Noluthando Fortunate Velankulu
Analytical Chemist
Stand No. 800, Mangweni Trust, Kwalugedlane
Summary
I am a self-motivated, hardworking and passionate individual dedicated to work in any industry necessary to enhance my skills and experience. I aim to respect my seniors, colleagues and everyone in the work platform I am based.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Assistant
Actom and Lesedi Power Services
12.2024 - Current
- Conducted sample preparation for thorough analysis.
- Conducted detailed analysis of samples using sophisticated laboratory tools.
- Prepared standard solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Followed laboratory safety protocols to ensure quality control standards were met.
- Handled tasks regularly managed by the Laboratory Technician when unavailable.
Laboratory Analytical Chemistry Intern
Impala Platinum Refineries
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Prepared samples for analysis of PGMs
- Performed qualitative and quantitative analysis of samples using instrumental methods
- Registered samples in Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
- Attendant of progress meetings, discussion sessions, presentation sessions.
- Maintained a safe laboratory environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and proper disposal of hazardous materials.
- Maintained organized, safe and efficient laboratory environment to minimize accidents and prevent cross contamination.
- Repaired, calibrated and safely operated laboratory equipment to reduce costly instrument downtime.
Education
Diploma In Analytical Chemistry -
Vaal University of Technology
09.2024
Matric -
Inkomazi High School
11.2019
Skills
Good communication skills
Ability to work under pressure and team worker
Ability to make sound decisions and judgement
Planning, organizing and time management skills
Microsoft Office, including Ms Word, Ms Excel, Ms PowerPoint
Bomb Calorimeter
DR 3900 Spectrometer
pH, Conductivity and Turbidity meter
Spark Optical Emission and Induced Coupled Plasma Spectrometer
Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
Documentation, reporting and Lab result interpinterpretation
Knowledge of AAS, FTIR, GC, ISE, UV-VIS Spectroscopy
Personal Information
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: South African
Timeline
Laboratory Assistant
Actom and Lesedi Power Services
12.2024 - Current
Laboratory Analytical Chemistry Intern
Impala Platinum Refineries
01.2023 - 12.2023
Diploma In Analytical Chemistry -
Vaal University of Technology
Matric -
Inkomazi High School