Laboratory Attendant

 Laboratory Attendant

Closing Date

2025/11/14

Reference Number

ETH251028-9

Job Number 34007216

Job Title Laboratory Attendant

Job Type Permanent

Job Grade T06

Division Biology

Department 0093 Scientific Services

Branch Scientific Services

Vacancy Group SCIENTIFIC SERVICES

Reporting To Scientist

Location – Town / City DURBAN

Location – Province KwaZulu-Natal

Location – Country South Africa

Special Conditions

N/A

Job Purpose

To support the analytical staff by ensuring that non-technical functions of the laboratory operate smoothly.

Key Responsibility Areas

Prepares bottles for sampling to ensure that the correct equipment is always available.

Assists with the collection of samples for the laboratory.

Cleans and prepares the laboratory apparatus and work area.

Assists with the preparation of routine work of a technical nature and ad hoc samples for

analysis.

Performs related tasks and assignment in the laboratory.

Guides and assists new Laboratory Assistant appointees.

Undertakes related assignments.

Competencies

Written communication.

Planning and organising.

Raw material inventory.

Interpersonal relationships.

Communication.

Action orientation and outcome orientation.

Cognitive ability.

Team orientation.

Essential Requirements

Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent with Mathematics or Natural Science.

1 Year relevant experience.

Computer Literacy.

Preferred Requirements

Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent with Mathematics or Natural Science.

1 Year relevant experience.

Computer Literacy.

Benefits 

Housing Subsidy Yes

Leave Yes

Medical Aid Yes

Other Allowances N/A

Pension Fund Yes

Remuneration R 192 271.68 – R 249 585.48 PA

13th Cheque Yes

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Enquiries 

Contact Name Human Capital

Contact Telephone 0313118113