Head : Laboratory

Clover S.A. Proprietary Limited; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food industry is seeking a Laboratory Manager to oversee laboratory operations in Port Elizabeth. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing laboratory staff, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and maintaining the performance of lab equipment. This is a critical role that requires a National Diploma and strong leadership skills to foster high-performing teams.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in job-related concepts and techniques.
• Fluent in Business English.
• Code 08 Driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operation of laboratory.
• Ensure correct sampling and testing procedures.
• Manage staff performances and conduct training.

Skills

Team Management

Proactive Orientation

Customer Orientation

Education

National Diploma

Job description

Job Location : Eastern Cape, Port Elizabeth Deadline : June 25, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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Job Advert Summary

• We’re looking for a Laboratory Manager who will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the laboratory.
• The Laboratory Manager will oversee the work of the laboratory technicians and ensure that all safety procedures are followed.

Requirements

• National Diploma
• Relevant experience in applying job related concepts, techniques and processes at the required level
• Business English : Fluent
• Code 08 Driver's license
• Coach and develop people
• Proactive and action orientated
• Maintains high standards
• Build high performing teams
• Collaborate with others to achieve a common objective
• Managing people for performance
• Administrative capabilities
• Customer orientated
• Apply expertise and technology

Duties and Responsibilities

• Setup and operation of laboratory
• Determine the lab set up and lay out of equipment
• Maintain and ensure correct operation of lab equipment

Establish good laboratory and hygiene manufacturing practices

• Ensure correct sampling and testing procedures
• Implement chemical and microbiological sample analysis
• Involve with product trials
• Head up the sensory panel

Ensure the availability of required testing material

• Record and report product deviations
• Perform troubleshooting, interpret and report on results
• Assist Quality Assurance and Quality Control departments
• Release product

Track errors and deviations

• Perform laboratory administration
• Guidance and training of team members and plant personnel
• Ensure efficient use of laboratory substances
• Manage staff performances
• Evaluate and maintain QA and QC systems

Communicate and interact with internal and external clients

• Coordinate internal audits
• Do and coordinate HACCP analysis

Coordinate Root Cause Analysis and troubleshooting

• Manage staff
• Ensure optimal utilisation of staff
• Apply consistent discipline
• Train and develop staff
• Conduct meetings and ensure effective communication to all
• Liaise and communicate with management in all departments
• Provide leadership and training to staff members within the department
• Set objectives, manage and measure performance of team

Closing Date

• 2025 / 06 / 23
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