Laboratory Analyst

Overview

Analyze building material samples for asbestos using polarized light microscopy.

Key Responsibilities

• asbestos analysis
• microscopy
• quality control
• data entry
• report prep

Tasks

-Perform analysis of building materials and insulation samples for asbestos content by Polarized Light Microscopy -Quality control of samples from both internal and external sources -Entering data and preparing reports

Requirements

• microscopy
• ms office
• degree
• polarized microscopy
• communication
• detail-oriented

What You Bring

-Strong background in laboratory procedures and/or microscopy -Strong verbal and written communication skills -Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) will be considered an asset -Be detail-oriented, able to develop and maintain a highly organized work environment, and to effectively prioritize tasks -Ability to differentiate the full spectrum of visible colour -Knowledge of Polarized Light Microscopy and Optical Mineralogy will be considered as asset -Diploma or university degree in a related discipline -Ability to work in a busy environment

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About Pinchin Ltd.

-What began with asbestos has expanded into full‑scope services: environmental due diligence, geotechnical engineering, emissions compliance, indoor‑air quality and more. -Pinchin tackles major projects across real estate, infrastructure, industrial, energy, data centres and natural‑resource sectors. -Typical engagements include brownfield remediation, building‑enclosure assessments, air/water permitting and odour testing, lab analyses for mould, asbestos and legionella. -By integrating services—from lab testing to mechanical design—it delivers end‑to‑end solutions for complex built‑environment challenges. -Unusually, it operates its own odour lab with advanced olfactometers and performs comprehensive emissions modelling under one roof.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-security clearances required by clients -periodic drug and alcohol testing