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Otshepeng Koitsioe

Lab Technician
Rustenburg

Summary

Highly analytical laboratory technician with 2 years of in-depth experience and familiarity in recording chemical and biological tests. Adequate knowledge of drinking water and wastewater structures, including management. Currently majoring in water analysis, wastewater treatment, water treatment, and water chemistry. Committed to maintaining safe and clean job sites as a dedicated team player. Seeking a role where hard work and dedication will be highly valued. Experienced in resolving conflicts and issues with exceptional skill and poise. Motivated to learn, grow, and excel in any area. Positive outlook and high level of environmental commitment. Eager to secure a position with a prosperous, reputable company that will foster professional development while advancing the goals and objectives of the organization.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages

Work History

Lab Technician

Tsebo Facilities Solutions
10.2022 - Current
  • Conducted various experiments and tests in accordance with established protocols and procedures
  • Prepared and maintained laboratory equipment and instruments for experiments
  • Collected, prepared, and analyzed biological, chemical, and environmental samples.
  • Assisted in the development and validation of new laboratory techniques and procedures
  • Collaborated with researchers and scientists to set up experiments, collect data, and analyze results
  • Maintained accurate and organized records of experiments, including lab notebooks and electronic databases
  • Participated in inventory management, ensuring adequate supplies and chemicals were available for experiments
  • Followed strict safety protocols and maintained a clean and safe working environment
  • Assisted in training new lab technicians and provided guidance on laboratory procedures
  • Collected resort pool samples for analysis
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
  • Always willing to assist other departments whenever there’s emergencies

Sustainability Intern

Sun City
3 2022 - 9 2022
  • Company Overview: Assisted Magalies Water in monitoring, collecting, and enhancing the water quality in and around the resort
  • Take water samples from reservoirs, swimming pools, lakes, and hotels as well as influent and effluent from the plant at various levels of treatment
  • Consistently follow safety procedures and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) guidelines
  • Conduct chemical and microbiological analyses following ISO/IEC 17025 guidelines
  • Create detailed, reliable reports summarizing water and wastewater results
  • Talk about any odd occurrences that might impact the test results and inform process controllers of them
  • Develop and improve SOPs for reagents and equipment
  • Clean testing apparatus for the laboratory
  • Ensure the wastewater treatment works duties assigned to me by my supervisors adhered
  • Assisted Magalies Water in monitoring, collecting, and enhancing the water quality in and around the resort

Education

National Diploma - Water Science and Technology

Tshwane University of Technology
07.2019 - 01.2022

High School Diploma - undefined

Holy Family Combined School
01.2018 - 11.2018

Skills

Organized and detail-oriented

Inventory Management

Laboratory Equipment Operation (Centrifuge, Microscope, Spectrometer)

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Knowledge of Laboratory Safety Protocols

Process Enhancement

Procedures for Operating a Laboratory

Prioritization of Tasks

Conflict resolution techniques and tools

Reliable Reporting

Safety policies and procedures

Time Management

References

  • Mr. Johannes Smit, Sun International (Tsebo Facility), Infrastructure Manager, 014 557 1080, 084 513 4775, johannes.smit@suninternational.com
  • Mr. Sibusiso Nhlapo, Sun International (Tsebo Solutions Facilities), Mechanical Foreman, 067 673 3881, snhlapo@tsebo.co
  • Mr. Lwazi Mswelanto, Sun International, Sustainability Manager, 014 557 3079, lwazi.mswelanto@suninternational.com

Timeline

Lab Technician

Tsebo Facilities Solutions
10.2022 - Current

National Diploma - Water Science and Technology

Tshwane University of Technology
07.2019 - 01.2022

High School Diploma - undefined

Holy Family Combined School
01.2018 - 11.2018

Sustainability Intern

Sun City
3 2022 - 9 2022
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