Testing Laboratory Branch Manager

4 weeks ago


Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa Kontak Recruitment Full time

Job Title: Testing Laboratory Branch Manager

Job Summary:

Kontak Recruitment is seeking an experienced Testing Laboratory Branch Manager to oversee operations, ensure compliance, and drive strategic growth in their Polokwane branch. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership abilities and a solid background in managing SANAS ISO 17025 accredited laboratories.

Key Responsibilities:

* Overall responsibility for the laboratory and its employees
* Developing and implementing strategic plans
* Ensuring the efficient turn-around time of test reports
* Handling commercial and financial matters and interactions with customers
* Liaising with staff for day-to-day running of the laboratory
* Monitoring requests for testing and scheduling sampling and testing activities
* Conducting contract reviews with customers
* Managing laboratory activities to safeguard impartiality and confidentiality
* Ensuring compliance with health and safety procedures
* Identifying and mitigating risks
* Conducting Internal Audits of commercial and site laboratories
* Investigating non-conformances and implementing immediate corrective and preventative actions
* Identifying root cause and proposed corrective actions, preventive actions, and improvements
* Ensuring that the ISO 17025 management system is implemented and followed at all times
* Management of the Collection, maintenance, and filing/storage of own records generated
* Supervising laboratory staff and ensuring their training and competence
* Reporting any irregularities in the data to relevant stakeholders

Requirements:

* Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Management, Chemistry, or Environmental Science
* A minimum of 10 years experience in a management position in a relevant laboratory environment
* SANAS ISO 17025 Laboratory Systems and Internal Auditing Certificate
* Valid driver's license
* Computer literacy (Microsoft Office)
* Must be a SANAS Technical Signatory
* Proficiency in test methods and laboratory audits

Disclaimer:

Kontak Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. The job specifics mirror the advertisement, and duties may adjust for client needs. A fair process is followed, with only shortlisted candidates contacted due to volume. Data is processed as per the Privacy Policy, and by applying, you agree to data handling. Candidates selected by the client are verified, and false information may disqualify or end employment via the client. The advert is not a binding offer, and written offers are based on pre-employment conditions. The job is not tied to Kontak Recruitment, and we assist in the employment process only. Upon applying, confirmation of receipt for a specific advert is given, and if no confirmation is received, you must verify with Kontak Recruitment.



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