Laboratory Analyst -18-24 month contract

Do you believe in the power of teamwork and sharing ideas? Do you take pride in delivering exceptional quality and service with everything you do?

Do you seek out ideas for improving the status quo?

If you want to make a difference and love being surrounded by the best and the brightest minds, Bureau Veritas Canada might be the place for you!

Here are our Core Values :

Trusted

Responsible

Ambitious & Humble

Open & Inclusive

If these values resonate with you, Bureau Veritas is looking for a :

Laboratory Analyst

Red Deer, Alberta

We are seeking a Laboratory Analyst in our Joffre Laboratory located at a petrochemical plant. Joffre is located approximately 20 minutes northeast of Red Deer, Alberta.

Job Overview and Responsibilities :

Primary responsibilities include the following (but are not limited to) :

• Independently operate various instruments including ICP, GC, HPLC, and NMR
• Maintain proper calibration and quality control records
• Perform and document routine maintenance procedures
• Prepare samples for analysis using extraction methods
• Troubleshoot and understand analytical equipment
• Report instrument breakdowns to Supervisor and inform senior staff of any sample integrity related issues
• Ensure adherence to Bureau Veritas’s policies, certifications and accreditations
• Actively participate in Bureau Veritas’s Health and Safety Program (meetings, near miss and incident reporting, hazard assessment)

Is there a mutual fit? You ideally have :

• Post-Secondary Diploma or Degree in related field (. BS, Petroleum / Chemical Technician)
• Demonstrated success in position of a Laboratory Technician or Analyst is an asset
• Sound knowledge of sample handling procedures to ensure continuity and integrity of samples through compliance with laboratory procedures and quality assurance protocols
• Knowledge of and experience with laboratory Occupational Health and Safety practices to handle hazardous materials by taking the necessary precautions.
• Excellent manual dexterity, record keeping, calculations and problem solving abilities
• Flexible to perform varying duties to accommodate changing priorities
• Good time-management, communication, multi-tasking and priority setting skills
• Strong computer skills
• Positive outlook with an ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Works both independently and as part of a team

Benefits :

• Health & Dental Coverage
• Life Insurance
• STD & LTD Coverage
• Company RRSP match
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Professional Development

Experience :

• Minimum Education : Diploma in related field (Required)
• 2-3 years of experience in related field (Preferred)

Schedule / Working Conditions :

• Must live locally in the Red Deer area (30 minutes + or -) or be willing to relocate
• Must have access to reliable transportation to be able to travel to and from site; no public transportation is available
• Shift is 7 days on, 7 days off, 12 hour shift (days only)

Work Remotely :

Bureau Veritas Canada is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and work environment.

If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise Human Resources of any accommodations that are required. Any information received relating to accommodations will be treated as confidential.

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