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SGSField Operations Coordinator
SGS is hiring a Field Operations Coordinator for an on-site, full-time position. This role is responsible for arranging, supervising, and reporting on minerals operational matters while…
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SGS is hiring a Field Operations Coordinator for an on-site, full-time position. This role is responsible for arranging, supervising, and reporting on minerals operational matters while adhering to standard operating procedures, international standards, and company ethics. The coordinator will manage daily operational deployment, oversee commercial inspectors, maintain work files, ensure accurate job certification, and help implement a quality management system. The ideal candidate has extensive industry experience and strong supervisory…
Job Description
SGS is hiring a Field Operations Coordinator for an on-site, full-time position. This role is responsible for arranging, supervising, and reporting on minerals operational matters while adhering to standard operating procedures, international standards, and company ethics. The coordinator will manage daily operational deployment, oversee commercial inspectors, maintain work files, ensure accurate job certification, and help implement a quality management system. The ideal candidate has extensive industry experience and strong supervisory skills in inspection, sampling, or a related operational environment.
Responsibilities
- Arrange, supervise, and report on minerals operational matters following standard operating procedures and international standards
- Check staffing levels across trade sites and verify timesheets
- Communicate with clients and supervisors regarding project progress and non-conformance
- Maintain work files alongside the divisional administration department
- Coordinate daily operational deployment and activities of commercial inspectors with the branch manager
- Assist in training and coaching employees and sub-contractors
- Ensure company equipment is properly maintained
- Halt the use of unsafe equipment or stop work that threatens service quality, reporting issues to higher authority
- Initiate formal improvement requests upon identifying system deviations or nonconformities
- Coordinate quality across trade sites in Saldanha Bay, Port Elizabeth, and Johannesburg
Requirements
- Matric minimum qualification
- Five to ten years of relevant industry experience
- Minimum of three years of supervisory experience in inspection, sampling, sample preparation, mining, minerals, trade, logistics, or a related operational environment
- Proficiency in English with strong communication skills
- Knowledge of mineral sampling procedures
- Valid driver license
- Computer literacy including Word and Excel
- Compliance with company QOH&S and HR policies and procedures
Qualifications
- Tertiary qualification
- Experience in chemical testing or sampling
- Proficiency in additional languages beyond English
Core Skills
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What is the employment type and remote status for this role?
This position is full-time and on-site.
What experience is required for the Field Operations Coordinator position?
Candidates need five to ten years of relevant industry experience, including at least three years of supervisory experience in inspection, sampling, sample preparation, mining, minerals, trade, logistics, or a related operational environment.
What educational background or certifications are needed?
A Matric qualification is required. A tertiary qualification and experience in chemical testing or sampling are considered added advantages, alongside a valid driver license.
What is the salary for this position?
The job posting does not specify the salary.
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