Our government client is seeking a Senior Technician with a Chemistry background to perform advanced chemical and physical testing in support of laboratory operations. This position plays a key role in supporting the evaluation of materials and fuels using specialized analytical instrumentation to meet operational and engineering needs.

Tasks

• Perform physical and chemical testing of fuels, specialty chemicals, gases, metals, and polymers using techniques such as chromatography, spectroscopy, and microscopy

• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments including FTIR, GC-MS, LC-MS, NMR, elemental analyzers, and thermal oxidation testers

• Conduct troubleshooting and maintenance for analytical equipment following Standard Operating Procedures

• Develop new test methods and support the writing and revision of SOPs

• Record results in laboratory logs and prepare formal test reports with interpretation and conclusions

• Participate in hazardous material inventory management and prepare forms for stock orders

• Support evaluations for chemical compatibility, fuel quality, flammability, and corrosion mitigation

• Analyze test data and provide technical insight for ongoing research or engineering projects

• Ensure safety compliance while working in a laboratory with hazardous materials and Controlled Goods

• Prepare monthly progress reports summarizing activities, issues, and recommendations

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in analytical chemistry or a related field from a recognized academic institution

• Minimum of five (5) years of recent experience conducting maintenance troubleshooting on at least three types of analytical chemistry instrumentation, including chromatography systems, spectroscopes, or fuel testers

• At least five (5) years of experience with optical or electronic microscopy analysis methods

• Experience conducting test methods for specification testing of aviation fuels

• Proven hands-on experience with liquid or gas chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry 

• Experience in Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy 

• Demonstrated ability to analyze results, interpret complex data, and write technical reports

• Strong understanding of safety standards and PPE use in laboratory environments

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken, and able to work full-time on-site at a secure government laboratory

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.