Job description
POSTED BY MVUNGI JOB MASTER
ILLOVO SUGAR (MALAWI) PLC
POSITION: LABORATORY OFFICER
Location: Nchalo Estate, Malawi
Department: Estate Support
Reports to: Medical Services Manager
Job Category: Permanent
Job Grade: Front Line Manager
Application Deadline: Wednesday, 21 October 2026
ABOUT ILLOVO SUGAR (MALAWI) PLC
Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc is a leading producer of raw, refined and specialty sugars in Malawi. The company is part of Illovo Sugar Africa Group, a wholly owned subsidiary of Associated British Foods plc (ABF).
JOB PURPOSE
To manage the effective operation of the medical laboratory by ensuring accurate and timely testing, maintaining quality standards, managing laboratory supplies and supporting reliable diagnosis and treatment.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct medical laboratory tests and ensure timely, reliable laboratory services.
- Maintain laboratory quality standards and ensure compliance with approved medical procedures, internal policies and safety requirements.
- Order laboratory reagents and consumables by obtaining supplier quotations and ensuring adequate stock levels.
- Prepare and manage the laboratory budget for reagents, consumables and other requirements.
- Guide laboratory staff on professional ethics, confidentiality, safety standards and responsible handling of patient information.
- Calibrate existing and newly acquired laboratory equipment using equipment manuals, standard procedures and quality control tools.
- Comply with Illovo's policies and procedures, including Safety, Health, Environment, Risk and Quality (SHERQ), Competition Law, and Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC) requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Applicants must have:
- A Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, Biomedical Laboratory Sciences or a related field from a recognised institution.
- Registration with the relevant professional regulatory body, where required.
- At least 2–3 years of experience in a busy hospital, clinical or research laboratory.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of workplace environmental and health hazards.
- Basic computer skills.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should submit the following:
- Application letter.
- Detailed CV.
- Copies of relevant certificates.
- Contact details of traceable referees.
- Copy of National ID.
Applications should be addressed to:
The HR Mill Head
Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc
Private Bag 50
Blantyre, Malawi
Alternatively, email your application to:
nchalohr@illovo.co.za
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, 21 October 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.
Illovo is an equal opportunity employer, and women are encouraged to apply.
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