SGS

Geomet-Operator

SGS  •  Randfontein, ZA (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing, and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 97,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist senior staff with the execution of test work.

Follow written instructions.

Correctly fill in log sheets.

Responsible for ensuring turnaround time is adhered to for work specified regarding the Geomet department.

Responsible for carrying out the following work unsupervised:

  • Crushing
  • Milling
  • Screening
  • Particle Size Determination
  • Cyanide Leaching (bulk cyanide additions)
  • Titrations – free cyanide and residual
  • Filtering
  • Preparation of samples for analytical submissions.

Ensure that all the above work is done correctly to avoid contamination, sample loss, and sample swaps.

Ensure that all equipment is clean prior to and after a test.

Responsible for ensuring that the housekeeping for the laboratories and pilot plant area is kept up to standard.

Must be able to work in other areas of the Geochem laboratory if required to do so.

Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.

Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by the direct line manager.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

B.Sc, BTech, or National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry.

Experience

Minimum of 5 years in the relevant field.

Solid Management/Senior Supervisory experience.

Validating and reporting results.

Solid Fire Assay technical knowledge.

Competencies

Good planning, coordination, and management skills.

Good team management and motivation skills

Strong, assertive leadership skills while maintaining good staff relationships.

Additional Information

COMPLIANCE & AUTHORITY

  • Cease the use of any equipment that may be deemed to constitute a safety hazard or entry to hazardous environments without the necessary knowledge and protection, and take action to address the hazard.
  • Cease to carry on with work that may affect the quality (integrity) of services and take action to address the issue.
  • Initiate a formal improvement request when a deviation of the system occurs, possible improvements are identified, or when nonconformity is identified.
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About SGS

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.

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Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Baar, CH
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
sgs.com
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