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Laboratory Technician
Rivers | on site | Deadline: 30th November, 2025
About the job
The Laboratory Technician will provide technical support for crude oil testing and laboratory operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting. The role is essential to maintaining high-quality laboratory standards and supporting operational efficiency.
- Duties & Responsibilities
- Conduct chemical and physical tests on crude oil samples in line with ASTM standards.
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot key laboratory instruments.
- Perform crude oil analyses (API gravity, BSW, sand-cut, pH, cloud/pour point, etc.).
- Accurately document and upload test results into the company’s cloud system.
- Maintain laboratory equipment, calibration logs, quality records, and inventories.
- Clean laboratory glassware and maintain a safe, compliant, and organized work environment.
- Support HSE, Quality Management, and weekly reporting requirements.
- Qualities & Experience
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in laboratory practice (Oil & Gas, Chemical, or Industrial sector preferred).
- Strong accuracy, discipline, and attention to detail.
- Good understanding of laboratory procedures, equipment usage, and testing standards.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety, accountability, and ethical compliance.
- Skills
- Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
- Good technical report-writing skills.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to multitask and manage testing schedules efficiently.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Competencies
- High testing precision and adherence to standards.
- Sound knowledge of MSDS and safe chemical handling.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and quality documentation.
- Strong problem-solving and technical troubleshooting capability.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and laboratory best practices.