Operator

SGS; Orkney; On-site; ZAR 20 000 - 30 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated laboratory technician for their Geochemistry Laboratory. This role involves performing essential analytical techniques related to sample preparation and Fire Assay procedures. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, integrity, and the ability to work flexibly across various departments. With a commitment to quality and safety, you will ensure that customer requirements are met while maintaining a clean and efficient work environment. Join a team that values precision and quality in testing and inspection, and contribute to a safer and interconnected world.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a laboratory environment.
• Knowledge of sample preparation and Fire Assay procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analytical techniques for sample preparation and Fire Assay.
• Ensure customer requirements are met regarding turnaround times.
• Maintain cleanliness and comply with QHSE policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Integrity

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Education

Grade 12 with Mathematics and Science

Tools

SLIMS

Job description

Company Description

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 97,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

This position is for our Geochemistry Laboratory situated in Orkney (Vaal River Laboratory). The incumbent Perform routine analytical techniques related to the established Sample Preparation and Fire Assay procedures.

Job Description

• Receive samples with security guard and verify seal number on the trunks with those on the Way Bill and sign the waybill with the security guard.
• Perform sorting and boxing of samples when samples are received.
• Collect samples from Sample Receiving for weighing.
• Perform weighing, drying and crushing of samples as required by the client’s instructions for sample preparation.
• Perform splitting, pulverizing and boxing of samples in Sample Prep and do screen checks.
• Perform the screening of samples for PSA.
• Perform discarding of samples.
• Perform the weighing, fluxing, fusion and cupelling processes within Fire Assay.
• Discarding of samples to return to the client.
• Punctuality at all times.
• Ensure customer requirements are achieved with regard to turn around time commitments. Report daily production figures to the shift/team leader and also bona fide explanations about targets not met and status of equipment/consumables.
• Follow immediate superior’s clear detailed instructions and demonstrate flexibility in executing the duties.
• Perform housekeeping to ensure that the work areas and surrounding environment is kept clean at all times.
• Comply and conform to the QHSE policy of the company.
• Must have the basic understanding of SLIMS.
• Must comply and conform to the Quality Management System (ISO17025 and SANAS).
• Assist with the maintenance of the laboratory instruments and apparatus.
• Must be willing to work overtime when necessary.
• Operators must be able to work in all departments of sample preparation and Fire Assay (rotation)
• Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
• Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager
  
  

Qualifications

Education

• Grade 12, with Mathematics and Science
  
  

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a laboratory environment.
• Previous knowledge of measurement, preparation, fluxing and fusing of samples would be an advantage.
  
  

Competencies

• Integrity
• Attention to detail
• Punctuality
• Good interpersonal skills
• Must be flexible
• Full knowledge of the Sample preparation and Fire Assay procedures.
• Basic knowledge of entering data on the SLIMS.
• Speak, write and understand English.