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311531 · OSCA 2024

Chemical Technician

Classification
Occupation
Skill level
2

Classification

Description

Performs laboratory tests on organic and inorganic chemicals, analyses test data, and carries out technical functions in support of Chemists or Chemical Engineers in a wide variety of areas, such as fuels, agricultural products, food, pharmaceuticals, paints, metals, plastics, textiles, detergents, paper, fertilisers and cosmetics.

Specialisations

  • Chemistry Laboratory Technician
  • Dairy Laboratory Technician

Unit group

3115 · Science Technicians

Description

Perform tests and experiments, and provide technical support functions to assist with research, design, production and teaching in the natural sciences.

Skill level

Occupation skill level 2

Australia

2

Tasks

Tasks include

  • Assists in setting up and conducting chemical experiments, tests and analysis on organic and inorganic chemicals according to existing procedures
  • Assists in the fabrication, installation and modification of chemistry equipment to ensure it meets standards
  • Collects samples from production batches, and tests them for impurities and defects
  • Sets up and maintains chemistry laboratory equipment, instruments and inventory
  • Assists in monitoring the quality of products and processes at chemical manufacturing facilities to ensure they meet standards and specifications
  • Undertakes a limited range of technical activities to support chemical research

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