Lab Supervisor: Quality & Compliance Leader

Afrimat; Sasolburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Afrimat Ash Resources in Sasolburg is seeking a Laboratory Supervisor to lead the lab team and ensure testing accuracy and timeliness. The role requires strong knowledge of quality testing procedures and systems.

You will drive safety, measurements and reporting to support production and client requirements. The ideal candidate will have Matric, relevant tertiary qualifications advantageous, a valid RSA driver’s license, and proficient use of MS Office and lab information management systems.

Qualifications

• Matric/Grade 12 is required.
• Tertiary qualifications relevant to laboratory work are advantageous.
• A valid unendorsed RSA Driver's license is required.
• In-depth knowledge of quality testing procedures and specifications.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Lab information management systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all testing is performed accurately and timeously according to specified test methods.
• Review and authorize lab test results and compile reports as requested.
• Meet testing frequency targets.
• Manage daily lab activities and housekeeping.
• Track KPIs and arrange training and development for lab technicians.
• Conduct competency observations to ensure compliance.
• Enforce health and safety policies and procedures.
• Manage the lab quality system requirements.
• Delegate tasks to technicians.
• Ensure equipment calibration, maintenance and cleaning.
• Arrange external lab testing as required.
• Provide technical support to production managers and clients.

Skills

Matric/Grade 12

Driver's license

Quality testing knowledge

Attention to detail

MS Office / Excel

Lab information management systems

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking under pressure

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Relevant tertiary qualifications advantageous

Tools

MS Office (Excel)

Lab information management systems

Job description

Afrimat Ash Resources in Sasolburg is seeking a Laboratory Supervisor to lead the lab team and ensure testing accuracy and timeliness. The role requires strong knowledge of quality testing procedures and systems.

You will drive safety, measurements and reporting to support production and client requirements. The ideal candidate will have Matric, relevant tertiary qualifications advantageous, a valid RSA driver’s license, and proficient use of MS Office and lab information management systems.