Reports to Calibration Centre – Technical Manager. The incumbent ensures precision and reliability in calibrating laboratory equipment, adhering to ISO 17025 standards and SADCAS TR09 traceability requirements. H/she will support the Ministry of Health’s goal of delivering high-quality laboratory diagnostics by maintaining rigorous calibration and traceability protocols.

Main Duties:

• Performs detailed calibration of laboratory equipment per ISO 17025 standards, ensuring full traceability and compliance with SADCAS TR09 guidelines. 
• Develops, implements, and updates calibration schedules to sustain optimal equipment performance. 
• Verifies calibration methods and ensures calibration standards are fit for use. 
• Evaluates measurement uncertainties and ensures they are documented in alignment with ISO 17025 guidelines.
• Ensures that all calibrations performed are traceable to national or international standards, following the SADCAS TR09 policy on metrological traceability. 
• Records calibration data, test results, and any deviations in technical records, including corrective actions.
• Issues calibration certificates and ensure they include necessary traceability information, measurement uncertainties, and statements of conformity where applicable.
• Identifies and reports non-conformities in calibration procedures or results. 
• Approves and validates calibration certificates and related technical reports. 
• Monitors and maintains environmental conditions in calibration areas to avoid impacting measurement reliability. 
• Oversees equipment maintenance schedules, perform preventive maintenance, and promptly address calibration-related issues. 
• Assists in developing and validating new calibration methods to enhance operational efficiency. 
• Provides mentorship and guidance to junior staff or calibration technicians as required. 

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 certificate
• Minimum Diploma in Biomedical Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field. 
• At least three years of experience in calibration and maintenance of laboratory or medical equipment. 
• Certification or advanced training in ISO 17025:2017 strongly desired. 
• In-depth understanding of calibration principles, including metrological traceability and measurement uncertainty as per SADCAS TR09. 
• Competence in method development, troubleshooting, and validation of calibration procedures. 
• Demonstrated experience of having worked or working in a laboratory that is accredited to ISO 17025 or implementing a QMS based on ISO 17025.
• Familiarity with environmental monitoring and its impact on calibration outcomes. 
• Demonstrated understanding and application of metrological traceability principles.
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills to ensure accurate technical records.