Job Description s
Duties and responsibilities will entail: -
collecting and collating test samples for analytical, forensic andqualitycontrol purposes;
taking part in conducting tests on materials samples for analytical, forensic and quality control purposes;
packaging and transporting test samples to laboratories;
taking part in preparing laboratory reports;
taking part in disposal of laboratory waste and ensuring containment ofhazardous materials;
maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment;
participating in establishing and maintaining systems for preservingsamples for future and database referencing;
adhering to general laboratory safety, bio-safety and bio-securitymeasures and ensuring good laboratory practice;
carrying out tests on various samples for identification and strengthevaluation; and
maintaining public laboratories.
Job Specifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -
Certificate in any of the following fields: - Civil Engineering, BuildingTechnology or any other relevant and equivalent qualification fromarecognized institution;
OR
Occupational/Proficiency Test Certificate Grade III/II/I in Civil Engineeringfor Geological Laboratories from a recognized institution; and
Certificate in Computer proficiency