Mechanical Laboratory Technician

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly carry out assigned duties, successfully maintain records of laboratory processes and equipment, and generate reports to submit to the relevant supervisor.
• Receive, label, and test samples using the correct testing equipment.
• Record all test results accurately and in the specified reporting format.
• Ensure that safety guidelines are always adhered to within the laboratory.
• Maintain the daily logs and equipment record books; organise, store, and preserve all tested samples.
• Clean, maintain, and ensure calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Order laboratory supplies as needed.
• Perform tasks with honesty, integrity, and customer focus; fully embrace the Quality and HSE management systems.
• Participate in all HSE programs, particularly STOP Intervention, HSE Observations, Accident/Incident Reporting, and HSE Auditing.
• Practice good housekeeping.
• Ensure good communication between the shop floor and office on any issues that would impact efficiency and quality.
• Monitor own work to ensure quality is to the required standard.
• Cooperate with other departments to ensure workflow is maintained when required.
• Ensure only working with controlled copy documents; obsolete revisions are handed back to the Quality Manager for disposal.
• Ensure the correct tool is used for the job and that pre-checks are completed each time for damage, calibration, etc.
• Support continual improvement programmes; recommend and introduce process improvements, cost savings, and provide technical input to achieve optimal results.
• Keep work areas clean and hazards are always minimized.
• Attend and participate in all training provided by the Company and commit to all Management System changes approved by the Management Team.
• Immediately stop the job where any defect, process failure, machine malfunction, etc. is seen and report to the Line Supervisor.

• More than 7 years of experience, at least 4 years as a mechanical laboratory technician with a Mechanical Diploma.
• Experience working in an ISO 17025 accredited mechanical testing laboratory.
• Working experience with relevant industry codes and specifications.
• In-depth knowledge of preventive measures and laboratory best practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and under pressure.
• Keen attention to detail and analytical skills.