Senior Calibration Lead - Metrology & ISO 17025 Expert

Placements24; Cape Town; Sur place; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 600 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical aid

Bonuses

Training programs

Tools provided

On-site parking

Provident fund

Generous leave

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Cape Town, Western Cape, seeks a Lead Equipment Calibration Specialist to oversee calibration of measurement and test equipment in production and quality control. You will lead a team of technicians, develop calibration procedures, and ensure records meet ISO 17025 standards.

The role emphasizes metrology expertise, strong leadership, and collaboration with EHS, aiming to maintain equipment within required tolerances and support product integrity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years in equipment calibration with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Deep understanding of metrology and calibration of instrumentation (dimensional, electrical, temperature, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of calibration software and laboratory information management systems (LIMS).
• Experience with ISO 17025 accreditation requirements and implementation.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read technical specifications, blueprints, and calibration standards.
• Proficient in data analysis and report writing.

Responsabilités

• Develop, implement, and maintain calibration procedures and schedules for measurement and test equipment.
• Perform calibration and verification of mechanical, electrical, and electronic test equipment.
• Supervise and mentor a team of calibration technicians and ensure best practices.
• Maintain calibration records and certificates; ensure compliance with industry standards (ISO 17025).
• Identify new calibration equipment and technologies to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Conduct internal audits of calibration processes and equipment for ongoing compliance.
• Troubleshoot and repair faulty calibration equipment where necessary.
• Liaise with external calibration service providers and regulatory bodies as needed.
• Ensure calibration activities align with EHS policies.

Connaissances

Metrology expertise

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Formation

Engineering Technology or Physics degree

Outils

Calibration software

LIMS

Description du poste

Placements24 in Cape Town, Western Cape, seeks a Lead Equipment Calibration Specialist to oversee calibration of measurement and test equipment in production and quality control. You will lead a team of technicians, develop calibration procedures, and ensure records meet ISO 17025 standards.

The role emphasizes metrology expertise, strong leadership, and collaboration with EHS, aiming to maintain equipment within required tolerances and support product integrity.