Responsibilities

• Ensures all waste stream and items/goods (e.g. Entry containers, chemicals, etc) received from entry point through disposal or end use points are correctly verified and accounted for
• Operates, cleans, calibrates and maintains laboratory equipment and instruments
• Handles the preparation and revision of SOPs and ensure strict adherence for continuous improvement of KPIs
• Conducts analytical analysis and report on laboratory tests for continuous improvement in waste management processes
• Ensures all process and operational jobs (including their maintenance) are adequately planned and executed as scheduled
• Carries out adequate and regular monitoring and controlling of process and operational parameters of assigned jobs to ensure process and operational activities meet their set KPIs
• Provides reliable feedback by correctly reporting and inputting, where applicable) all work done on daily basis
• Maintains and comply with the internal environmental, health and safety management system requirements

Qualification Required & Experience

• Degree in Laboratory Technology / Chemistry or related field
• At least 3 years of experience working in a laboratory setting, preferably in environmental testing, waste management, or water and wastewater treatment.
• Familiarity with waste treatment processes, environmental monitoring or quality control in an industrial or waste management setting is highly preferred
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tests and ensure timely reporting
• The ideal candidate should be flexible and able to work in rotating day and night shifts

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in laboratory techniques such as sample collection, analysis and reporting
• Experience using laboratory equipment and tools for testing pH, BOD, COD, heavy metals, microbiological testing and other water quality parameters
• Knowledge of safety and hazardous waste handling procedures to ensure compliance with regulations

Knowledge of regulations and standards

• Understanding of Ghana’s environmental regulations, waste treatment standards and guidelines (such as EPA regulations)
• Knowledge of international standards for waste treatment and environmental protection (e.g. ISO standards) is an advantage

Location: Accra