Principal Chemist
2 weeks ago
Johannesburg, South Africa
Rand Refinery
Full time
Job title : Principal ChemistJob Location : Gauteng, JohannesburgDeadline : December 06, 2024Quick Recommended Links- Jobs by Location
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SUMMARY OF KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDED BUT NOT LIMITED TO
- Evaluate and optimise analytical processes involved in analysis of incoming material and outgoing products inclusive of new strategic process.
- Able to travel locally or internationally on assigned timelines to set-up laboratory processes as part of supporting strategic direction.
- Implement improvements to enhance efficiency, yield, and cost-effectiveness.
- Work closely with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
- Collaborate with junior miners and sample aggregators to support new strategic business.
- Ensure that all processes comply with environmental regulations, safety standards, and industry best practices.
- Analyse data generated from chemical tests and experiments.
- Prepare comprehensive reports on findings, trends, and process improvements.
- Implement corrective actions to resolve problems and prevent recurrence.
- Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team.
- Evaluate and implement cost-effective solutions in analytical section.
- Implement the setting up of laboratories, inclusive of commissioning and validating the laboratories.
- Formulating and Management of budgets and equipment procurement.
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Must have completed a master's degree in chemistry or Analytical Chemistry.
- A PHD qualification in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry would be an advantage.
- A Leadership or Executive Development certification would serve as add value.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar role would be advantageous.
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