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The Public Utilities Corporation is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all genders and backgrounds.

Post Title: Laboratory Technician

Division: Water

Job Description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological test on water and wastewater samples, as per ISO methods with minimal supervision
• Perform physico-chemical analysis on water and wastewater samples
• Follow quality control procedures in the laboratory
• Perform accuracy checks on samples or other methods required to maintain a high standard of accuracy
• Maintain accurate and up to date records (log books, calibration records, data entry on computer)
• Maintain inventory of media and reagents
• Responsible for the calibration and maintenance of all Laboratory Equipment
• Work under the direct supervision of Senior Laboratory Technician.
• Participate in the water quality sampling and Environment Monitoring programs for Mahe, Praslin and La Digue
• Attend to complaints related to water and wastewater quality
• Advise the Laboratory Manager/Senior Laboratory Technician of discrepancies regarding results of tests
• Participate in Proficiency Testing Programs

Job Requirements

Education and Qualifications

• Certificate in Health Studies-Bio Medical Laboratory Science/Environmental Health Science or A levels in Science, Chemistry subjects.
• Fluency in English.

Experience

• Three years’ experience as an Assistant Laboratory Technician in water or Wastewater Utilities company, public health laboratory, or related private laboratory.
• Familiarity with routine water tests and quality control practices.

Personal attributes and other skills

• Must have good analytical and organizational skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• The ability to function both as part of a team and individually.
• Well-versed in using computers.

Essential Requirement

• Flexible to work after hours, public holidays and on weekends.
• Physically fit, need to collect samples on Mahe, and frequently visit Praslin and La Digue.
• Not afraid of the sea, in some occasions need to collect seawater samples.

How To Apply

Interested candidates should Sign-up or login to apply now or should forward their applications on the prescribed form (which can be downloaded from the PUC website www.puc.sc or collected at the Reception Desk at Maison De Malavois, Bois De Rose Avenue or at the PUC Praslin Office, Baie Ste Anne), with a covering letter including certificates and references to:

The Human Resources Manager

Public Utilities Corporation

Maison De Malavois

PO Box 174

Mahé

or via email to [email protected] not later than: Monday 17th August 2026.

Note:

In order to increase your chances of a successful selection, kindly ensure that your application is complete and that all relevant information such as your qualifications have been provided with your application.   Otherwise, the Employer reserves the right not to consider your application for selection.