Water Analysis Laboratory Technician

Country: Haiti Organization: CTG (Committed To Good) Closing date: 25 Jun 2026 Overview of position Our clients Engineering and Facilities Management Section (EFMS) is responsible for supporting water supply systems, wastewater treatment operations, environmental protection measures and public health monitoring activities across mission locations. These activities require routine water quality monitoring, laboratory analysis, environmental reporting and operational support to ensure compliance with applicable standards and mission requirements. To support these functions, our client requires a Water Analysis Laboratory Technician capable of conducting water and wastewater sampling, field testing, laboratory analysis, equipment maintenance and technical reporting. The position also provides support for engineering documentation activities through field surveys, measurements, preparation of technical drawings and maintenance of as-built records required for engineering and facilities management projects. Role objectives The Water Analysis Laboratory Technician will provide laboratory and field support for water quality monitoring, wastewater analysis and environmental compliance activities while assisting engineering teams with field measurements and technical documentation. The incumbent will: Implement water and wastewater sampling and testing programmes. Conduct laboratory and field analysis of water quality parameters. Maintain laboratory equipment, testing records and quality databases. Support environmental monitoring and public health protection activities. Identify and report water quality non-compliances and operational risks. Prepare technical reports and maintain laboratory documentation. Assist engineering personnel with field measurements, surveys and site verification activities. Support preparation and updating of technical drawings, layouts and as-built documentation. Maintain engineering records, site documentation and construction-related technical information. Expected output: Water and Wastewater Monitoring Water and wastewater sampling schedules prepared and implemented. Sampling activities conducted in accordance with approved procedures. Laboratory and field testing completed for required physical, chemical and microbiological parameters. Water quality monitoring data recorded and maintained accurately. Unsafe or non-compliant results identified and promptly reported. Laboratory Operations and Equipment Management Laboratory logbooks, sample registers and testing records maintained. Calibration records and equipment maintenance logs updated. Reagent inventories monitored and replenishment requirements identified. Laboratory equipment maintained in operational condition. Sample chain-of-custody records maintained and documented. Environmental and Public Health Support Water quality trends analyzed and reported. Non-compliance observations and recommendations documented. Support provided for wastewater quality monitoring and environmental protection activities. Technical support provided for operator awareness and quality control initiatives. Monitoring support provided for hazardous liquid waste management activities, as directed. Engineering Documentation and Technical Support Field surveys, measurements and site verification activities completed. Construction layouts, site plans and technical sketches prepared or updated. AutoCAD drawings and as-built documentation maintained and revised. Field observations, photographs and site documentation recorded and organized. Engineering and facilities management records updated and maintained. Project reporting The Water Analysis Laboratory Technician will report to the WATSAN Engineer, Chief Engineer, EFMS, or designated supervisor. Reporting requirements include: Water and wastewater sampling records. Laboratory analysis reports. Weekly and monthly water quality reports. Calibration and maintenance records. Sample registers and laboratory logbooks. Water quality trend analyses and recommendations. Site survey and measurement records. As-built documentation updates. AutoCAD drawings and technical sketches. Construction documentation and site verification reports. Reports shall be prepared and maintained in accordance with EFMS procedures, laboratory protocols and mission reporting requirements. Key competencies Qualifications: Technical diploma or first-level university degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, Microbiology, Water/Wastewater Technology, Laboratory Technology or a related field (required). Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or an equivalent field. Technical or vocational training in drafting, AutoCAD, surveying, civil works, construction supervision or related disciplines (desired). Other qualifications: Ability to prepare technical reports, maintain accurate records and safely handle laboratory equipment, samples and chemicals (required). Training related to water quality analysis, environmental monitoring, AutoCAD, surveying, occupational safety or engineering documentation (desired). Years’ experience Minimum five (5) years of relevant experience in water and wastewater sampling, field testing, laboratory analysis, environmental monitoring or public health laboratory work. Experience conducting physical, chemical and microbiological water quality analysis, reagent preparation, calibration and laboratory equipment maintenance (required). Experience with WHO drinking-water parameters, wastewater quality monitoring, cholera/Vibrio testing and enteric pathogen analysis. Experience supporting engineering documentation, site surveys, field measurements, AutoCAD drafting and as-built preparation (desired). Geographical experience: Experience supporting laboratory, environmental monitoring or water quality programmes in operational field environments (required). Experience in humanitarian, military, public health, emergency, field mission or high-risk operational environments (desired). Languages: Fluency in written and spoken English (required). Knowledge of French and/or Haitian Creole (desired). Professional Competencies: Water and wastewater sampling techniques. Laboratory analysis and testing procedures. Physical, chemical and microbiological water quality analysis. Water quality monitoring and environmental reporting. Laboratory equipment calibration and maintenance. Sample handling, preservation and chain-of-custody procedures. Water and wastewater database management. Technical report preparation. Field surveys and site measurements. AutoCAD drafting and technical documentation support. As-built documentation and drawing updates. Data recording and quality control. Core Competencies: Professionalism. Accountability. Planning and organizing. Teamwork. Communication. Client orientation. Attention to detail. Analytical thinking. Results orientation. Team management The position does not have direct supervisory responsibility for personnel. However, the incumbent will: Coordinate sampling and testing activities with WTP and WWTP operators. Support training and awareness activities related to sampling, testing and record keeping. Coordinate field verification activities with engineers, facilities personnel and contractors. Support engineering and facilities teams through technical documentation and survey activities. Assist multidisciplinary teams involved in water, wastewater and infrastructure projects. The role requires close coordination with WATSAN personnel, engineers, laboratory users, contractors and operational stakeholders supporting mission infrastructure and environmental management activities. Further information The position supports water quality monitoring, wastewater analysis, environmental protection and public health monitoring activities across our client supported facilities. Regular field visits to water treatment plants (WTPs), wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs), camps, accommodation facilities, storage systems and distribution networks may be required. The incumbent will be expected to safely handle chemicals, laboratory reagents, biological samples and testing equipment in accordance with established procedures. The position requires accurate maintenance of laboratory records, calibration logs, sample registers and water quality databases. The role includes support to engineering and facilities management teams through field measurements, site surveys, AutoCAD drafting and maintenance of as-built documentation. Strong coordination with WATSAN personnel, engineers, facilities staff and contractors is required. The incumbent must be capable of maintaining accurate technical records and preparing concise technical reports for operational and management purposes. The position may require work in remote locations and under challenging operational conditions while supporting mission water quality and environmental compliance objectives. How to applyTayo