Laboratory Chemist & Quality Coordinator

Job Description:

About the Role

We are looking for a Junior Laboratory Chemist & Quality Coordinator to join a geotechnical testing laboratory in Abu Dhabi.

The role is ideal for a Chemistry graduate with 1–3 years of laboratory experience who is interested in developing a career in laboratory testing and quality management. You will be responsible for basic chemical testing of soil samples while supporting the laboratory's quality and compliance activities under ISO/IEC 17025 and ENAS requirements.

The successful candidate will also receive structured training in geotechnical soil testing to develop broader laboratory capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Chemical Testing

• Conduct routine chemical testing of soil samples for sulphates, chlorides, carbonates and pH.


• Prepare soil samples through drying, grinding and sieving.


• Prepare reagents, aqueous extracts and acid-soluble solutions.


• Perform basic wet chemistry techniques including titration, gravimetric analysis and potentiometry.


• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment such as pH meters, spectrophotometers, titrators and analytical balances.


• Maintain accurate laboratory records and test results.

Quality & Compliance

• Support the maintenance of the laboratory Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO/IEC 17025 and ENAS requirements.


• Assist with preparation, review and control of SOPs, quality documents and laboratory records.


• Support internal audits, non-conformance reporting and corrective/preventive actions.


• Assist in monitoring equipment calibration and verification records.


• Support Proficiency Testing (PT) and Inter-Laboratory Comparison (ILC) activities.


• Maintain proper documentation and traceability of laboratory activities.


• Support external audits and accreditation assessments when required.

Geotechnical Laboratory Training

• Undergo structured on-the-job training in geotechnical soil testing.


• Learn and assist with physical soil testing procedures.


• Support laboratory technicians with soil sample preparation and testing as required.


• Develop the ability to work across both chemical and geotechnical laboratory activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry or a related field.


• 0–3 years of laboratory experience; fresh graduates with strong practical laboratory exposure may also be considered.


• Experience in soil, construction materials or civil testing laboratories is an advantage.


• Basic knowledge of laboratory chemical analysis and wet chemistry techniques.


• Good understanding of laboratory safety and chemical handling.


• Exposure to ISO/IEC 17025 is highly preferred.


• Previous exposure to laboratory quality documentation or internal audits is an advantage.


• ISO/IEC 17025 Internal Auditor certification/training is preferred but not mandatory for candidates with the right background.


• Good documentation, organization and record-keeping skills.


• Willingness to learn geotechnical soil testing.


• Good communication skills and ability to work independently as well as within a laboratory team.