Inspector

WHAT IS ON OFFER

Alfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for an Inspector in Saldanha Bay, this individual will be functionally responsible to the Branch Manager for the management of the day-to-day operation within the AHK Saldanha Operations Department to ensure that operationally and managerially, an efficient and high quality service is provided in order to meet reporting deadlines and priorities agreed with AHK Head Office and clients.

ABOUT US

Alfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries.

We have honed and carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people. Click here to find out more about AHK.

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES

To be successful at Alfred H Knight you will need to display the following:
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Required Competencies
- To be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to demonstrate literacy and be numerate.
- Demonstrate ability to lead.
- Can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal.
- To be adaptable and flexible.
- Demonstrate good attention to detail.
- To be able to work in a team.
- Good timekeeping.
- Ability to work from own initiative with minimum supervision.
- Effective interpersonal skills.
- Energetic and self-starter.
- Be in possession of a valid driver’s license

Required Qualifications
- Matric (with Maths)

Required work experience
- Previous Work Experience advantageous

Responsibilites
- Operationally responsible to the Branch Manager for:
- Inspecting and / or weighing and / or sampling of commodities and loading of containers at client’s premises / warehouse / mines. (Travelling to Cape Town, Swellendam, Springbok and Caledon might be required)
- Overseeing sampling of commodities at our premises or independent warehouses / mines.
- Liaise with the Branch Manager to ensure that the following contingencies are met:

- Staff shortages as a consequence of leavers, illness, holidays, equipment malfunction / breakdown, peaking or growth of work volume within the operations, re-prioritizing of significant amounts of sampling work.
- Ensuring that the workforce is sufficiently motivated, skilled, and properly trained to meet the operational needs of the business. It is the post holder’s responsibility to inform the Branch Manager of continual resourcing difficulties and, or, operational problems.
- Ensuring at all times that a high degree of accuracy and precision is applied to sampling/surveying through incorporating and promoting good sampling practice principles. And for ensuring that work throughput is followed in accordance to documented methods and procedures (SOP’s). It is the post holder’s responsibility to inform the Branch Manager of any failure in compliance to documented methods.
- Providing technical advice and support to the site staff as required, on technical or operational problems, acting in a ‘trouble shooting’ capacity to subordinates.
- Advising the Branch Manager of repetitive technical problems relating to day-to-day sampling procedures.
- Communicate and report any staff issues to the Branch Manager which may include punctuality, attendance and training issues.
- Maintaining record keeping, such that work is clearly and easily auditable, and traceable within the guidelines of AHK.
- Monitoring staff attendance and punctuality in consultation with the HR Department.
- Preparation and / or completion of reports.
- Delivery and / or completion of reports.
- Reporting of updates on a regular basis and submitting tally sheets / shift sheets and photos on a daily basis.
- Assist personnel in the prep area when not occupied with Sampling Related work
- Assist with the storage and disposal of bulk reserve samples as necessary.
- Follow instructions from your superiors.
- Observe the features and marks of the commodities.
- Record all information and discrepancies neatly and accurately, and report timeously in accordance with deadlines and client requirements.
- Record dates, times and expenses accurately to assist in preparing invoices which are fair to you, the company and clients.
- Assist senior staff, supervise junior staff and work with outside parties to the benefit of clients and the company.
- Treat and / or maintain company equipment with appropriate care and attention.
- Act in accordance with the standard procedures and professional integrity of the company.
- Respect and maintain confidentiality regarding clients, locations and commodities being handled.
- Other ad hoc duties as may be requested by the Branch Manager, Operations Manager or