Site Laboratory Manager (MAC-SL01)

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 97,000 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

The role requires the incumbent to manage a site laboratory. He / She will be responsible for all laboratory related tasks, on site laboratory tasks. He / She shall be responsible for the implementation, maintenance and improvement of our quality systems to ensure that the laboratory functions smoothly, with excellent quality of service, saving manpower costs, contributing to accuracy, productivity and profitability.

The ideal candidate for this position will be disciplined, treat colleagues and management with respect, be deadline & revenue driven, and possess enough energy and passion to maintain good staff relationships. A successful career in delivering performance against agreed strategic objectives and ultimately ensuring that all quality and testing methods are observed, and any deviation is reported without delay.

Reporting to the relevant Regional Manager, the Senior Site Laboratory Manager is expected to:

1. Manage laboratory management production planning on site and meet deadlines.
2. Liaise with clients and the relevant regional manager.
3. Ensure reporting is correct before signing and distribution.
4. Implement quality control systems and Health and Safety regulations in and around the laboratory.
5. Oversee a multi-disciplinary site laboratory including soils, concrete, asphalt, seals, and aggregates.
6. Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
7. Assist technicians with any job, whether it is on site or inside the laboratory as per instruction from the authorized site supervisor/laboratory manager.
8. Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by the authorized site supervisor/laboratory manager and regional manager.
9. Follow all SGS policies and procedures on site including but not limited to payroll, leave, and disciplinary procedures.
10. Provide training for all staff as training needs are identified.
11. Ensure all SGS mandatory training (OI Toolbox/ Annual Integrity / Social Media etc.) is completed as required.

Relevant National Diploma and 10 years relevant experience or relevant NQF 6 and 10 years relevant experience. Drivers License OR Grade 12 and 15 years relevant experience, or relevant NQF 4 and 15 years relevant experience. Drivers License.

Competent and qualified to do all tests (TMH 1 and SANS) in all laboratory divisions including soils, asphalt, seals, concrete/aggregate. Competent and qualified to do quality laboratory control and implementation. Competent and qualified to supervise and execute all field work. Familiar with COLTO. Knowledge of Health and Safety.