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SGSSampling Manager
The Sampling Manager at SGS defines roles, responsibilities and authorities to support quality and QHSE management in sampling and sample preparation. The role ensures work follows…
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The Sampling Manager at SGS defines roles, responsibilities and authorities to support quality and QHSE management in sampling and sample preparation. The role ensures work follows ISO/IEC 17025 and OHSAS 18001 standards and client requirements, assigns and checks work, declares staff competent, and leads root cause investigations. It also covers equipment maintenance, stock control, budgets and housekeeping. The posting asks for matric with mathematics and physical science, and at least…
Job Description
The Sampling Manager at SGS defines roles, responsibilities and authorities to support quality and QHSE management in sampling and sample preparation. The role ensures work follows ISO/IEC 17025 and OHSAS 18001 standards and client requirements, assigns and checks work, declares staff competent, and leads root cause investigations. It also covers equipment maintenance, stock control, budgets and housekeeping. The posting asks for matric with mathematics and physical science, and at least five years of sampling and preparation experience.
Responsibilities
- Assign and check sampling and sample preparation work against written instructions
- Train staff, witness activities and declare staff competent
- Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective actions
- Manage equipment maintenance, stock control and the department budget
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of sampling and preparation experience, preferably in coal
- Working knowledge of laboratory practice under ISO 17025
- Fluent English, good communication and computer literacy
Qualifications
- Grade 12 with mathematics and physical science
Core Skills
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Where is the job?
The posting lists South Africa, on site, as a contract role.
What experience is required?
At least 5 years of sampling and preparation experience, preferably in coal.
Is pay stated?
The posting does not specify a salary.
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