Civil Laboratory Coordinator

1. MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The incumbent will be required to manage a laboratory and site laboratories awarded to the office. He / She will be responsible for all laboratory related tasks, whether it’s on site or in the commercial laboratory. He / She shall be responsible for the implementation, maintenance and improvement of the SGS quality systems.

2. MAIN RESPONISIBILITIES

• Ensure that the laboratory and office functions runs smoothly, with excellent quality of service, the saving of manpower cost, which contribute to accuracy, productivity and profitability;
• Ensure all equipment are cleaned and maintained on a regular basis;
• Ensure materials testing are completed in all laboratory division, including soils, asphalt, seals, concrete, aggregate with bench calculation as and when required for testing;
• Submit quotations and tenders to existing and potential clients.
• Ensure meeting budget and L&C
• annual performance appraisals and training for all reporting staff.
• Responsible to ensure the accreditation and Heath and Safety regulations requirements are adhered to in and around the laboratory
• Responsible for ensuring the correct test methods are followed.
• Verify calibration of equipment according to schedule
• Review and source of resources where necessary
• Complete weekly inspection report;
• Ensure safety in the laboratory – adhering to Health and Safety specifications;
• Assess results of proficiency tests;
• Acquisition of capital equipment and consumables as required by test methods – to be done according to directives.

3. OPERATIONAL INTEGRITY/HEALTH & SAFETY

• Adopt safe behavior at all times, exercising due regard for the health and safety of SGS employees, in accordance with SGS policies and procedures.
• Comply at all times with SGS's Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct.
• Work in accordance with ISO standards and requirements (9001, 17025, 14001 and 45001).
• Report all hazards, near misses and incidents.
• Always wear relevant PPE and comply with health and safety regulations.
• Participate in monthly safety talk with team members.
• Ensure that all waste produced by SGS is disposed of in an environmentally sustainable manner.
• Optimize resources in order to protect the environment.
• Cease the use of any equipment that may be deemed to constitute a safety hazard or entry to hazardous environments without the necessary knowledge and protection and take action to address the hazard.
• Cease to carry on with work that may affect the quality (integrity) of services and take action to address the issue.
• Initiate a formal improvement request when a deviation of the system occurs, possible improvements are identified or when nonconformity is identified.

4. QUALIFICATIONS
Education
• Degree in Civil Engineering or other related qualifications.

Experience
• 10 years of experience in laboratory management;
• Solid experience in laboratory management and team leading;
• Solid experience and very well familiar with ISO's 9001, 14001, 45001 and 17025;

Competencies
• Competent and qualified to do all tests (TMH 1 and ASTM) in all laboratory divisions including soils, asphalt, seals, concrete / aggregate. (SANAS experience would be beneficial)
• Competent and qualified to do quality laboratory control and implementation
• Competent and qualified to supervise and execute all field work
• Be familiar with COLTO
• Knowledge of Health and Safety
• Interpersonal and Leaderships Skills
• Proficiency in Portuguese and English
• Basic literacy and penmanship
• Driver’s License.

Interested candidates must submit a motivation letter, CV, ID photocopy, Academic and technical-professional certificates, and reference letters, to the following until 15/06/2024.

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