Background

ZABS is a statutory body currently operating under the Standards Act No. 4 of 2017. Under this Act, ZABS is mandated to provide Standardization and Quality Assurance services to industry in order to support production of goods and services of acceptable quality for national, regional and international markets. ZABS also acts as a link between local industry and regional and international standardization and quality assurance (SQA) organizations.

JOB PURPOSE

To conduct test and provide analytical data and related information in the Chemist and Microbiology testing laboratories by the maintenance of the laboratory.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform routine and non-routine laboratory and field test work as required in accordance with approved test tubes and procedures.
• Conduct and monitor quality control measures to ensure credibility of testing results.
• Carry out sampling and samples preparations in accordance with approved procedures.
• Comply and present accurate and timely reports on test results.
• Perform equipment immediate checks to ensure proper management and maintenance of laboratory materials consumables and equipment.
• Comply with established procedures and take necessary precautions to avoid accidents and ensure a healthy and safe working environment.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Grade 12 Certificate
• Diploma in Laboratory Science, Microbiology or a related field
• Bachelor’s Degree in Science Chemistry or related field will be an added advantage
• ZAQA qualifications verification certificates
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a busy Microbiology, Chemistry or food Science Laboratory
• Must have good communication skills
• Strong analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of the team
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy

CONDITIONS

The position above falls under the Management conditions of service category.

The positions listed under Items 2 to 9 above fall under the Permanent and Pensionable Conditions of Service category. Suitably qualified individuals are therefore encouraged to apply for the jobs, please send your application letter together with copies of your Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA) verification certificates, education and professional certificates and a detailed CV to the address below:

• Perform routine and non-routine laboratory and field test work as required in accordance with approved test tubes and procedures.
• Conduct and monitor quality control measures to ensure credibility of testing results.
• Carry out sampling and samples preparations in accordance with approved procedures.
• Comply and present accurate and timely reports on test results.
• Perform equipment immediate checks to ensure proper management and maintenance of laboratory materials consumables and equipment.
• Comply with established procedures and take necessary precautions to avoid accidents and ensure a healthy and safe working environment.

• Good communication skills
• Strong analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of the team
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy

• Grade 12 Certificate
• Diploma in Laboratory Science, Microbiology or a related field
• Bachelor’s Degree in Science Chemistry or related field will be an added advantage
• ZAQA qualifications verification certificates