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Responsibilities
Perform chemical analysis of water, wastewater and environmental samples in accordance with approved test methods, laboratory procedures and relevant standards
Carry out sample preparation, digestion, dilution, extraction and other preparation procedures as required
Perform routine and non-routine analysis for various water chemistry parameters
Ensure samples are properly identified, prepared and analysed within the required turnaround time
Review analytical results and identify abnormal or unexpected results for further investigation
Operate, maintain and troubleshoot laboratory analytical equipment, including Ion Chromatography (IC), Total Organic Carbon (TOC) Analyzer, Flow Injection Analyzer (FIA), UV-Vis spectrophotometers, pH, conductivity, turbidity and other water quality meters
Perform instrument start-up, calibration, system suitability and routine performance checks
Prepare and verify calibration standards, reagents and QC samples
Conduct routine instrument maintenance, cleaning and troubleshooting
Monitor instrument performance and identify instrument-related issues
Maintain instrument records, maintenance logs and analytical records
Liaise with equipment vendors/service engineers for major troubleshooting, servicing and repairs where required
Perform calibration and quality control checks in accordance with approved methods
Analyse blanks, duplicates, laboratory control samples, reference materials and other QC samples as applicable
Monitor QC performance and investigate QC failures or abnormal trends
Ensure all raw data, calculations and analytical results are accurately recorded and traceable
Comply with laboratory quality management systems and ISO/IEC 17025 requirements
Participate in method verification, validation and measurement uncertainty activities where required
Assist in investigations relating to non-conforming work, complaints and audit findings
Implement new analytical methods and testing parameters
Conduct method verification and validation according to laboratory requirements
Optimise analytical procedures, instrument conditions and sample preparation techniques
Evaluate new analytical technologies and recommend improvements to laboratory methods
Prepare and update technical documents, work instructions and analytical procedures
Review analytical data for accuracy, completeness and compliance with QC requirements
Perform calculations and data interpretation where required
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Prepare test results and supporting documentation for reporting
Ensure data integrity and proper traceability of analytical results
Support the preparation and review of laboratory reports
Ensure chemicals, reagents, standards and consumables are properly prepared, labelled and stored
Monitor inventory and raise requests for chemicals and consumables when required
Maintain good laboratory housekeeping and 5S practices
Follow Risk Assessments, Safe Work Procedures and laboratory safety requirements
Ensure proper handling, storage and disposal of chemicals and laboratory waste
Report equipment abnormalities, incidents, spills and unsafe conditions promptly
Work closely with laboratory technicians and other chemists to ensure efficient sample workflow
Provide technical guidance and training to technicians and junior chemists where required
Support laboratory workload planning and ensure testing is completed within required turnaround times
Participate in internal and external proficiency testing programmes where applicable
Support internal and external audits
Perform other duties assigned by the Senior Chemist or Laboratory Manager
Requirements
Degree in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry or a related discipline
No experience required
Preferred Experience:
Hands-on experience with analytical instrument or automated wet chemistry systems
Experience with UV-Vis spectrophotometry and other water chemistry instrumentation
Knowledge of water and wastewater analytical methods and relevant standards
Experience working in an ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratory
About the Company
Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world, with more than 9,000 people operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. The company helps customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose, from early R&D through complex regulatory approvals and into production.
