Job Description

Professional, Full Time (Contract)

The Laboratory Technician is responsible for assisting the Technical/Senior Technical Officer in managing the laboratories and preparing equipment, consumable and chemicals required for experiments; maintenance and efficient handling of laboratory equipment; stocktaking and ordering of equipment as required within specified timeframe; supervise the work of; and enforce safety requirement to staff and students at all times; ensure all testing laboratory activities are carried out in compliance with ISO17025 and SAMM requirement.\xef\xbb\xbf

Scope of Responsibilities:

• Prepare equipment, consumable and chemicals required for Learning and Teaching and Research and Development activities.
• Perform testing according to specified work instruction and test method within agreed timeframe.
• Perform and update all data and records for quality control purposes including the proper storage, protection and confidentiality of technical data and records associated with ISO17025 requirement.
• Maintain, repair, calibrate and clean laboratory equipment according to maintenance schedule.
• Order and maintain laboratory stock and resources.
• Dispose laboratory waste including solid waste and hazardous waste in accordance with Health, Safety and Environmental requirements.
• Maintain good laboratory practices and carry out general housekeeping duties.
• Respond to ever changing demands on short notice and able to work under pressure from testing deadline.

Selection Criteria:

• A diploma in Civil Engineering with considerable experience.
• Experience in handling Universal Testing Machine and Compression Machine.
• Good knowledge in tensile and compression testing for metallic and hardened concrete.
• Good knowledge in soil testing, aggregate properties and road testing is an added advantage
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Ability to interact and communicate (oral and written) effectively and professionally with staff and students at all levels.
• Self motivated, able to work independently in some activities and as part of a team.
• Ability to work under pressure and at odd hours such as weekends and public holidays to meet the teaching and research demand.
• Demonstrated ability to embrace changes in work area.

Desirable

• Previous experience in an ISO17025 accredited testing environment.

Closing Date: Open until filled

Interested applicants are invited to submit a latest resume which includes addressing the selection criteria, a covering letter, names and contact details of at least two referees and certified copies of your academic credentials.

How to apply:

Please address your applications to:

Staffing Management Section,
Human Resource Department,
Curtin University Malaysia,
CDT 250, 98009 Miri, Sarawak, Malaysia

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Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Disclaimer:
Curtin (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd reserves the right at its discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time.

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