ENERGY REGULATION BOARD
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\nJob Title:\u00a0Laboratory Analyst (x1)
\nJob Type:\u00a0Fixed-term contract (three 3 years)
\nLocation:\u00a0Copperbelt Region Office \u2013 Kitwe
\nERB Grade:\u00a0ERB 6
\nReports To:\u00a0Zonal Manager
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\nBackground
\nThe Energy Regulation Board (ERB) is a statutory body created by the Energy Regulation Act No. 12 of 2019 to regulate Zambia\u2019s energy sector. The ERB is looking to hire a qualified and experienced Zambian national to fill the position of\u00a0Laboratory Analyst to be based at its Copperbelt Region Office.
\nJob Purpose
\nTo ensure sampling and testing of petroleum samples in the supply chain is conducted in line with the Standard Operating Procedures i.e. The Fuel Marking Operations Manual and Sampling Protocol. Ensure that test equipment are calibrated and reagents are prepared at specified intervals in liaison with the fuel marking service provider. Carry out quality compliance audits at all designated fuel marking depots. Investigate petroleum product quality complaints. Conduct sampling of petroleum products seized from illegal fuel vending. May recommend changes to sampling\/analysis procedures and analytical equipment.
\nMain Duties and responsibilities<\/p>\n
Ensure that the sampling procedures are up to date and that the equipment being used both in the field and in the Laboratory are calibrated.
\nConduct testing of petroleum samples and ensure that reagents being used for testing are within the validity period.
\nConduct depot quality audits at scheduled intervals to ensure compliance to laid down Standard Operating Procedures on safety,\u00a0\u00a0health, quality and environment.
\nMaintain a database of all samples submitted for laboratory analysis as well as updated stock of all laboratory equipment and accessories.
\nCarry out petroleum product quality complaint investigations and prepare reports with recommendations.
\nProvide technical advice with regards to analytical procedures and equipment<\/p>\n
Other Skills\/Attributes<\/p>\n
Courtesy
\nInterpersonal skills
\nComputer Literate
\nAnalytical skills
\nIntegrity
\nConfidentiality
\nCommunication skills
\nOrganisation Skills<\/p>\n
Minimum Qualification and Experience<\/p>\n
Grade 12 School Certificate with five (5) credits or better or equivalent
\nDiploma in Laboratory Technology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or related Sciences
\nDegree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or related Sciences is an added advantage
\nThree (3) -Five (5) years\u2019 post qualification relevant experience
\nVerification of all qualifications by ZAQA is required<\/p>\n
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