Laboratory Technician

SGS

Otago
$30.00-34.00 per hour
Permanent
Full-time

28 days ago

Company DescriptionSGS is the world's leading testing, inspection & certification company.We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.Job DescriptionWorking within a team of other Laboratory Technicians, you will take samples delivered by Sample Preparation Assistants and;

Prepare & analyse in accordance with the standard operating procedures in the lab to ensure a high service level is maintained. This involves weighing samples, digesting with various acids and making up volumetric solutions.
Calibrate and use instruments such as Atomic absorbance spectrophotometer, Microwave plasma atomic emmission spectrophotometer, uv/vis spectrophotometer and carbon sulphur analyser to generate sample assay results.

Qualifications

Excellent timekeeping and good organisational skills
Ability to keep accurate records
Good computer skills, verbal communication skills
Ability to work with others in a team environment
Tertiary qualification in a science related subject highly advantageous.
Successful NCEA Level 3 science subjects, or equivalent, is a requirement.
Previous experience in a laboratory environment beneficial.

Additional Information

$30 to $34 per hour
Free bus to site, paid breaks, extra shifts at overtime rates
Work on a 12-hour shift basis (rotating days/nights, 50:50 roster).

Successful candidates will be subject to a pre-employment medical, drug and criminal history screening.Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid New Zealand work visa.

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