Laboratory Analyst

**WHAT IS ON OFFER**

Alfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for a Laboratory Analyst to join their team in Richards Bay. This individual will be responsible for carrying out analytical methods and standard operating practices and reporting the results thereof to a high degree of precision and accuracy, ensuring that an effective and high-quality analytical service is provided. To meet reporting deadlines on the various types of samples/commodities submitted to the laboratory, analytical evaluation of results and ensure that all Quality Control measures are upheld to the highest standard, whilst ensuring the impartiality and confidentiality of results.

**ABOUT US**

Alfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries.

We have honed and carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people. Click here to find out more about AHK.

**DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES**

To be successful at Alfred H Knight you will need to display the following:
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE

**Required Competencies**
- Good timekeeping and time management skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Managing uncertainty: Handles pressure and ambiguity well, exercises

good judgement and maturely handles challenges.
- Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks.
- Computer Literacy.
- Team Player/Interpersonal: Builds and maintains positive working relationships

with their team and more widely.
- Able to work as part of a team as well as independently.
- Critical thinking: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement, and the ability to work with mínimal supervision.
- Honest, Adaptable and Flexible.

**Required Qualifications**
- Diploma / Certificate in Analytical Chemistry.

**Required work experience**
- Minimum 3 years Analytical Laboratory experience with XRF Analysis or Coal Analysis.
- Basic knowledge of ISO 17025:2017.

**BENEFITS**

We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match.

CLOSING DATE: 03 February 2025