Lab Manager/Technician
- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification BA/BSc/HND
- Experience 5 – 10 years
- Location Rivers
- Job Field Engineering / Technical 
Key Responsibilities
- Manage daily laboratory operations, including scheduling, testing, and reporting.
- Ensure accurate analysis of samples (e.g., crude oil, drilling fluids, water, chemicals).
- Implement and maintain quality control and quality assurance (QA/QC) systems.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO, API).
- Supervise and develop laboratory staff, including training and performance management.
- Review and approve laboratory test results and reports.
- Maintain laboratory equipment, ensuring calibration and proper functionality.
- Manage inventory of chemicals, reagents, and consumables.
- Enforce strict HSE policies and safe laboratory practices.
- Support audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
- 5–10+ years’ laboratory experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, or industrial environment.
- Strong knowledge of laboratory testing methods (e.g., ASTM, API standards).
- Experience with QA/QC systems and laboratory accreditation (e.g., ISO 17025 preferred).
- Familiarity with oil & gas laboratory analysis (crude assay, fluid testing, water analysis).
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Method of Application
Key Responsibilities
- Perform quality control tests and inspections on materials, products, and processes.
- Analyze samples (e.g., crude oil, drilling fluids, water, chemicals) in accordance with approved standards (ASTM, API, ISO).
- Monitor and verify compliance with quality procedures, specifications, and client requirements.
- Document test results, prepare reports, and maintain accurate quality records.
- Identify non-conformities and support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Assist in implementing and maintaining QA/QC systems and documentation.
- Participate in internal and external audits and inspections.
- Ensure proper calibration and maintenance of laboratory and inspection equipment.
- Adhere strictly to HSE policies and safe work practices.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
- 2–5+ years’ experience in QA/QC or laboratory analysis (oil & gas or industrial environment preferred).
- Knowledge of quality standards (ISO 9001, ISO 17025, API standards).
- Familiarity with laboratory testing methods and equipment.
- Basic understanding of oil & gas operations and materials testing.
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