A well-established scientific and research institute is seeking to appoint a Mining Lab Manager

• This role will ensure the laboratories deliver accurate test results, provide efficient and effective services, and maintain full compliance with the quality management system.
• The incumbent will also support the Senior Engineer and team in maintaining operationally critical testing equipment while enforcing strict adherence to Occupational Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) regulations and fostering a strong safety culture.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in mechanical/ electrical engineering with at least eight years work experience in mechanical/ electrical engineering, with a minimum five (5) years in either mining, heavy machinery, laboratory or technical environment.
• Certificate in ISO 17025 laboratory systems.
• Project Management certification/accreditation or short course would be advantageous.
• Certificates in laboratory method validation and internal audit would be advantageous.
• Professional registration with ECSA would be advantageous.
• This role will ensure the laboratories deliver accurate test results, provide efficient and effective services, and maintain full compliance with the quality management system.
• The incumbent will also support the Senior Engineer and team in maintaining operationally critical testing equipment while enforcing strict adherence to Occupational Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) regulations and fostering a strong safety culture
• Experience in managing a business with a minimum of R 30 million annual revenue.
• Experience in SHE management systems and processes.
• Familiarity with the function and troubleshooting of many types of laboratory equipment.
• Demonstrated experience in managing a diverse team, including performance management.
• Operational planning & implementation.
• Resource planning & optimization.
• Sound project management and systems skills.
• Knowledge of usage of Laboratory Equipment.
• Knowledge of Laboratory Procedures and Processes
• Knowledge of all relevant SHE legislations such as OHSAS 18001/ ISO 45001, ISO 14001.
• Good interpersonal and team skills and the ability to build and maintain solid working relationships.
• Sound financial management.
• All international qualifications require an evaluation report / certificate issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).