Lab Technician (Lydenburg) at Fraser Alexander (Pty) Ltd.

Description

• This position exists to provide guidance on aspect of material specification testing methods, handling, utilisation, procurement and production of tailings material.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Operations

• Collect, prepare, analyse and test samples of tailings material, soil and slurry.
• Coordinate quality specification testing requirements on site to ensure compliance with tailings and dam construction standards.
• Perform field density testing using methods such as Nuclear Density Gauge and Sand Cone tests.
• Ensure materials are compacted within acceptable moisture and density specifications, including monitoring Optimum Moisture Content.

Safety

• Ensuring safety guidelines are followed strictly at all times.
• Ensuring Laboratory methods statements and risk assessments in place and applied.
• Conducting Planned Task Observation (PTO) and Visible Field Leadership (VFL)

Maintenance

• Attending to laboratory housekeeping
• Maintaining laboratory equipment.

Reporting

• Recording data and results accurately and responsibly.
• Filing and submitting recorded data to client representative, site management & line management.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 12.
• National Diploma in Civil Engineering.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a laboratory or materials testing role within a construction or tailings environment.

SKILLS, QUALITIES AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Strong understanding of soil mechanics, compaction principles and density testing methods.
• Ability to interpret material testing specifications and results.
• Strong technical and operational knowledge of construction material testing.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Good problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work effectively with site operations and technical teams.
• Strong attention to detail when recording and analysing test results.

CLOSING DATE: 12 March 2026