Licensed Chemist

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Performs physical, chemical, biological, microbiological and special analysis in all samples collected from the area of assignment and other applicable points within Maynilad influence.

2. Interpret and relay results to ensure that the control parameters are met in producing finished water quality in accordance or better than the Philippine National Standards of Drinking Water set values.

3. Prepares, standardizes and ensures accuracy of reagent chemicals required for analysis to ensure that Process Control operation complies with the requirements of the IMS.

4. Analyzes treatment chemicals submitted for bidding and those delivered before acceptance.

5. Monitors, accepts and records Process Control chemical reagents and supplies and updates inventory after withdrawal and consumption.

6. Monitors, verifies and calibrates equipment used in the process control analysis.

7. Assists WSO Officer, Process Engineering and other internal customers in conducting research and development studies related to treatment plant process.

8. Provides related support to Department’s CAPEX projects.

9. Implements Integrated Management System’s programs, activities, procedures and policies.

10. Does other related tasks as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of Chemistry
• Must be a Licensed Chemist
• Preferably with one to three years of related work experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

• Computer skills (MS Office)
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Analytical thinking skills
• Preferably with basic technical skills on trouble shooting of basic laboratory instrument
• Driving skills

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES/ATTITUDES

• With high customer service orientation
• Results-driven and proactive
• Can work with minimal supervision
• Can work under pressure
• Willing to work overtime

WORKPLACE RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENT

EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE USED

• Computer
• Microsoft office tools
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Plant and laboratory equipment

WORKING CONDITIONS and OCCUPATIONAL HAZARDS

• Works mostly inside process control laboratory
• Requires handling various chemical and laboratory machineries/ equipment