The chemist shall be responsible but not limited for efficient and effective management of the Analytical Laboratory to:-

•  Co-ordinate all the analytical activities of the company;
•  Utilizing specialist knowledge and experience in solving problems in the laboratory ;
•  Provide technical services in maintaining high analytical standards for the company;
•  Establish and maintain amicable and constructive team working relationships;
•  Carrying out formal and informal coaching and mentoring of assigned subordinates ;
•  Overseeing the analytical processes to support the company achieve its set goals and objectives;
•  Ensure that systems, practices, methods and procedures in place are maintained;
•  Ensure the quality of results produced are in line with Company’s and Clients expectations;
•  Review the results and qualitative assessment of their correctness. Referral of any samples or standards not compliant with expectation for repeat analysis;
•  Work in accordance with the rules, procedures and methods detailed in the quality documentation to ensure the correctness of the end product;
•  Maintain an adequate supply of critical consumables and spare parts to ensure continuity of business;
•  Where appropriate make recommendations to the Chief Chemist and Laboratory Manager regarding equipment or method changes and upgrades;
•  Perform any other ad-hoc duty that may be assigned by superior

Qualification Required & Experience

Key Requirements:

•  The successful applicant must possess degree in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mineral Engineering and Biochemistry;
•  Must be computer literate - MS Office Suite
•  High level of attention to details;
•  High and unwavering housekeeping and operation conformance standards;
•  Highly motived with high desire to achieve;
•  Actively manages safety with view of achieving zero harm to employees, visitors, and the environment.
•  Knowledge in Fire Assay will be an added advantage.

How To Apply For The Job

Interested qualified applicants should submit one (1) MSWord document only which includes a cover letter, detailed CV of his/her qualifications and work history and the names of at least 2 referees. Applications will only be received by email  to:

chemistjobs.tkw@gmail.com

with Application as Chemist in the subject line of the email.

Closing Date: 31 August, 2012