KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll – Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Receive samples from internal and external clients and organise them via their priority level with sample lists accompanying them.
• Prepare high-quality petrographic products to project specifications and schedules using sectioning machinery and hand lapping.
• Responsible for the maintenance and cleaning of laboratory equipment and infrastructure.
• In cooperation with other laboratory staff, perform and maintain laboratory procedures, equipment calibration, documentation, and records in full compliance with the prescribed QA/QC program.
• Work independently or as a team to complete assigned projects. Work is reviewed by senior laboratory staff or senior department staff and the Head of the Department (HOD).
• Identify problems or potential issues and refer to senior staff and/or the Head of Department for assistance.
• Assist senior staff in performing basic petrographic products.
• Assist students with the use of departmental laboratories and equipment specifically rock cutting and thin sectioning machinery and hand lapping.
• Assist in managing and the issuing of fieldwork equipment to students and staff members.
• Perform ad-hoc tasks as prescribed by the Head of Department.
• Perform various other duties, projects and activities as assigned by supervisor or manager within the physical constraints of the job.

Inherent requirements:

• Grade 12 or National Vocational Certificate on NQF Level 4.
• Minimum one (1) years’ experience in a material science laboratory preferably a geological laboratory.

Recommendations:

• Bachelor’s degree on NQF Level 7 in Geology or related field.
• A valid driver’s licence.