Themba Radebe

Analytical Chemist holding a National Diploma from the Vaal University of Technology (VUT), offering practical hands-on experience within a fast-paced, high-precision industrial laboratory environment. Technically proficient in elemental analysis using XRF and ICP-OES instrumentation, high-accuracy potentiometric titrations, and automated data tracking via Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS). Thoroughly versed in ISO 17025 compliance, quality control frameworks, and standard laboratory safety protocols.

Open to permanent roles, contract positions, or structured learnership and development programs to leverage technical skills and contribute to operational excellence.

In-Service Trainee (Analytical Chemistry) - Samancor Chrome – Western Chrome Mines (Moolnool Section) - Moolnool Section

(2016-08 - 2017-09)

• Elemental Analysis: Executed primary elemental analysis of chrome ore and ferrochrome alloys using XRF instrumentation and ICP-OES for trace element verification.
• Chemical Quantification: Conducted high-precision Potentiometric Titrations following sodium peroxide fusion techniques to determine accurate Chrome (Cr) concentrations.
• Impurity Monitoring: Operated Combustion Analyzers to track Carbon and Sulphur impurities, and utilized UV-VIS Spectrophotometry for precise Phosphorus determination.
• Quality Assurance: Calibrated critical laboratory equipment using Certified Reference Materials (CRMs) and regularly participated in inter-laboratory round-robin studies to verify accuracy.
• Data Integrity: Oversaw batch creation and sample results authorization within the LIMS environment, preserving strict compliance and full traceability.

National Diploma - Analytical Chemistry - Vaal University of Technology (2016 - 2019)

National Senior Certificate - Botebo Tsebo Secondary School (2009)