311411 — Chemistry Technician

Performs laboratory tests on organic and inorganic chemicals, analyses test data and carries out technical functions in support of Chemists or Chemical Engineers in a wide variety of areas such as fuels, agricultural products, food, pharmaceuticals, paints, metals, plastics, textiles, detergents, paper, fertilisers and cosmetics.

• preparing materials for experimentation such as freezing and slicing specimens and mixing chemicals
• collecting information and samples
• conducting field and laboratory experiments, tests and analyses
• presenting results in graphic and written form by preparing maps, charts, sketches, diagrams and reports
• performing routine mathematical calculations, and computations of measurements
• controlling the quality and quantity of laboratory supplies by testing samples and monitoring usage
• checking, calibrating and maintaining test equipment
• participating in fabricating, installing and modifying equipment to ensure that critical standards are met
• preparing experiments and demonstrations for science classes