Jobs at Multiform Human Development

Job Description

• We require assistance recruiting a Laboratory Manager / Quality Manager to take responsibility for laboratory operations, technical oversight, staff management and the quality management system.
• The successful candidate will oversee testing across seed, plant, feed, food, molecular, GMO, chemical and food-safety applications within the laboratory’s approved scope. This is a hands-on management role requiring practical laboratory testing, data analysis and interpretation alongside leadership and quality management responsibilities.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and manage daily laboratory operations, workloads and resources to meet agreed turnaround times.
• Supervise, develop and assess laboratory staff, ensuring personnel are competent and authorised for assigned activities.
• Personally perform assigned laboratory testing and interpret data within documented competence and technical authority.
• Oversee technical review and authorised release of results, ensuring failed controls, unusual results and non-conforming work are investigated before release.
• Maintain and improve the quality management system in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025, ISTA, DALRRD and other applicable requirements.
• Coordinate internal audits, accreditation assessments, management reviews, proficiency testing and corrective actions.
• Maintain effective document control, sample traceability and accurate laboratory records.
• Manage equipment calibration and maintenance, facilities, stock, suppliers and laboratory expenditure.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory health and safety procedures, data integrity standards, confidentiality and POPIA requirements.
• Manage customer enquiries and complaints, monitor performance and report significant risks and improvement priorities to senior management.

Candidate profile

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Strong technical knowledge of laboratory methods, method verification or validation, quality control, data interpretation and result review.
• Working knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 and ISTA requirements applicable to the laboratory’s scope.
• Practical laboratory competence and the ability to remain actively involved in bench work.
• Strong leadership skills, including work allocation, coaching, competence assessment and performance management.
• The ability to investigate non-conformances, establish root causes and implement effective corrective actions.
• Strong planning, organisational and problem-solving skills, with consistently high standards of documentation.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to engage professionally with employees, customers, auditors and senior management.
• Sound understanding of laboratory safety, data integrity, confidentiality and secure release of results.
• Commercial awareness, including budget, stock and turnaround-time management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, laboratory information systems and routine performance reporting.
• High personal integrity, sound judgement and a commitment to impartial technical decisions and transparent reporting.

Qualifications

• MSc/PhD with minimum 4 years' relevant experience in an ISO17025 accredited laboratory.

 Closing Date 30 September 2026

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Job Description

• A leading contract mining and mining services company operating across multiple sites in South Africa, is seeking to appoint a Junior Diesel Mechanic, to perform preventative maintenance, servicing, fault finding and repairs on diesel-powered vehicles, machinery and equipment to ensure safe, reliable and efficient operation.
• This is an entry level role. The Junior Diesel Mechanic will work under the guidance of experienced artisans and supervisors while progressively developing the technical knowledge, practical experience and equipment-specific competence required to perform maintenance and repairs independently.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Qualified Diesel Mechanic with a recognised Trade Test / Red Seal Trade Certificate.
• Relevant Diesel Mechanic qualification (NQF Level 4 or equivalent recognised trade qualification).
• 0–2 years’ post-trade experience as a Diesel Mechanic.
• Valid South African driver’s licence.
• Basic knowledge of diesel engines, mechanical systems, hydraulics and electrical systems.
• Medically fit to work in a mining / operational environment, where applicable.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Performing scheduled and preventative maintenance on diesel-powered vehicles, machinery and equipment.
• Conducting routine inspections and identify defects, wear and potential equipment failures.
• Performing oil, filter, fluid and component changes in accordance with maintenance schedules and OEM requirements.
• Assisting with planned maintenance and equipment shutdown activities.
• Diagnosing and assisting in identifying mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and basic electrical faults.
• Repairing or replacing defective and worn components.
• Dismantling, inspecting, repairing and reassembling diesel engines and related components.
• Assisting with repairs to transmissions, braking systems, steering, suspension, fuel systems and other mechanical systems.
• Conducting functional testing following repairs to confirm that equipment is safe and operational.
• Reporting recurring equipment defects and breakdown trends to the responsible supervisor.
• Using tools, diagnostic equipment and workshop machinery correctly and safely.
• Maintaining tools and equipment in good working condition.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised workplace.
• Reporting damaged, defective or missing tools and equipment.

Closing Date 09 October 2026