Laboratory Technician - Organic Processing - Contract

Do you believe in the power of teamwork and sharing ideas? Do you take pride in delivering exceptional quality and service with everything you do? Do you seek out ideas for improving the status quo? If you want to make a difference and love being surrounded by the best and the brightest, Bureau Veritas Laboratories might be the place for you!

Bureau Veritas is looking for a

Laboratory Technician - Organic Processing Lab

(One year contract position)

Join our talented team of experts in the scientific field to advance your technical knowledge and advance your career.  Every day we go above and beyond to deliver innovative solutions to help our clients make important decisions that directly impact the community and the environment. 

As a Laboratory Technician, your main responsibilities are as below:

To provide general support in the analyses of samples and to perform simple sample preparation to extract and analyses samples for the semi-volatile (ABN) compounds, Trace Hydrocarbons (CCME), Perfluorinated compounds (PFCs), Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) and Organochlorine Pesticides (OCs) in the Organic Processing Lab.

• To perform the extractions and analyses of the above compounds in accordance with the SOP.
• To setup the glassware and station for the extractions.
• To prepare assigned reagents and/or standards when required.
• To verify volumetric devices and other equipment when required.
• To monitor and order supplies for use in the extraction.
• General lab support including washing glassware, archiving samples.
• Ensure that cross contamination between samples and other materials does not occur.
• Use summary reports to plan and organize work.
• Follow all laboratory safety rules and regulations.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure accuracy and quality of work.
• Keep their work area clean, neat and organized.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor.

You are the ideal Laboratory Technician, if you have:

• Chemical Technician Diploma
• Two years’ work experience in an Environmental Lab
• Good laboratory skills and solid knowledge in Organic testing and requirements
• Adhere to all safety procedures
• Good housekeeping skills and the ability to keep your work area organized and clean
• Good verbal and written skills/ communication
• Dynamic, energetic, motivated, with positive outlook, and “can-do" attitude.

Shift schedule will be afternoon shift on 4 weekdays and 1 weekend

Bureau Veritas is a world leader in testing, inspection and certification services.

When we look at Bureau Veritas, we want to see a reflection of the communities in which we work.  Inclusion is about actively involving every employee’s ideas, knowledge, perspectives, approaches and styles to maximize business success.  Inclusion is about attracting new talent who will bring more diversity to our workforce, with differences in culture, professional backgrounds and beliefs.

Guaranteeing quality, ensuring Health and Safety, mitigating risks and improving performance as well as environmental protection and social responsibility … This is what Bureau Veritas is about, truly believing that it contributes to bettering society. 

Blending performance & integrity, with ambition & humility, responsibility & openness, we are proud that our people leave a mark on what they do.

We respect our people and believe in our talents. 

We empower them to leave their mark, working as a team for the benefit of our 400,000 clients across 140 countries.

We believe that leaving a mark is a true challenge and opportunity for every one of us, a sign of trust and impact, a bond with the future, a proof of growth and development. 

Being part of the BV family, is more than just working, it’s being convinced that you will Leave your mark…. in shaping a world of trust.

Join our talented community of scientists and experts and apply today at http://bvlabs.com/careers/current-opportunities

Bureau Veritas Labs is an equal opportunity employer.  We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and work environment.  If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise Human Resources of any accommodations that are required.  Any information received relating to accommodations will be treated as confidential.

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