Laboratory Technician III at Karuri Water & Sanitation

REF: KAWSCO/RCT/ICT
KEY RESPONSIBLITIES

• Collect water samples from various sources including rivers, lakes, treatment plants and consumer connection points.
• Perform laboratory tests to analyze the chemical, physical, and biological properties of water and waste water to ensure water distributed meets the
• WHO and KEBS drinking water quality standards.
• Record and interpret data from testing procedures.
• Establish and document Standard Operating Procedures necessary to ensure the optimal performance of the laboratory.
• Prepare detailed reports on water and waste water quality findings and submit them to supervisory staff.
• Ensure that all equipment used in testing is properly maintained and calibrated.
• Respond to customer water quality complaints.
• Diagnosing issues related to water and waste water treatment processes and suggesting solutions to supervising staff in the form of reports.
• Develop and maintain detailed water quality reports and ensure the same is shared with the relevant regulatory and government agencies.
• Supervise and train staff within the section including those on attachment and internship.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology or analytical chemistry

EXPERIENCE:

• 3 years’ experience in a busy environment
• Strong Supervisory skills
• Report writing skills
• Computer literacy and familiarity with standard office computer applications.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.