Job Descriptions
Duties and responsibilities will entail: –

• collecting and collating test samples for analytical, forensic andqualitycontrol purposes;
• taking part in conducting tests on materials samples for analytical, forensic and quality control purposes;
• packaging and transporting test samples to laboratories;
• taking part in preparing laboratory reports;
• taking part in disposal of laboratory waste and ensuring containment ofhazardous materials;
• maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment;
• participating in establishing and maintaining systems for preservingsamples for future and database referencing;
• adhering to general laboratory safety, bio-safety and bio-securitymeasures and ensuring good laboratory practice;
• carrying out tests on various samples for identification and strengthevaluation; and
• maintaining public laboratories.

Job Specifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: –

• Certificate in any of the following fields: – Civil Engineering, BuildingTechnology or any other relevant and equivalent qualification fromarecognized institution;

OR

• Occupational/Proficiency Test Certificate Grade III/II/I in Civil Engineeringfor Geological Laboratories from a recognized institution; and
• Certificate in Computer proficiency