SGS South Africa was established in 1949. Today, we are South Africa’s leading inspection, testing, verification and certification company.
Our network of offices and laboratories, strategically located around the country, enables us to serve clients in every region, including Gauteng, Mpumalanga, North-West Province, Limpopo, Western Cape, Eastern Cape, ...
Londani is responsible to plan, organize, lead and control the operation and functions of the Londani Laboratory. To support the Mpumalanga Manager to meet business objectives and ensure compliance to the Company policies and business guidelines.
To plan, organize, lead and control the Londani Laboratory Operations.
Manage and monitor operational performance of the Londani Laboratory Operations.
Responsible for revenue and expense control of the Londani Laboratory Operations, in line with operational budgets and the business strategies.
Set annual budget targets in collaboration with the Mpumalanga Manager.
Responsible for pricing policies in conjunction with the Mpumalanga Manager.
Ensure that adequate and appropriate manpower resources, equipment and tools are available for total operational efficiency.
Effectively manage and continuously improve the quality management system, and the implementation of any certifications and accreditation systems within the business lines.
Control accounts receivable and DSO for the Londani Laboratory Operations.
Responsible for fleet management.
Responsible for the effective implementation of SGS QHSE systems, as well as client specific safety standards (e.g. ISO 17025 & NOSA).
Ensure liaison and technical support to all present and potential clients.
Assist the Mpumalanga Manager with complaints and claim resolution.
Assist the Mpumalanga Manager with technical and sales support as well as proposal co-ordination.
Keep abreast of new trends, current development and relevant research.
Attend all meetings as per client requirements.
Perform any other reasonable task as assigned by direct line manager.
Conduct relevant monthly meetings with supervisors, support staff and employees.
Conduct monthly service level agreement performance meetings with clients.
Quarterly client satisfaction surveys to be done with all stake holders.
Qualifications
Degree/Diploma in Chemistry or Metallurgy.
TQMS qualification advantageous.
Additional Information
Minimum of 3 years managerial experience, preferably in a coal environment.
Coal sampling, sample preparation, analysis and coal beneficiation experience essential.
Budgets, cost control and evaluation of data and results.
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