Senior Laboratory Technicians at Linkup Human Capital Limited (11 Openings)

Linkup Human Capital Limited is an indigenous, leading management consulting firm in Nigeria, a workforce solutions provider that renders professional services and solutions in areas that span multiple industries and has been immensely successful in creating a global network of highly adept intelligent workforce that can help a company achieve its mission/critical projects and goals. We focus on delivering value to organizations, which in turn increases the bottom line of their business.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Laboratory Technician

Locations: Abuja, Abia, Imo, Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Kwara, Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Oyo, and Rivers
Job type: Full time

Job Description

• We are currently seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Lab Technician to join our Quality Control team in a reputable Road & Building Construction company.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting laboratory and field testing of construction materials in line with international standards and ensuring accurate documentation and reporting.

Job Summary

• The Senior Laboratory Technician will carry out laboratory and field testing of soil, asphalt, and concrete materials while maintaining proper documentation, calibration records, and sample tracking systems.
• The role requires strong technical competence, accuracy, and adherence to quality standards.

Key Responsibilities
Laboratory & Field Testing:

• Conduct soil, asphalt, concrete, and aggregate testing in accordance with international standards (e.g., ASTM, AASHTO, BS/EN standards).
• Perform field density tests, CBR, compaction control, asphalt sampling and concrete slump tests.
• Support quality control inspections on-site.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications and regulatory requirements.

Documentation & Quality Control:

• Prepare formal and accurate laboratory test reports.
• Maintain calibration logs for laboratory equipment.
• Manage and track sample inventories (collection, labeling, storage, and disposal).
• Ensure proper documentation for audits and quality assurance reviews.
• Assist in maintaining laboratory housekeeping and safety standards.

Data Management & Reporting:

• Perform data entry and compile test results.
• Prepare reports using basic formula-based calculations in Excel.
• Maintain electronic and hard-copy records of laboratory activities.

Requirements
Educational Qualification and Experience:

• HND/OND/B.Sc. in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related discipline with 5–7 years’ experience in a construction materials laboratory (Road & Building projects preferred).

Technical Competencies:

• Practical experience in:
  • Soil testing (Proctor, CBR, Atterberg limits, field density)
  • Asphalt testing (Marshall Stability, extraction, bitumen tests)
  • Concrete testing (slump, compressive strength, cube casting)
• Strong knowledge of international testing standards (ASTM, AASHTO, BS/EN).
• Ability to interpret test results and identify non-conformance.

Computer Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data entry and basic formula-based reporting).
• Good documentation and record-keeping skills.

Core Competencies:

• Attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Good communication skills
• High level of integrity and accountability

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@linkuphcl.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.