Michelle Adonis

Analytical Chemistry Laboratory Supervisor with extensive experience at Eskom Koeberg Nuclear Power Station, Cape Town. Demonstrates expertise in analytical compliance, workflow optimisation, and result verification. Proven track record in ensuring procedural compliance and maintaining good laboratory practices.

Skilled in conducting safety inspections and addressing deficiencies promptly. Notable achievements include supervising senior chemical analysts to meet quality standards and optimising laboratory workflows. Career goals include further enhancing laboratory efficiency and safety protocols within the nuclear power sector.

Analytical Chemistry Laboratory Supervisor - Eskom Koeberg Nuclear Power Station - Cape Town

(2021-10)

• Ensured compliance with analytical chemistry surveillance requirements through meticulous planning and verification.
• Scheduled and coordinated routine and non-routine analytical work to optimize workflow.
• Captured all results accurately in laboratory information management system, correcting errors promptly.
• Evaluated and approved analytical results, addressing out-of-trend or unusual findings quickly.
• Reported and investigated surveillance violations, recommending corrective actions as needed.
• Supervised senior chemical analysts, ensuring timely completion of tasks while meeting quality standards.
• Enforced procedural compliance and maintained good laboratory practices among team members.
• Conducted regular safety inspections, addressing any deficiencies in the work area.

Senior Chemical Analyst - Eskom Koeberg Nuclear Power Station - Cape Town

(2008-03 - 2021-09)

• Conducted chemical monitoring and sampling per established standards and procedures.
• Monitored chemical analyses and ensured compliance with prescribed protocols.
• Identified non-compliances, determined root causes, and recommended corrective actions.
• Revised operating procedures for chemical-related plant processes.
• Updated resource inventories to maintain accurate operational records.
• Analyzed chemicals against specifications and reported deviations with corrective recommendations.
• Tracked chemistry indicators to ensure long-term plant health and performance standards.
• Calibrated instrumentation and maintained analytical accuracy through control standards.

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering - Cape Peninsula University of Technology (2024)