Principal Chemist at Rand Refinery

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.