Technician

Element Materials Technology

Overview

Element has an opportunity for a Technician for testing, sample preparation and delivery/collection of samples and preparation of test reports. Candidates should ideally have gained considerable experience in construction material testing either with a commercial test house or contractor.

This position will be based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring personal responsibilities are discharged strictly in accordance with the Element - Middle East & Asia-Pacific Laboratory Management System and the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025.
• Carry out routine laboratory tests, analysis, monitoring, sampling or machining in line with authorized technical competence.
• Maintain Registry and update logs in Excel and word.
• Use MS office apps to generate reports or worksheets as necessary.
• Maintain good laboratory housekeeping standards at all times.
• Report immediately to the Supervisor or Manager any malfunction of equipment used.
• Maintain accurate and legible records of technical work carried out.
• Maintain equipment according to schedule as directed by Supervisor or Manager.
• Promptly act upon clear instructions from direct reporting line.
• Conclude all necessary administrative tasks in a timely manner.
• Highlight unreliable or inaccurate data to line managers immediately recognized.
• Assisting with testing/ analysis of non-routine samples as directed.
• Ensure that they are aware of all health and safety procedures and safe systems of work required to perform their duties.
• Identify to management any personal shortfalls in health and safety training where appropriate.
• Assist with hazard identification and risk assessment exercises within their areas of work.
• Monitor day-to-day health and safety in their section of work and ensure all hazards, near misses and accidents are reported.
  
  

Skills / Qualifications

• Must possess a diploma or degree, preferably in science-related subjects
• Proficiency in MS Office for reporting and sample logging is required
• Ability to effectively communicate with clients during on-site activities
• Adherence to laboratory quality practices, including the use of calibrated equipment, accurate documentation, and proper test request procedures
• Experience in undergoing audits by external accreditation bodies is highly preferred
• Capable of assigning tasks to assistant technicians for sample preparation and curing activities