Water Laboritary Manager

6 months ago


Johannesburg, South Africa Cockatiel Full time

Plan activities in the laboratory including the development of analytical methods and the procurement of equipment to enhance productivity and to improve the quality of results.
- Plan staff development using company PDP and training schedule for interns, plan future direction of the Lab based on customer need and analytical developments.
- Utilise each staff member in such a way that his/her capabilities are developed.
- Ensure that staffs are adequately trained and motivated to carry out assigned tasks.
- Manage the performance management system, Coordinate, and manage the daily laboratory activities.
- Manage QA system in all laboratory areas, including SOP reviews and development.
- Ensure that all relevant data is processed in such a way that the data is readily accessible when required, utilising the necessary computer equipment.
- Daily, provide analytical service by analyzing and reporting on surface water quality.
- Coordinate the implementation of corrective actions for all the non-conformances identified during internal and external audits.
- Liaise with the Innovation and Technology Department regarding new developments in the Water Industry.
- Comply with company procurement policy and financial regulations.
- Draw up technical specifications for tender purposes when required, make recommendations on new chemicals and or equipment.
- Liaise with external bodies and tertiary education institutions on analytical techniques and methodologies and inter-laboratory calibration exercises.
- Provide advice to other Departments and Communities in cases where specialist knowledge is required.
- Keep abreast of legislative requirements pertaining to product quality such as Wastewater and reticulated water legislation, standards such as SANS 241 and Acts such as SACNASP, the Water Act and the Accreditation Act.

**Qualifications**
- Bachelor of Science in Chemistry /Applied Chemistry or BTech Analytical Chemistry (NQF 7).
- 6 years of experience in a chemical laboratory where water or environmental analysis are done with at least one (1) year of analytical work supervision/ overseeing/ coaching experience. Working knowledge of ISO 17025.
- Code B drivers licence.
- Be eligible to become a Technical Signatory within 24 months.

**Salary**: From R900 000,00 per month

**Education**:

- Bachelors (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Chemical Laboratory: 6 years (required)
- Analytic work supervision: 1 year (required)
- Knowledge ISO 17025: 3 years (required)

License/Certification:

- Driver's licence (required)



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