Laboratory Technician

NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR CONSTRUCTION

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In line with our aim to effectively contribute to sustainable economic growth through the promotion, development, training and regulation of the Zambian Construction Industry, we are seeking a dynamic and motivated staff to fill the following position:

LABORATORY TECHNICIAN GRADE NCC 5

Reporting directly to the Materials Specialist, the job holder will undertake a variety of tests on construction materials in order to establish their suitability for use in various construction activities and sites in the construction industry

Main Duties

• Visit construction sites, road, quarries and building sites to collect samples such as soil, asphalt, aggregate, concrete, masonry and steel in readiness for testing
• Label received and collected materials and stores them in drying bays and store rooms or appropriate location
• Prepare soil, asphalt, bitumen and concrete samples for testing
• Carry out tests of construction materials in accordance with appropriate standards codified in the laboratory manual
• Prepare timely laboratory reports detailing the work undertaken by recording the results of the tests in the appropriate forms
• Clean the testing equipment and laboratory immediately after the test in order to maintain clean surroundings and avoid contamination;
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Grade 12 School Certificate
• Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology
• Member of EIZ
• Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience

Required Competencies and Personal Attributes:

• Knowledge of construction materials
• Demonstrable materials testing skills
• Knowledge and skill in the standards (ASTM, BS, ISO etc)
• Knowledge of computer applications (Excel and Word processing)

Only those who meet the above role specifications and competences should apply enclosing their detailed CVs, photocopies of their academic/professional qualifications.

Hard copy applications should reach the undersigned not later than Wednesday, 8th January, 2025, by17; 00 hours. Soft copy applications can be sent to the following email: [email protected]

The Executive Director
National Council for Construction
P.O. Box 39548
LUSAKA