In-Service Trainee

ZAEntry levelPosted Nov 2, 2026

Job description

Purpose of Job: To perform chemical and microbiological analyses that provide accurate and reliable laboratory results, while maintaining laboratory equipment, reagents, and safety standards. To support product development, problem-solving, and continuous improvement through technical investigations, reporting, and project participation.

Required outputs: Functional Perform qualitative and quantitative chemical and microbiological analysis on various samples, including record keeping. Produce written reports on the relevant sections of laboratory work performed. Ensure that laboratory reagents and consumables are maintained at an optimum within the laboratory.

Maintain and/or arrange for maintenance of laboratory equipment and instrumentation. Participate in projects alongside the senior analyst and Development Chemist. Investigate methods where problems have been identified and develop new methods as and when required. Familiarize oneself with the laboratory safety requirements and operate the laboratory in accordance with this practice.

Making up of reagents for Customer Services Laboratory.

Qualifications

and expertise required (Must) A minimum of a National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry or Microbiology is required. Computer Literacy is important. Laboratory experience, the incumbent should know, understand and be able to perform all analytical procedures, test methods and analysis done in the laboratory. Certain practices and procedures must be mastered: Laboratory safety must be studied Familiarity with ISO procedures relating to operation of the company has to be obtained.

Competencies (skills, knowledge and characteristics) Team player Effective communication Attention to detail Report writing ability Problem solving Analytical thinking Self-starter (must be able to operate with minimum supervision). AECI respects your right to privacy. Please review our privacy policy at https://investor.

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