Microbiology Technician

7 months ago


Cape Town, South Africa SGS Full time

Company Description

SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 98,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,650 offices and laboratories around the world.

**Job Description**:
The Microbiology Technician is responsible for day to day functions in the Microbiology section of Agri Food Laboratory, as well as sample analysis and reporting according to established analytical methods and procedures.

**RESPONISIBILITIES**

**Performing tests**
- Accurate registration, storage, retention and disposal of samples according to prescribed procedures.
- Preparation of samples and media.
- Performing routine analysis on samples according to standard methods and procedures
- Operate instruments according to specified procedures
- Maintain records indicating maintenance, working conditions and quality control measures
- Ensure good laboratory practices are followed
- Adhere to competency training program and keep competencies up to date.
- Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager and/or Senior Microbiologist.

**Planning of tests and evaluation of results**
- Plan activities according to the sample volume and quantities received.
- Ensure customer service requirements for testing/analysis are met.
- Monitor and control stock levels of required chemicals and consumables.
- Adhere to sample turn-around timeframes.
- Evaluate results under supervision against quality control specifications

**Reporting opinions and interpretations**
- Documenting of all relevant sample information
- Calculation and record keeping of all analytical results.
- Report all results on appropriate and designated worksheets.

**Quality & Health & Safety System**
- Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
- Actively participate in safety related activities.
- Always wear appropriate protective clothing.
- Adhere to all relevant HSE procedures and protocols.
- Awareness of the dangers of chemicals used through the study of MSDS.
- Keep workplace and equipment neat and tidy.
- Perform Health and Safety inspections in designated areas.
- Report deviations and communicate instructions to improve and maintain the quality system.
- Record keeping of all control and reference sample results.
- Support operations and contribute to positive staff morale.
- Perform any other reasonable task assigned by management.

**SPECIFIC AUTHORITIES**
- Cease the use of any equipment that may be deemed to constitute a safety hazard or entry to hazardous environments without the necessary knowledge and protection and report the situation to higher authority to take action.
- Cease to carry on with work that may affect the quality (integrity) of services and report the situation to higher authority to take action.
- Initiate a formal improvement request when a deviation of the system occurs, possible improvements are identified or when nonconformity is identified.
- Other specific authorities as indicated on the Agri Food Laboratory Designated Staff List

**Qualifications**:
**Education**
- Minimum National Diploma in Biotechnology / Microbiology with experience in duties described in above (Clause 3.1) at undergraduate level.

**Experience**
- Understanding the operations, maintenance and operational requirements of instrumentation used in the laboratory.
- Good communication skills.

Additional Information
- Maintenance of service quality to customers
- Maintenance of turnaround time set by management



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