Laboratory Technician
Full Time
7 hours ago
Lusaka, Lusaka
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Employment Information
Background
Oil-Link Zambia is looking for qualified, precision-driven Laboratory Technicians (4 Positions) to join our petroleum quality control and testing department in Lusaka.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collect and test petroleum, fuel, lubricant, and water samples from storage tanks, pipelines, and tankers.
- Operate and calibrate specialized laboratory equipment, viscometers, density meters, flash point testers, and distillation apparatus.
- Record test results meticulously, analyze variances, and maintain accurate quality logs and laboratory documentation.
- Ensure strict adherence to quality-control protocols, ERB specifications, and environmental safety procedures.
- Report substandard or contaminated fuel batches immediately to management.
General Requirements:
- Certificate, Diploma or Degree in Laboratory Science, Chemical Technology, Industrial Chemistry, or related field.
- Grade 12 Certificate with a minimum of five (5) O-Level passes including Science, Mathematics, and English.
- Familiarity with fuel testing standards (ASTM / SABS / ZABS) is a strong advantage.
- Copy of National Registration Card (NRC).
- Fluency in English.
- Applicants must be 22 years and above.
- Certified copies of academic and professional documents, or ZAQA-verified documents where applicable.
Responsibilities
- Collect and test petroleum, fuel, lubricant, and water samples from storage tanks, pipelines, and tankers.
- Operate and calibrate specialized laboratory equipment, viscometers, density meters, flash point testers, and distillation apparatus.
- Record test results meticulously, analyze variances, and maintain accurate quality logs and laboratory documentation.
- Ensure strict adherence to quality-control protocols, ERB specifications, and environmental safety procedures.
- Report substandard or contaminated fuel batches immediately to management.
Skills
- Fuel testing standards (ASTM / SABS / ZABS)
- Fluency in English
Qualifications
- Certificate, Diploma or Degree in Laboratory Science, Chemical Technology, Industrial Chemistry, or related field.
- Grade 12 Certificate with a minimum of five (5) O-Level passes including Science, Mathematics, and English.
- Copy of National Registration Card (NRC).
- Certified copies of academic and professional documents, or ZAQA-verified documents where applicable.
How to Apply
Job application procedure
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How to Apply:
Submit your application letter together with certified copies of your academic certificates, professional qualifications, NRC, and updated CV
- WhatsApp: 076xxxxxxx (Chat on WhatsApp)
- Physical Address: Oil-Link Zambia, Plot 232, Lumumba Road, Lusaka, Zambia.
