Basetsana Janice

I am a focused, goal driven and enthusiastic Analytical Chemistry student, Eager to exercise the knowledge obtained from varsity to gain practical understanding of analytical techniques in a work environment. Seeking an opportunity to work and enhance my skills and expertise in an environment that will encourage me to succeed and do my best while presented a sufficient opportunity for career growth and development. My professional goal is to add value to the company by following safety precautions to not compromise nor procrastinate the product of the company, on the other hand fulfil its objectives and values.

Desire to take up a challenging role in a progressive company.

Water Site Technician (Nedan oils and Proteins Pty Ltd Contractor) at Fluid and Water Technologies (2023-08 – Present)

On-site water treatment and quality management position

• Calibration/ verification of pH meter and other instruments
• Preparation for buffer solutions
• Collected water samples for Boilers, Cooling Tower and Effluent to generate daily reports
• Complete reports and submit reports in a timely manner
• Maintained safe and accurate pump levels at every dosing stations
• Monitored chemical Treatment levels during borehole water being the incoming water source in the plant
• Completed detailed tool and equipment inspections in our Softeners, sand filters and dosing stations to identify and address malfunctions and performance concerns
• Organized work to meet demanding Production goals
• Verify that all dosing pumps are running properly and prime the pumps whenever necessary
• Maintained necessary level of communication between shifts about the performance of the boiler
• Communicating with the internal customers
• Refills all chemical dosing tanks
• Weekly stock list and ordering of chemicals
• Disinfected borehole water with Sodium hypochlorite chemical and checked free chlorine residual
• Managed and Archived quality documentation and participated in internal and external audits

Laboratory Analyst at Blu Water Technologies (2023-02 – 2023-08)

Laboratory analysis and water quality testing position

• Calibration/ verification of laboratory instruments
• Preparation for buffer solutions
• Weekly monitoring of shop water conductivity and pH
• Cooling tower, effluent, wastewater and potable water chemistry analyses
• Analyse and interpret data for mine and household results
• Record and document test results and any deviations from the expected outcomes
• Identify chemical problems and areas for improvement and recommend solutions
• Collaborate with other team members to troubleshoot issues and optimize laboratory process
• Laboratory Management
• Monthly stock takes and ordering
• Carrying out good housekeeping
• Perform laboratory tests and experiments to analyse samples and generate accurate and reliable data
• Organize and manage the lab
• Internal audits

Lab Intern (Chemistry) at Merieux NutriSciences (2022-01 – 2022-12)

Chemistry laboratory internship position

• Preparation of verification buffers and calibration buffers
• Preparation of Laboratory control samples
• Recording of temperatures, log of fridges, and freezers
• Participated in audits
• Verification of analytical balances, pycnometer, Pipettes
• Calibration of laboratory instruments i.e. pH meter
• Updating stock list weekly
• Analysing nutritional samples using the laboratory SOP
• Training new methods (Gas Chromatography, UV-Vis etc.)
• Perform other related duties as needed
• Record results using LIMS

Volunteer Tutor (Mathematics and chemistry) at Vaal University of Technology (2019-07 – 2020-11)

Volunteer tutoring position in Mathematics and Chemistry

National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry – Vaal University of Technology (2020)

Matric in General – Jiyana Secondary School (2017)