Lab Shift Leader D1: Precision, Safety & Impact

Anglo American / De Beers Group; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading platinum production company in South Africa is seeking a Laboratory Shift Leader to supervise shift operations in sample preparation and quality control. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of laboratory experience, a strong understanding of safety protocols, and leadership skills. As part of a commitment to sustainability, this role offers opportunities for learning and development in a diverse team environment, ensuring that quality and safety standards are met while contributing to the PGM value chain.

Benefits

Market-aligned rewards and recognition

Opportunities for learning and development

Commitment to safe operations

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in a Laboratory as a Laboratory Shift Leader.
• Knowledge of operational processes within scope of role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a shift consisting of fire assay and wet chemical teams.
• Ensure timeous and accurate production throughput.
• Apply Safety & Health principles consistently.
• Ensure sample turnaround time targets are met.

Skills

Laboratory quality control procedure

Leadership tools for implementing a culture of purpose-led high performance

Monitoring of benchmarks

Education

Grade 12, with Pure Mathematics and Physical Science

Tools

Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

Job description

A leading platinum production company in South Africa is seeking a Laboratory Shift Leader to supervise shift operations in sample preparation and quality control. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of laboratory experience, a strong understanding of safety protocols, and leadership skills. As part of a commitment to sustainability, this role offers opportunities for learning and development in a diverse team environment, ensuring that quality and safety standards are met while contributing to the PGM value chain.