Metallurgical Test Laboratory Manager

SUMMARY:
A Specialist in Mineral Processing Solutions, which is based in the North-West province, within Klerksdorp is recruiting for an experienced and skilled Metallurgical Test Laboratory Manager to oversee day-to-day laboratory operations to ensure accurate and timely results, while maintaining a safe and efficient work environment

POSITION INFO:
Technical knowledge and experience

• The successful incumbent must possess at least ten (10) or more years’ experience operating in an analytical or metallurgical laboratory environment as well as five (5) years’ experience in a management or supervisory role
• Proficient in MS Office applications
• Knowledge of metallurgical test work procedures, specifically within the physical separation field is an advantage
• Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent in science or related field is an advantage

• Relocation to Klerksdorp is essential
• The successful incumbent must be willing to travel and to work outside of South African borders for prolonged periods of time
• The successful incumbent should have a valid passport

• Manage the operational lab team, ensuring best practices are followed
• Communicate key processes and objectives to employees
• Conduct and facilitate induction and training of seasonal employees
• Provide training and mentoring to ensure good understanding of the tasks allocated and provide constructive feedback when improvement is required
• Manage and schedule laboratory workload to ensure all work is performed in an efficient and timely manner
• Ensure Laboratory operations and systems meet industry requirements and are performed to a high standard
• Contribute to and maintain requirements and documented procedures relevant to QC aspects to ensure all results are accurate, reliable and traceable
• Provide guidance and assistance to lab team concerning work methods, use of equipment and techniques
• Health and Safety: Responsible for ensuring all laboratory staff are aware of hazards within the work area and perform the required work in a safe manner
• Responsible for supervision of staff on shift
• Ensure that all test-work data is captured electronically
• Ensure traceability of all test-work data and reporting
• Ensure sample management and tracking is maintained to industry standards
• Coordinate sample movement between laboratory and third-party service providers
• Maintain relationships with key stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate reporting of results
• Manage and schedule all maintenance required on laboratory equipment
• Maintain frequent communication with relevant stakeholders regarding test-work schedule and progress
• Ensure timeous communication of any faults or delays that occur during operations
• Troubleshoot common problems that may occur, regarding equipment, procedures and test-work
• Develop SOP’s and ensure the industry best practices are adhered to
• Develop and capture log-sheets relevant to the test-work being performed

• High proficiency in MS Projects
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and quality assurance
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams to achieve goals and milestones
• Familiarity with relevant software tools and platforms used
• Good problem-solving skills
• Reliable and dependable
• Analytical and logical
• Ethical and trustworthy
• Must possess excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with QA/QC systems, their implementation and maintenance
• Ability to make sound informed decisions quickly and to take ownership of these decisions and their outcomes