Senior Mineralogist

SGS; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Mineralogist to lead projects and ensure quality in mineralogical testing. In this pivotal role, you will oversee all project activities, manage technical support staff, and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards. You will utilize advanced mineralogical instruments and interpret results to meet client objectives. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a safer and interconnected world while working with a global leader in testing and certification. If you are passionate about geology and have the expertise to drive project success, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in mineralogy and project management.
• Strong skills in data processing and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Lead and control project activities, ensuring quality and safety.
• Prepare proposals, process data, and report results with minimal input.

Skills

Mineralogy

Data Processing

Project Management

Quality Control

Safety Management

Education

B.Sc Hons. in Geology

Tools

XRD

TIMA

Optical Microscopes

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.

Job Description

To perform the role of senior mineralogist within the division. The responsibilities and authorities of the senior mineralogist in mineralogy in relation to post requirements of managerial, technical and key support personnel are outlined.

1. Lead and control all activities related to an assigned project, including coordination of sample preparation and associated staff, QC/QA of samples prepared, data acquisition using available mineralogical equipment and QC/QA of the data, liaison with all other departments, divisions and subcontractors involved.
2. Preparation of proposals to achieve the client’s objectives.
3. Data processing/control, reporting of testwork according to company guidelines with minimal input from the line manager and report writing.
4. Creating the context for the work within which certain objectives need to be achieved, which implies planning and structuring of task achievements over a period that ranges from 1 week to 3 months.
5. Evaluation of results and interpretation.
6. Management, training and direction of technical support staff in quality, testwork methodology, safety and time management.
7. Meet company targets with respect to turnover and quality.
8. Assist with the planning, set-up, commissioning and operation of mineralogical instruments, such as XRD, TIMA and optical microscopes.
9. Formatting, editing and setting up of forms required to record testwork results and data.
10. Responsible for the effective and appropriate use of equipment, facilities, including good housekeeping.
11. Liaise with the client at proposal writing phase, preliminary reporting and final handover of project results.
12. Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.

Perform any other reasonable task as assigned by the direct line manager.

Qualifications

• B.Sc Hons. in Geology
• Minimum of 5 years in the relevant field