Job Vacancies at Bureau Veritas Group

The IT Field Services is responsible for IS/IT support and oversight thereof for all BV locations in South Africa or as required.

Minimum Requirements:

• SCCM / Microsoft Intune
• LAN/WAN (understanding of VLAN's) Wireless networking
• MCP/MCSE MCSA A+ N+
• 2 - 5 years’ experience in a similar role as listed below
• Working towards a tertiary qualification in management

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the process for helpdesk and on-site client support
• Manage the process for PC hardware installation and troubleshooting
• Manage the process for PC software installation and troubleshooting
• Manage the process for Network troubleshooting
• Duties will also include 1st/2nd and 3rd line support, troubleshooting, administration and configuration.
• Required to be on standby and to travel to satellite locations for immediate support
• Assist with training of new staff members.
• Follow up service and repairs with external suppliers.
• Knowledge transfer within the teams.
• Compliance of all devices in close connection with IT compliance Lead.
• Equipment delivery to users.

Manage external Field Service providers

Key Behaviour

• Ethics
• Commitment
• Communication
• Positivity
• Change ability
• Stress tolerance
• Accountability

Key Skills

• Service Orientated
• Networking, (DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP)
• Compliance topics (imaging / Cyber Security)
• Knowledge of Active Directory (User creation, Group Policies)
• Good knowledge of servers and networking infrastructure is required
• Virtualization knowledge (VMWare)
• Antivirus / EDR Tools
• Active Directory

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• M&L Laboratory services is looking for a Laboratory Supervisor for the Pharmaceutical depart. This position is based in Ormonde, Johannesburg South and reporting to the Pharmaceutical Business Lead.

Minimum Requirements and Skills

• A degree or Diploma in Analytical Chemistry.
• Minimum 5 year Laboratory experience.
• Must be familiar with HPLC instrument.

Job Specification

Main Responsibilities:

• To be fully aware of the policies and practices of the company as specified in the current Quality Management Manuals.
• To ensure that the department performs all its tests timeously and accurately.
• To ensure that all products are tested and analysed in accordance with instructions, international and/or client prescribed methods.
• To maintain a healthy and safe working environment including good housekeeping and proper waste disposal.
• To ensure adherence to the Company PPE Policy (wear and use protective clothing and safety items issued). 
• To ensure the smooth operation of the laboratory on a daily basis.
• To conduct housekeeping inspections of premises.
• To interpret the results as necessary and offer corrective action.
• Co-ordinate relevant proficiency testing schemes.
• Attend meetings on and off site.
• To initiate and supervise the testing of various products for evaluation, and ensure continuous monitoring of GLP.
• To conduct out of specification (OOS), C.A.R.S, investigations.
• To conduct quality control tests on laboratory equipment.
• To ensure that instruments are calibrated and maintained according to requirements and Annual Programmes and that record thereof are kept up to date.
• Ensure to meet/monitor the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025, MCC, WHO, PIC’s and GLP in applicable areas.
• To ensure Training Sessions are attended and performed according to Training Schedules.
• Must know methods to be able to assess method performance of staff
• Must be knowledgeable and competent in calculation checking.
• Must be knowledgeable and competent to check calibrations, certificates plus reports.
• Must be able to interpret analytical proficiency data results.
• To maintain the confidentiality of all customer information.

Key Behaviours/Competencies

• Ethics
• Time and priority management
• Reliability
• Initiative
• Dedication
• Assertiveness
• Urgency
• Change ability
• Commitment
• Communication

Key Skills

• To submit all results obtained during any work performed to the Operational Manager/Pharmaceutical business lead.
• To submit in writing requisitions for any necessary chemicals or glassware required.
• To arrange with customers for the supply of products for testing and analysis.
• To deputise for the Operational Manager as and when required to do so.
• Supervisor all laboratory tasks.

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Organise, or participate in organisation of the audit:

• Carry out review of documentation
• Logistic preparations for the audit
• Obtain client approval for the audit programme
• Identify and plan the necessary resources for the audit
• Management of the auditors in the audit team

Carry out audit by:

• Lead the opening meeting
• Carry out individual interviews as identified with the client
• Prepare the conclusions for the report
• Lead the closing meeting at the end of the audit
• Assess client compliance in order to issue or maintain certification
• Ensure timely production of good quality reports (including expenses claims)

Follow-up of actions to be done after the audit:

• Agree the non-conformities with the client
• Review the corrective actions proposed by the client
• Accept and sign off the corrective actions
• Submit the paperwork to the relevant local office
• Issue audit report and time-expenses report timely
• Maintain training log
• Ensures the follow-up of certification
• Follow-up audits in accordance with the terms of the contract
• Contribute to the sharing of knowledge
• Deliver external training
• Remain abreast of changes in the relevant areas, as well as developments in norms and regulations
• Maintain and share knowledge and skills Contribute to developing business providing leads

Knowledge, Key Skills & Experience

• Registered as a Lead Auditor with a Certification Body on ISO 27001 OR At least four years full time practical workplace experience in information technology, of which at least two years in a role or function relating to Information Security.
• Registered as a Lead Auditor with a Certification Body on 9001, 14001, 45001 or 5 years work SHEQ management experience – Advantageous
• Relevant Tertiary qualification (diploma/degree) – Must have
• Must hold a valid passport and be willing to travel
• Proactive , Energetic &  Positive attitude

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• Bureau Veritas Inspectorate Laboratories (Pty) Ltd is recruiting an Operations supervisor. The position is based in Durban and reporting to the Durban branch Operations manager.

Minimum Requirements and Skills

• Matric with mathematics passed
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in minerals /& coal sampling and sample preparation
• Driver’s license and actively driving
• Medically and physically able to work in an industrial environment
• Able to work independently
• Able to work well in a team
• Good decision-making skills
• Good leadership skills
• Good communication skills – verbally and written.
• Computer literate and proficient in MS Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Flexibility to travel nationally from time to time when needed.

Job Specification

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and arrange work teams and resources needed as per nominations.
• First line liaising with clients during work execution.
• Check all job instructions and updates before the start of shift and ensure implementation thereof.
• Ensuring staff are at correct working stations, understand their functions /duties and are following work instructions (WI) and standard operating procedures (SOP).
• Ensure equipment is functioning correctly and within valid calibration.
• Supervise staff in terms of correct technical execution of work, time keeping, ill-discipline etc. and report deviations to branch Operations manager.
• Use the Company Vehicle in a responsible manner, obeying speed limits and rules and report any problems with vehicle at the same time.
• Ensure that the operations are running smoothly without contamination, irregularities and delays - and notifying the branch manager immediately when any occur.
• To make sure that all the samples are marked clearly and correctly.
• Reporting on operations.
• Optimizing turnaround time for samples whilst ensuring the highest quality of results is achieved and maintained.
• Ensure inventory of consumables needed for operations.
• Follow all reasonable instructions given by Management of Bureau Veritas.

Key Behaviour

• Dedicated
• Ethical
• Good Clear Communication – verbal & written
• Positivity
• Change ability
• Stress tolerance
• Accountability

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Main Purpose of the Job

• The main purpose and goal will be to grow the revenue in the certification and training division by running training courses, either virtual, in house or public and by cross selling while adhering and managing all tasks related to this.

Responsibilities

• Achieve a minimum of R450 000 in training and certification sales per month
• Respond to client request within 24 hours for training and revert with a solution within 48 hours
• Search for Tenders and submit tenders for training/certification and support in the submission of tenders
• Prepare training calendar, Check with planning and assign a Tutor.
• Check and assist in preparing all training material, arrange training venue.
• Ensure training has been loaded on TRDB
• Follow up on training payment, Ensure Training Tracker is ALWAYS Updated, Manage the Printing of training Certificates once payment received
• Submit 18 Proposals Per Month
• Manage the Defects Pack
• Report weekly to the Sales Manager about revenue, potential training, obstacles
• Cold calling and reporting: Reports should be kept and submitted to the SM to monitor performance.
• Minimum 150 calls per week.
• Run enough classes per month to reach the budget and earn commission
• BUT at least one Lead Auditor Class
• Work on developing and running new courses
• Assist in promoting the RYB scheme to all BV and external clients
   

Accountabilities

• Oversee the training division and take ownership of its performance

Performance Measures (KPI’s)

• As per above

Knowledge, Key Skills & Experience

Key Behaviours/Competencies

• Customer focus (External & Internal)
• Builds trust and takes ownership
• Team Work and solidarity
• Initiative and Empowerment ownership
• On the Job Continuos improvement
• Personal commitment to job
• Responsiveness
• Active listening
• Work effectively across boundaries
• Shows interest in company's success

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Introduction

• Bureau Veritas is recruiting a HR Officer based in Morningside to provide HR support and administer general HR functions to the Operations.

Minimum Requirements and Skills

• A Diploma in HR or related
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience working experience. Operational experience in the HR/IR environment highly desirable.
• Experience in working in a, cross-cultural environment, highly preferred.
• Drivers license

Job Specification

• Recruitment · Communicate recruitment process from posting of vacancy to placement of candidate. · Provide administrative assistance with the recruitment process, setting up interviews for hiring manager and coordinating with head office HR. Send out CV’s to interviewers, along with interview questions. Sit in on interviews, to capture interview notes. Distribute notes to all interviews and follow up in terms of next steps in process etc. · Assist with the drafting of offer letters and presenting these to the hiring manager.
• New Hire On-boarding · Complete the new hire checklist for every new employee, ensuring that all details are handled and that the relevant departments (Payroll, IT, Finance etc.) are notified, as appropriate. · Ensure that all new hires receive their new hire/take-on packs either before (preferred) or on their first day of employment. · Ensure that all new hires complete their benefits forms and that these are submitted to Payroll and the service providers on time.
• Reporting · Assist in the preparation monthly HR reports. · Compile monthly HR/IR stats for the HR dashboard.
• HR Admin & HR Systems · Review all employee personnel files, conducting file audits, identifying missing information, requesting required documents, updating details. · Ensure that all HR policies and procedures are kept up-to-date and communicated to employees and managers. · Update the HR communication board with all necessary updates/information.
• HR query handling · Handle all HR admin queries relating to employee personnel details, general policy details, payroll queries etc. · Communicate and investigate payroll queries to head office Payroll function and provide feedback to employees. · Screen HR questions and provide feedback, after engagement with head office HR.
• Terminations · Ensure that all employees are terminated correctly, using the Exit checklist. · Set up exit interviews with employees.
• Hand over the termination packs to Payroll for processing.
• Other duties · Assist line managers in communicating key HR and operational messages to employees. · Maintain the notice boards, updating the information regularly. · Work with line managers and HR and IR Managers in addressing workplace issues and communication with employees. · Attend and participate in HR meetings and other meetings, as required. · Contribute to monthly and quarterly HR reports for HO reporting