Lab Manager - Coal

The incumbent will be responsible for the overall management of my client’s coal laboratory operations including financial and budget management.

Responsibilities:
•In conjunction with programs and standards set up by the Business Manager, is responsible for the operational activity of the laboratory
• Optimise utilisation of the laboratory to ensure quality according to clients requirements
• Manage laboratory resources (people, IT, software and hardware and training) in an efficient and sustainable manner
• Continuously optimize laboratory processes and ensure required quality standards
• Ensure health & safety procedures are adopted and communicated to all laboratory employees
• Manage customer complaints and claims
• Modify services on demand and develop new lab products and services
• Minimize costs without compromising service delivery and quality
• Obtain appropriate laboratory accreditations to assist in market coverage and development
• Lead, coach and develop the operating team in the laboratory
• Development, modification and implementation of new and existing testing methods

Requirements
• BSC Chemistry or equivalent
• 3 – 5 years management experience in a coal laboratory environment
• Clear understanding of Financial Management and Budget Management methods
• Excellent organisation and communication skills required

To apply, please send your CV in word format to graham@camining.com quoting the reference number GM351

This position is only open to South African citizens

Unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted

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