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SGSHOD Technical Services
The Head of Department for Technical Services runs day-to-day technical coordination of the mineralogy division at SGS, including XRD and AUTOSEM equipment kept at low downtime.…
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The Head of Department for Technical Services runs day-to-day technical coordination of the mineralogy division at SGS, including XRD and AUTOSEM equipment kept at low downtime. The role routes work, improves workflow, and supervises staff in Bryanston on training, recruitment and discipline. It also covers the quality of mineralogical data and reports, input to larger proposals, weekly production meetings and capital needs. The posting asks for an Honours degree in…
Job Description
The Head of Department for Technical Services runs day-to-day technical coordination of the mineralogy division at SGS, including XRD and AUTOSEM equipment kept at low downtime. The role routes work, improves workflow, and supervises staff in Bryanston on training, recruitment and discipline. It also covers the quality of mineralogical data and reports, input to larger proposals, weekly production meetings and capital needs. The posting asks for an Honours degree in geology and prior experience in mineralogy investigations.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate technical operation and maintenance of mineralogy equipment
- Manage work routing, workflow and resource use to meet turnaround times
- Lead weekly production meetings and bi-monthly technical talks
- Oversee quality control of data and technical reports, and input to CAPEX needs
Requirements
- Prior experience in mineralogy investigations
- Ability to supervise and develop staff in Bryanston
Qualifications
- B.Sc Honours in geology
- Project management experience is an advantage
Core Skills
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Where is the role based?
The posting lists Johannesburg and names Bryanston as the base for the team, on site, in a full-time role.
What qualification is required?
An Honours degree in geology is listed.
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