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Job Description

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• Perform routine analytical techniques related to the established Fire Assay procedures.

RESPONISIBILITIES

• Perform the (weighing, fluxing, fusion, cupelling and dissolution of prills) exactly as per relevant Competence Modules set (Weighing in Geochem Fire Assay, Fluxing in Geochem Fire Assay, Fusion, Cupellation, Digestion of Ag and Pd prills)
• Punctuality at all times.
• Ensure customer requirements are achieved with regard to the turnaround time commitments. Report daily production figures to Team Leader/Supervisor, and also bona fide explanations for targets not met.
• Assist in the investigation of any irregularities/non conformances within the Fire Assay process including the Improvement Requests and Client’s Complaints.
• Follow Team Leaders/Supervisors clear detailed instructions and demonstrate flexibility in executing the duties.
• Perform housekeeping to ensure that the work areas and surrounding environment is kept clean at all times.
• Comply and conform to the QHSE policy of the company.
• Must have the basic understanding of the LIMS system.
• Must comply and conform to the Quality Management System (ISO17025 and SANAS).
• Assist with the profiling of jobs scheduled for the day, night & weekend shifts.
• Assist with the maintenance of the laboratory instruments and apparatus.
• Must be willing to work overtime/flexible hours when necessary.
• Assist in the co-ordination and supervising of the production team.
• Assist in the completion of Production report.
• Assist in ensuring that required stock levels for Fire Assay are maintained.
• Assist in the monthly stock counts within the department.
• Standing in for Team Leader during his absence when required due to meetings, trainings, sick leave & annual leave.
• Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
• Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager.

SPECIFIC AUTHORITIES

• Cease the use of any equipment that may be deemed to constitute a safety hazard or enter hazardous environments without the necessary knowledge and protection and report the situation to higher authority to take action.
• Cease to carry on with work that may affect the quality (integrity) of services and report the situation to higher authority to take action.
• Initiate a formal improvement request when a deviation of the system occurs, possible improvements are identified or when nonconformity is identified.
• Report any faulty and/or nonfunctioning apparatus or equipment to the Team Leader/Supervisor.
• Observe, log and report any anomalies and or deviations from process/protocols/procedures/work instructions, during analysis activities, to the Team Leader/Supervisor.
• Ensure that proper procedures are followed quality results are reported.
• Report EHS incidents/accidents and near misses to the Team leader/Supervisor
• Assist with training of new employees where required
• Ensure good housekeeping practices are maintained in work areas at all times.

Qualifications

Education

• Matric with Mathematics and Science.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years in the relevant discipline.

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Job Description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• To manage all production, quality, SHE and staff related issues within the Geochemistry Fire Assay and Sample Preparation sections. To ensure the optimal operation of these sections by adding technical and managerial support.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the day-to-day management, planning, coordination and operation of the Geochem Fire Assay department and sample Preparation.
• Responsible for planning, reviewing and monitoring of capital, revenue and expense budgeting.
• Maintain appropriate shift structures and shift rosters to address workload and throughput as per sectional capacity targets and client commitments.
• Maintain, monitor, procure and manage appropriate stock levels within budgetary constraints and workload requirements.
• Responsible for sample routing, formulating changes, improving workflow and maximum utilization of resources in the departments.
• Coordinate Method Development and Method Validation.
• Responsible for effective and appropriate use of equipment and facilities including breakdowns, maintenance, repairs and servicing according to internal schedules.
• Responsible for development, effective utilization and supervision of human resources within the department, including training, recruitment and disciplinary issues.
• Keeping abreast of new trends and current development in Analytical Science.
• Attending client meetings, liaising with clients when required.
• Assisting with results evaluation and validation.
• Ensuring that bowl weights are reported on a weekly basis to the Quality Manager by Sample prep supervisor.
• Determine, manage and drive initiatives to implement and monitor accreditation requirements as per SGS and ISO17025 requirements.
• Responsible for Health and Safety within the Geochem Fire Assay and sample prep departments.
• Ensuring that company policies are adhered to by all staff and communicating any changes of these policies to the staff.
• Complying and conforming to the QHSE policy of the company.
• Must be fully acquainted with the LIMS system.
• Must comply and conform to the Quality Management System (ISO17025 and SANAS).
• Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
• Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager.

COMPLIANCE & AUTHORITY 

• Authorise re-assays of nonconforming results.
• Authorise and sign-off competency of staff.
• Authorise and sign-off documents for use within department.
• Discipline errant employees.
• Authorise and validate new analytical methods and calibration standards for use.
• Authorise procurement of stock, consumables, chemicals and standards and maintain minimum stock levels within the department.
• Authorise and manage leave.
• Authorise and manage overtime and shift rosters.
• Any person has the right to refuse to perform work that may damage the environment in an imminent and serious way and to report such a situation.  The employee has the responsibility to protect the environment as well.
• Cease the use of any equipment that may be deemed to constitute a safety hazard or enter hazardous environments without the necessary knowledge and protection.
• Cease to carry on with work that may affect the quality (integrity) of services and report the situation to higher authority to act.
• Initiate a formal improvement request when a deviation of the system occurs, possible improvements are identified or when nonconformity is identified.

Qualifications

Education

• Matric (Grade 12) – with Mathematics and Science as subjects
• B.Sc, BTech or National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a relevant field.
• Solid Management/Senior Supervisory experience.
• Validating and reporting results.
• Solid Fire Assay technical knowledge and experience.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Good planning, co- ordination and management skills.
• Good team management and motivation skills.
• Strong and assertive leadership skills, while maintaining good staff relationships.
• Outstanding Attention to detail
• Double checks the accuracy of information and work product.
• Expresses concern that things be done right, thoroughly or precisely.
• Effective planning and organization
• Anticipates obstacles realistically when planning. Keeps clear, detailed records of own or other’s activities related to the accomplishment of stated objectives.  Determines priorities and allocates time and resources effectively.
• Effective computer skills
• Comprehension of systems function and utilization thereof.
• Concern for order and quality
• Reflects an underlying drive to reduce uncertainty in the surrounding environment.  It is expressed in such forms as monitoring and checking work or information, insisting on clarity of roles and functions, etc.
• Flexibility