Ziphozihle Mkrweqane

Detail orientated and dedicated analytical chemist with experience in performing routine analysis, ensuring the quality and safety of plant systems, skilled in utilizing advanced analytical instruments such as gamma spectrometer, liquid scintillation counter, High-performance liquid chromatography and Ionic chromatography. Known for being organized and adaptable with a strong ability to learn quickly, trending and reporting results on LIMS and maintaining accurate documentation, a collaborative team player with good communication skills, seeking to leverage my skills to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization.

Inservice Training - Eskom - Koeberg Nuclear Power Station

(2018-08 - 2019-07)

• Carry out routine analysis in maintaining corrosion on the plant systems.
• Analysis of samples using gamma spectrometer and liquid scintillation counter.
• Trending and reporting results on LIMS.
• Documenting and filing of results.
• Daily calibration of instruments.

Laboratory Technician - SGS Health and Nutrition

(2020-01 - 2022-03)

• Analysis of samples using HPLC.
• Analysis of toxins (Aflatoxins, Ochratoxins, Deoxynivalenol, Zearalenone, Fumonison and AflaM1).
• Analysis of Beta-carotene and Capsaicin.
• Analysis of preservatives (BHT and BHA, Sorbic and Benzoic Acid and natamycin).
• Analysis of water samples for chlorine, Turbidity, color, ammonia and nitrates using a UV/VIS spectrophotometer.
• Reporting results on SLIMS.

Constable - SAPS

(2022-04 - 2025-04)

• Law enforcement
• Attending court hearings to provide evidence and testimony related to cases being investigated or involved in.
• Writing detailed reports and statements to present in legal proceedings.
• Sharing information and collaborating on joint operation when necessary.
• Conducting search and seizures, following legal guidelines.

Senior Chemical Analyst

(2025-05)

• Carry out routine analysis in maintaining corrosion on plant systems
• Sample and analysis of different plant systems.
• Analysis of ionic impurities using the Ionic chromatography (IC)
• Analysis of cations using the IC (lithium, ETA/NH3, Trace cations, Zn/Ni)
• Analysis of hydrazine, phosphate, total and reactive silica using UV/VIS spectrophotometer
• Preparation of reagents
• Analysis of oil samples using the Karl Fischer for water content
• Analysis of oil samples using the Di-electric strength instrument, Anton Paar viscometer/density meter, Particle counter.

National Diploma - Analytical Chemistry - Cape Peninsula University of Technology (2019-12)

Luhlaza High School (2012-12)