Job Description

KEY JOB PURPOSE The incumbent will provide assistance to the administrative and technical activities of the corporate lab ensuring the smooth and safe functioning of the laboratory as well as supporting the procurement activities to enabling the company and R&D staff to accomplish their R&D activities effectively and efficiently.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The job scope includes: Laboratory Operations

• Liase and manage vendors and contractors for the technical needs of the laboratory.
• Assist in carrying out periodic maintenance checks of equipment to ensure that they are in good working condition.
• Provide logistical support for events and lab visits
• Manage and maintain laboratory supplies and inventory
• Ensure good housekeeping of laboratories facilities and equipment.
• Perform regular environmental monitoring and sanitization office facilities to maintain facilities standard
• Perform any other duties as assigned by Supervisor and/or Management

Procurement

• Work closely with R&D staff for ongoing sourcing and procurement of specific equipment/tools and chemicals.
• Ensure that purchases are made in compliance with the procurement policies and procedures.
• Assist in ad-hoc procurement and finance tasks as required.
• Track and manage the overall asset list for the lab, ensuring that the information is up to date and assets are properly tagged

Safety

• Support the daily operation of all safety and security matters in the lab.
• Assist manager in developing and implementing a comprehensive and effective workplace safety management system
• Provide expert advice to all staff on all workplace safety and health issues
• Develop and implement effective safety guidelines and standard operating procedures
• Conduct thorough inspections for all work premises assigned and execute all required follow-ups
• Conduct investigations for all accidents and incidents
• Facilitate the application of licenses and liaise with the relevant authorities for license/permit issues relating to safety, such as NEA,SCDF.
• Responsible for the emergency preparedness programme including local chemical spill response team
• Provide training, expertise and support in the safety management of lab equipment, consumables and operations of the labs
• Perform routine checks and inspection of assigned laboratories and office to maintain good housekeeping, enforce safety regulations and create safety awareness
• Conduct regular housekeeping and checking of safety equipment of the assigned laboratories and office to ensure compliance to safety regulations.
• Follow up on non-compliant safety inspection findings and ensure the corrective actions are rectified.
• Review Risk Assessment (RA) and Safe Work Procedures (SWP) in line with the OHSAS/SS 506 requirements and ensure that RA and SWP are executed.

Security

• Plan and coordinate all lab security matters.
• Ensure high level of security for the smooth operations of lab.
• Ensure lab\xe2\x80\x99s access is secured and house rules are followed.
• Ensure only authorized persons have accessed to the designated areas.
• Ensure accurate and prompt documentation and records.

COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Good working attitude and interpersonal skills.

• Able to work independently as well as in a team.

• 1 to 2 years relevant working experience.

• Entry level candidates are welcome to apply.

• Diploma in relevant field.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.