Laboratory Assistant at Clover Corporate – Queensburgh

Clover Corporate is hiring a Laboratory Assistant for a permanent position within its Production department in Queensburgh, KwaZulu-Natal. The successful candidate will support laboratory operations by assisting with sampling, testing, reagent preparation, cleaning, inventory management and administrative activities.

Job Details

• Company: Clover Corporate
• Job Title: Laboratory Assistant
• Reference Number: CLO260821-2
• Department: Production
• Job Type: Permanent
• Number of Positions: 1
• Location: Queensburgh, KwaZulu-Natal
• Country: South Africa
• Category: Food Service
• Education: Grade 12 / NQF Level 4
• Closing Date: 28 August 2026

About the Position

The purpose of the Laboratory Assistant role is to support the laboratory in producing accurate, reliable and timely test results for internal stakeholders. The position plays an important role in ensuring that products meet required quality and food safety standards before being released to trade.

The successful candidate will work in a production and laboratory environment and must be comfortable working shifts, weekends and public holidays when required.

Requirements

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

• Grade 12 or equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification.
• A tertiary qualification in Analytical Chemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology or Food Science will be advantageous.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Fluent in Business English.
• Willingness and ability to work in confined spaces.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Good communication and administrative skills.

Key Competencies

Clover is looking for a candidate who:

• Displays resilience and a willingness to learn.
• Adapts easily to change.
• Is proactive and action-oriented.
• Demonstrates integrity.
• Works well as part of a team.
• Has good communication skills.
• Demonstrates sound administrative capabilities.

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Duties and Responsibilities

Sampling and Testing

The Laboratory Assistant will provide support with laboratory and production-related activities, including preparing equipment for repairs, cleaning equipment after repairs and assisting with moving heavy equipment where required.

Preparation of Reagents

Responsibilities will include:

• Preparing microbiological media daily.
• Assisting with the preparation of microbiological swabs.
• Preparing Milkoscan pilots weekly.
• Preparing chemicals and reagents weekly.
• Preparing Lactose daily according to production requirements.

Cleaning and Laboratory Standards

The successful candidate will help maintain a clean, organised and compliant laboratory environment. Duties include:

• Cleaning laboratory glassware.
• Ensuring Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) requirements are followed.
• Maintaining 5S standards in the assigned work area.
• Cleaning water baths on a weekly basis.
• Keeping the laboratory and assigned work areas in an appropriate condition.

Administration and Record Keeping

The role also includes administrative and record-keeping responsibilities such as:

• Managing laboratory inventory.
• Maintaining records of Certificates of Analysis (COAs).
• Maintaining Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs).
• Updating product reports when required.
• Ensuring relevant laboratory documentation is properly maintained.

Who Should Apply?

This opportunity may suit candidates who have a Grade 12 qualification and an interest in laboratory, food science, microbiology, biotechnology or quality-related work. Candidates with relevant tertiary qualifications may have an advantage.

Applicants should be reliable, willing to learn and comfortable working in a production environment. Because the position may involve shifts, weekends and public holidays, flexibility is an important requirement.

The ability to follow procedures, maintain accurate records and uphold laboratory and food safety standards will also be important in this role.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply for the Laboratory Assistant position at Clover Corporate using the official recruitment process before the closing date.

Reference: CLO260821-2

Location: Queensburgh, KwaZulu-Natal

Closing Date: 28 August 2026

Employment Type: Permanent

Number of Positions: 1

Candidates are encouraged to ensure that their qualifications and experience meet the stated requirements before submitting an application.

Important Information

The position forms part of Clover Corporate’s Production department and contributes to the laboratory processes used to support product quality and food safety. The successful applicant will be expected to follow laboratory procedures, maintain accurate documentation and contribute positively to the wider production team.

Apply before 28 August 2026 to be considered for the Laboratory Assistant vacancy in Queensburgh.