CLAUDIA KHUTHADZO MAHANA
Laboratory Assistant
vereeniging
Summary
CAREER SUMMARY I am a graduate from Vaal University of Technology. I have completed my Advanced Diploma Chemistry. I have completed National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry I am currently working as a laboratory Assistant. I aspire to learn and grow; hence I strive to improve on my shortcomings. I want to secure a position that will enable me to utilize my skills, abilities and experience so I can be able to learn and grow as much as possible in that position whilst I add value to the organization or department that I will be working in. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Resourceful and Consistence Friendly and approachable Professional
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Laboratory Assistant
Rand Water Analytical Services
Vereeniging
09.2020 - Current
- Receiving of samples and Analysis of samples
- Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
- Conducted chemical analyses using Type equipment and recorded results in computer.
Laboratory Assistant
Vuwani Science Resource Centre
04.2019 - 07.2020
- Demonstration Chemistry and Physics Experiments for grade (10-12) and preparation of standards solutions
Laboratory Assistant
Rand Water Analytical Services, Accrediated
03.2017 - 03.2019
- Receiving samples, Sample preparation and Analysis (Turbidity and Colour)
- Preparation of calibration standards, reagents, stock and working standards as per method/procedure
- Daily calibration of the instruments using prepared calibration standards
- Process and interpret generated data to scientific results
- Enter results on LabWare system (LIMS) and prepare reports
- Data management and storage
- Maintenance of gas pressures, fridges, ovens and room temperatures
- Daily update of log book - troubleshoot and service records
- Construction of quality control charts from verification or QC data
- Waste management and proper waste disposal
- Continuous adherence to safety and good laboratory practice
Education
Advanced Diploma - Chemistry
Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijlpark 02.2022 - 04.2023
NDP Analytical Chemistry - Chemistry
Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijlpark 02.2013 - 04.2019
Programme in Total Quality Management(NQF level 6) - Business Management
University of South Africa
Pretoria 03.2020 - 07.2021
Grade 12 - Science
Mugoidwa Secondary School
Limpopo 01.2010 - 12.2012
Skills
Gender : FemaleLanguage proficiencyEnglish, Venda, Zulu, pedi & TsongaDrivers Licence : Code10 (C1)PROFESSIONAL SKILLSServed as a volunteer during the National Science Week at Vuwani Science Resource Centre ( 2017)Served as judge in the Eskom Expo for Young Scientist projects ( 2018)Served as an Exhibitor during Vhembe Science Tube festival ( 2018)Have Basic computer skills (Ms word , Excel, Access, Power point , Internet , Basic concept of IT and Operating system)Ability to enter and report results using Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)Ability to prepare reagents and standardsGood problem solving and presentation skillsStrong verbal and writing communication skillsOrganizational skillsAbility to work individually and within a teamHave a knowledge of basic water purification processCompetent in wet ChemistryCompetent in TOC and DOCCompetent in Oil and GreaseCompetent in determination of Phenol using UV/VIS spectrometerHave the knowledge of Semi –Volatile Organic Compounds (SVOC)Have the knowledge of Geosmin and 2Mib AnalysisHave the knowledge of Turbidity and Colour AnalysisHave the knowledge of PH , Conductivity and Alkalinity analysis
Have a knowledge of Basic sanitation
Timeline
Advanced Diploma - Chemistry
Vaal University of Technology
02.2022 - 04.2023
Laboratory Assistant
Rand Water Analytical Services
09.2020 - Current
Programme in Total Quality Management(NQF level 6) - Business Management
University of South Africa
03.2020 - 07.2021
Laboratory Assistant
Vuwani Science Resource Centre
04.2019 - 07.2020
Laboratory Assistant
Rand Water Analytical Services, Accrediated
03.2017 - 03.2019
NDP Analytical Chemistry - Chemistry
Vaal University of Technology
02.2013 - 04.2019
Grade 12 - Science
Mugoidwa Secondary School
01.2010 - 12.2012