Instrument Laboratory Analyst

SGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company, recognised as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Instrument Laboratory Analyst to join our team in Mombasa.

In this role, you will perform chromatographic, elemental and instrumental analysis on food and non-food products in accordance with standard operating procedures, national and international standards, industry requirements and client guidelines. You will support our commitment to accuracy, compliance and customer satisfaction while working in a dynamic, multi-purpose laboratory environment.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for a proactive analyst to apply their technical expertise, contribute to continuous improvement and grow within a global organisation.

Requirements

• Minimum degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution
• Minimum two years of laboratory testing experience, preferably in a multi-purpose laboratory
• Good knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025, ISO 9001 and HSE standards
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Satisfactory capability in the application of relevant testing protocols
• Sound knowledge of laboratory practices, particularly instrumental methods used in trace analysis

Responsibilities

• Test food and non-food products requiring chromatographic, elemental or instrumental analysis in accordance with standard operating procedures, national and international standards and client guidelines
• Ensure all activities comply with the laboratory's QA/QC system, with emphasis on ISO 17025 and GLP requirements
• Employ good instrumental techniques including GC-MS/MS, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, GC-FID, ICP-OES and UV-Visible Spectrophotometry
• Produce accurate, reliable test data within acceptable repeatability and reproducibility limits
• Adhere to set turnaround times and fully meet client testing requirements using correct methods and standards
• Follow health and safety measures regarding general hygiene, sample testing, sample retention and disposal
• Consistently apply correct methods, standards and techniques in all analysis, including sample preparation prior to instrumental analysis
• Ensure raw data clearly supports results obtained before subsequent approval
• Maintain housekeeping in the laboratory to ensure a clean and safe working environment
• Keep abreast of developments in analytical standards and technologies to support the development and validation of new methods
• Work flexibly to align resources with workload and support 24/7, 365-day service delivery
• Highlight competency gaps and provide or receive training to support personal development and team capability
• Provide cross-coverage for sample registry duties during planned absences
• Undertake any other duties as assigned by management

Compensation: Competitive (based on experience)