Laboratory Technician
Full time @Horyal Investment Holding Company Limited posted 2 weeks ago Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 27608
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Career Level Officer
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Experience 3 Years
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Gender Both
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Industry Administration
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Qualifications Degree Bachelor
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Job Type Full time
Job Description
Job Summary
The Laboratory Technician will operate and maintain the Client mini-laboratory and conduct routine quality-control testing of soil, aggregates and concrete for the project.
The position will be responsible for carrying out tests such as moisture content, Proctor, field density, grading, Atterberg limits, concrete slump and concrete cube preparation and curing. The Laboratory Technician will also maintain accurate laboratory records, ensure sample traceability, monitor equipment calibration, manage sample storage and coordinate testing with accredited external laboratories.
The role requires clear accountability, accurate and auditable records, timely reporting of test results and prompt escalation of quality, safety or technical risks.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain the Client mini-laboratory and implement the approved testing schedule.
- Receive, label, register, store and prepare samples while maintaining full chainage, lot and structure traceability.
- Conduct routine moisture-content tests within the capability of the available laboratory equipment.
- Conduct field-density tests.
- Conduct Proctor tests.
- Conduct grading tests.
- Conduct Atterberg limits tests.
- Conduct concrete slump tests.
- Prepare, label, cure and dispatch concrete cube specimens.
- Maintain appropriate curing conditions for concrete specimens.
- Maintain accurate cube and sample registers.
- Check the condition of laboratory testing equipment.
- Maintain calibration and certification records for laboratory equipment.
- Record laboratory test results promptly and accurately.
- Identify and flag failed, abnormal or anomalous test results before affected work proceeds.
- Maintain a daily laboratory register.
- Prepare summaries showing tests that have passed, failed, are pending or require repetition.
- Prepare samples for submission to accredited external laboratories.
- Prepare and maintain chain-of-custody documentation for samples sent to external laboratories.
- Maintain laboratory cleanliness and proper storage arrangements.
- Ensure laboratory consumables are properly managed and available when required.
- Maintain the security and proper condition of laboratory equipment.
- Support Consultant audits and independent verification sampling.
- Ensure original laboratory records are maintained accurately and are not altered.
- Work within approved drawings, specifications, method statements, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and delegated authority.
- Promptly escalate safety-critical conditions, major non-conformances, design conflicts, material deviations and abnormal ground conditions.
- Escalate issues that may have an impact on project cost or programme through the established project chain of command.
Key Deliverables
The Laboratory Technician will be expected to maintain and produce the following:
- Laboratory test register.
- Earthworks test reports.
- Concrete test and cube register.
- Calibration register.
- Sample register.
- Laboratory test reports.
- Failed-test notifications.
- Chain-of-custody documentation for externally tested samples.
Performance Indicators
Performance will be assessed against indicators including:
- Completion of testing within the specified testing frequency.
- Complete traceability of every laboratory result.
- Compliance with equipment calibration requirements.
- Timely reporting of failed or abnormal test results.
- Trends in repeat testing and rework.
Authority and Escalation
The Laboratory Technician is expected to operate within approved drawings, specifications, method statements, ITPs and delegated authority.
Any safety-critical condition, major non-conformance, design conflict, material deviation, abnormal ground condition, or issue that could affect project cost or programme must be promptly escalated through the defined project reporting structure.
Minimum Qualifications
- Diploma in Civil Engineering, Materials, Laboratory Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates should submit their applications by email to:
eve.nasassira@horyalinvestments.com
Application Deadline: 15th October 2026
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