SHEQ Coordinator Lab

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• To coordinate the team's analytical testing on Raw Materials, Production Samples, Final Products and water in a safe manner

BALANCED SCORECARD PILLARS, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

• Identify and assess level of continuous risk exposures in area of responsibility by considering exposures to business, financial, legal issues, people, equipment, material, environment, processes, etc.
• Consider the level of risk, apply mitigation and implement control measures for residual risk (set objectives, minimum requirements, etc.)
• Comply with SHEQ requirements (SHEQ Toolbox)
• Utilise the Integrated Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ status

CUSTOMERS

• Maintain and improve relationships with key stakeholders
• Interact with customer and familiarise with operational concerns/trends
• Ensure Customer Satisfaction as specified

BUSINESS PROCESSES

• Ensuring all samples are prepared according to the required techniques and standards and preparing a range of samples when required
• Oversee equipment first line maintenance on shift
• The calibration and preparation of the specific laboratory equipment required to do the various chemical analysis
• Evaluating the acceptability of calibration and verification of equipment
• Stock control of consumable items and equipment spares
• Participation in method validation of analytical methods
• The use of specific chemical analysis techniques, methods and equipment to measure and determine the chemical components of all samples
• Control of all Laboratory activities during shift and responding appropriately to problems, emergencies, requests and incidents
• Prepare, Analyse and Report on all samples on all equipment
• Ensure that all data that need to be transferred on LIMS is correctly entered on LIMS
• Monitor product specification and trends
• Update and approve results on LIMS
• Replenishes consumable used
• Logging of quality control standards on LIMS and report results within their limits(SPC limits)
• Ensure back-ups are done on instruments as per SOP
• Record and report all laboratory operational non-conformances
• Ensure all equipment checklists are completed during shift
• Ensure that the turn-around-time for the shift is adhered to for all analyses
• Liaison with operational departments per shift on abnormalities or urgent analyses
• Complete shift reports
• Conduct green room meetings
• Carry legal appointment for technical signatory
• Participate in round robin analysis

SHAREHOLDER VALUE

• Reduce wastage of both chemicals and consumables
• Lean projects

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Safety Awareness
• Initiative
• Managing Work
• Results Orientation
• Customer Focus
• Operational Problem solving and decision making
• Work Standards
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Communication
• Adaptability
• Contributing to Team Success
• Adhering to Values

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES:

Systems:

• Computer literate – Microsoft Office
• Samancor systems: IMS, EBMS, Chromedoc, LIMS, COUPA, MES

Job Skills:

• Method validation and uncertainty measurement
• Basic statistics and report writing skills

Knowledge:

• Demonstrate and apply an understanding of ISO 17025 requirements

• ICAM and RCFA Methodology

• Degree / National Diploma in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry or N4 certificate for internal candidates

• 3 years relevant Analytical Laboratory experience

Additional certificates:

• ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory standards training

Closing Date: 20 August 2026