Laboratory Operations Lead & Quality Manager

Farm Manager SA; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Farm Manager SA in the Western Cape region seeks an experienced Laboratory Manager to oversee daily lab operations, ensure compliance with ISO17025 and SANAS accreditation requirements, and drive business development. The role involves budget planning, staff management, and collaboration with customers.

The candidate will lead method development, validation, and training, ensuring timely turnaround and high-quality results aligned with client needs.

Qualifications

• Requires a relevant tertiary diploma or degree.
• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience in fruit quality management.
• Expert knowledge of methods used and current laboratory testing objectives.
• Deep knowledge of SANAS requirements relating to accreditation/compliance and IAF/ILAC documents.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the laboratory.
• Take responsibility for actions when nonconforming work occurs and authorize resumption of work.
• Manage human resources including contracts and salaries; handle budgeting and procurement.
• Develop business and marketing strategies; identify new markets and trends.
• Plan and manage laboratory budget; liaise with customers and handle queries.

Skills

Leadership

Managing Projects

Managing Budgets

Managing Conflicting priorities

Creative problem solving

Skills development

Education

Relevant diploma/degree

Job description

Farm Manager SA in the Western Cape region seeks an experienced Laboratory Manager to oversee daily lab operations, ensure compliance with ISO17025 and SANAS accreditation requirements, and drive business development. The role involves budget planning, staff management, and collaboration with customers.

The candidate will lead method development, validation, and training, ensuring timely turnaround and high-quality results aligned with client needs.