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.