Key Responsibilities
Ensure adherence to HSEQ standards and relevant statutory requirements by enforcing their application.
Compile and circulate monthly HSSEQ indicators.
Organise and lead the emergency crew team effectively.
Ensure prompt recording and resolution of customer complaints at the laboratory.
Ensure samples are analysed and reported within 48 hours.
Maintain high customer service standards at the laboratory through quick response to customer requests.
Develop and implement a laboratory process improvement every quarter.
Follow up purchase requisitions to ensure timely generation of local purchase orders.
Participate in internal and external laboratory audits.
Ensure all laboratory systems are kept in a safe, efficient and serviceable state by maintaining an active inventory, preventive maintenance schedule and prompt repairs system.
Ensure effective and efficient document and records control in laboratory activities by
Documenting transactions, linking records to the central database, maintaining a document inventory and register, and enabling retention, retrieval and archiving of laboratory information.
Ensure availability, accountability and loss control of laboratory consumables by checking and Optimising stock levels, checking stock movements and preparing reorder schedules for procurement.
Prepare and submit monthly laboratory invoicing
Manage laboratory activity in an environment where samples may be received irregularly and sometimes with spillages.
Requirements
Bachelor of Science in Analytical Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry, or equivalent from a recognized university.
Three years hands-on experience in a busy processing plant or laboratory is desirable, with emphasis on analytical skills and safety practices.
Conversant with application of computer packages in data processing, analysis and reporting.
Familiar with laboratory quality management.
Team player, flexible and able to work under minimum supervision.
Strong laboratory analysis and quality management skills.
Customer service orientation and responsiveness.
HSEQ and statutory compliance mindset.
Document and records management discipline.
Planning, organization and follow-up skills.
Inventory and consumables control capability.
Audit readiness and process improvement mindset.
Teamwork, flexibility and ability to work with minimum supervision.
Stakeholder coordination and communication skills.