Laboratory Analyst

Primary Function
Carry out accurate and timely analysis as required. Support and maintain  laboratory operations.
 

Principal Duties/Responsibilities

• Carry out tests in accordance with standard methods given on the worksheet.
• Ensure data generated in laboratory meets all the requirements of the “data handling guideline” procedure, enforced in the laboratory.
• Review and repeat tests if suspicious or abnormal results are encountered.
• Participate in all Laboratory functions including Proficiency testing, SQC checks, meetings, discussions etc.
• Maintain good housekeeping of work area by cleaning up (cleaning glassware, cleaning instruments, clearing samples etc.) after each test.
• Assist chemists in new methods development.
• Standardize reagent/equipment, prepare titration solvents and test solutions when necessary.
• Work overtime when required.
• Represent the Laboratory for witnessing at third party laboratory.
• Perform any tasks as assigned by management.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area during work and before handing over to the next shift.
• Arrive punctually to work and take over from the previous shift.
   

Requirements

• Minimum Diploma in Chemistry/Chemical engineering; applicants with professional certificate or Higher Nitec with related experience will be considered.
• One year of working experience in petroleum or petrochemical laboratory industry preferred, entry level or applicants without relevant experience will be considered.
• Experience in handling laboratory instruments such as GC, GCMS, HPLC, FTIR, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, UV spectrophotometer or petroleum physical testing such as distillation unit, flash point tester, density meter etc.
• Physically fit, medical condition should not interfere with laboratory analysis.
• Able to work twelve (12) hour morning and night shifts.
• Able to work in a team and support the Team Leader/Assistant Team Leader.
   

Benefits

• Variable allowances – shift, transport, standby etc.
• Flexi-benefits for Dental, Optical, or medical screening
• Overtime pay (when required)