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36000974 - Laboratory Attendant

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, KwaZulu-NatalPermanentCloses 31 July 2026

About this role

Key Responsibility Areas:
 

  • Collects samples of various materials for the laboratory testing and analysis.
  • Conduct tests/work either in the laboratory or on site.
  • Assist senior staff as instructed in conducting tests or procedures.
  • Keeps accurate records of the time spent on each project and preparing weekly time sheets from these records.

 

Competencies:
 

 

  • Written Communication
  • Planning & Organising
  • Monitoring & Control
  • Research & Development
  • Attention to Detail
  • Sampling Analyses
  • Raw Material Inventory
  • Client Orientation & Customer Focus
  • Service Delivery Orientation
  • Resilience
  • Change Readiness
  • Cognitive Ability
     

    Essential Requirements:

  • Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent with Mathematics and Science.
  • Valid motor vehicle driving license.
  • 1 Year relevant experience.
  • Computer Literacy.
     

    Preferred Requirements:
     

  • 2 Years relevant experience.
     

    Special Conditions:
     

  • This post is interchangeable with other clerical posts within the Department and staff can be reassigned at the discretion of the Deputy Head.
     

    Physical Requirements:
     

  • Be able to perform heavy manual labour tasks.

Requirements

Essential Requirements: Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent with Mathematics and Science. Valid motor vehicle driving license. 1 Year relevant experience. Computer Literacy.     Preferred Requirements:   2 Years relevant experience.