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SGS; Evander; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Laboratory Supervisor to manage production planning and ensure quality control in a dynamic laboratory environment. This role involves liaising with clients, supervising fieldwork, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in laboratory management and be committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety. Join a leading company where your expertise will contribute to excellence in testing and certification services, making a significant impact in the industry.

Qualifications

• 3 years relevant experience in laboratory management or 8 years with Grade 12.
• Competent in quality control and health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Manage laboratory production planning and ensure deadlines are met.
• Liaise with clients and ensure accurate reporting before distribution.
• Train staff and ensure compliance with SGS policies.

Skills

Laboratory Management

Quality Control

Health and Safety Regulations

Client Liaison

Team Training

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Engineering

Grade 12 or NQF 4

Job description

Company Description

SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 95,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,000 offices and laboratories around the world.

Job Description

• Responsible for Laboratory Management production planning on site and meeting deadlines.
• A Laboratory Supervisor is responsible to liaise with clients and relevant Area Manager.
• A Laboratory Supervisor is responsible to ensure reporting is correct before signing and distribution.
• A Laboratory Supervisor is responsible for implementation of quality control systems and Health and Safety regulations in and around the laboratory.
• A Laboratory Supervisor is responsible to adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
• A Laboratory Supervisor is responsible to assist the technicians and/or samplers with any job whether it is on site or inside the laboratory as per instruction from the authorized site supervisor.
• A Laboratory Supervisor is responsible to perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by the authorized Lab Manager and Area Manager.
• A Laboratory Supervisor is responsible for following all SGS policies and procedures on site including but not limited to the payroll, leave, disciplinary procedure.
• Provide training for all staff as training needs are identified.
• Ensure all SGS mandatory (OI Toolbox/ Annual Integrity / Social Media etc) training is done as and when required.
• All timesheets, claim forms and payroll instructions are sent to the relevant departments timeously.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or degree in Engineering with 3 years relevant experience.
• Alternatively, Grade 12 or relevant NQF 4 with 8 years experience and 15 years Drivers License.

Additional Information

• Competent and qualified to do all tests (TMH 1 and SANS) in all laboratory divisions including soils and aggregate. Tests required onsite include moisture content, Mod AASHTO and Sand Replacement.
• Competent and qualified to do quality laboratory control and implementation.
• Competent and qualified to supervise and execute all field work.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety.