Lab Technician

SUMMARY:
Our client in the renewable energies and environmental sustainability industry is currently offering an exciting 6-month internship opportunity for a skilled Lab Technician to join their dynamic team. This role provides a unique chance to contribute to innovative projects in waste-to-energy technologies within a limited-term internship. We are looking for candidates that are passionate in pursuing a career in renewable energies and nurturing environmental sustainability.

POSITION INFO:
Position: Lab Technician

Location: Cape Town

Industry: Oil and Energy - Biogas and Waste-to-Energy Fields

Role Type: Intern

Duration: 6 months


Role Summary:

As a Lab Technician, you will be instrumental in conducting laboratory analyses and developing evaluation processes crucial for biogas production. The role requires the successful candidate to be confident in procedure development and take ownership of methodology justification and processes. Problem-solving, critical thinking, and logic are absolute musts to succeed in this role, as the candidate will be expected to work alone to execute tasks.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of laboratory experience.
• Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree, at Honors level or Higher 
• Proficient in Excel and basic statistics.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Excellent organisational abilities with meticulous attention to detail.
• Own transportation to and from the site.
• Must possess a robust constitution for sample collection and processing.
• Personal laptop required for work.

Laboratory Testing and Analysis:

• Perform laboratory tests on waste feedstock samples, including Total Solids (TS), Volatile Solids (VS), pH, Biochemical Methane Potential (BMP) using AMPTS11, Fatty Acids (FOS), Total Alkalinity (TAC), and Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD).
• Familiarize yourself with and operate specialised equipment for accurate testing.
• Develop and refine processes and procedures for feedstock evaluation based on test results. 

Sample Management:

• Prepare, document, categorise, and store samples according to established protocols.
• Maintain precise records in the laboratory database for traceability and reference. 

Collaboration and Support:

• Collaborate with engineers, scientists (local and international), and team members to assist ongoing biogas and waste-to-energy projects.
• Aid in researching topics related to feedstock evaluation and environmental legislation compliance. 

Documentation and Reporting:

• Utilize Excel and basic statistical methods to compile reports on BMP potential and comparative analyses.
• Generate comprehensive reports detailing laboratory findings and experimental outcomes.