Regional Operations Manager – Mineral Labs

As Operations Manager you will take full control of Laboratory Operations across the African region with particular focus on Succession Planning, Business Growth, Client Management and QA/QC of all labs in the region.

Responsibilities
• Ensure that the quality of analytical data produced is maintained at a level that meets or exceeds divisional targets
• Ensure that laboratory equipment is of the standard required to meet or exceed targets
• Assessing the results of QA / QC audits and implement improvements as required
• Ensuring the laboratories are suitably equipped and staffed, and using approved methodologies to provide a quality service to the clients
• Continually assess the laboratories to increase productivity and efficiency through equipment upgrading, method enhancements, or implementation of new technology
• Preparing, in consultation with the African laboratory managers, the annual operating budget and ensuring that staff have the resources and ability to meet the targets set in that budget
• Other duties related to the successful operation and administration of the Laboratories

Requirements
• Minimum 5-10 years experience in Laboratory processes, management, business development or customer services. A background in either the mineral or environmental analytical markets is highly desirable
• A bachelor level tertiary qualification in Science, Engineering, Geology or extensive BD experience in a related field. Preference will be given to applicants with Post-graduate qualifications in Chemical Sciences/Management
• Experience in managing small to large sized teams made up of technical and administrative staff

To apply, please send your CV in word format to graham@caglobalint.com quoting the reference number GM319

This position is only open to South African citizens

Unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted

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