Operator

OPERATOR

GEOCHEMISTRY

Randfontein, Gauteng

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 93,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

The Geochemistry business provides analytical services to all aspects of the minerals industry, including Exploration support, Laboratory analysis, Commercial Transaction Support, Environmental Analysis and Industry Standard Practices and Quality.

SGS is looking for an Operator who will be responsible to perform routine analytical techniques related to the established Sample Preparation and Fire Assay procedures timeously.

The ideal candidate for this position will be a person who has knowledge and experience of measurement, preparation, fluxing and fusing of samples in an analytical laboratory.

Primary Job Responsibilities

Reporting to the Section Manager, you in the role, are expected to:

• Preparation of samples for specific tests using the correct procedures and / or methods.
• Main work will consist of sample crushing, screening, milling, weighing, fluxing and fusions.
• Analysis of samples for specific tests using the correct application programs.
• Assist with the maintenance and verification of instruments and apparatus.
• Must have workable knowledge to calibrate and perform minor maintenance of laboratory Equipment
• Tracking and collection of samples.
• Deliver samples with their Job card to the laboratory for analysis.
• Ensure that turnaround time is adhered to, for work specified in regard to general analysis.
• Assist with filing Productivity documents at the end of each shift.
• Assist with recording and filing of all equipment records for Quality purposes.
• Sample disposal.
• Record any day-to-day repairs, maintenance, calibration and verification of instruments performed.
• To ensure that correct consumables and chemicals are used for analysis.
• Assist with changing of gas cylinders.
• Cleaning of the laboratory and immediate working area, including floors and equipment.
• Ensure that quality procedures are complied with.
• Ensure compliance with the Laboratory, company and mine Health and Safety programs.
• Perform duties on all relevant workstations as required by the shift workload.
• Wait for the arrival of his / her relief at the end of the shift, to ensure smooth shift take over.
• Shift take over will only take place in the Laboratory building.

Qualification and Experience

• Minimum Grade 12 / Matric or N3 with Mathematics and Science as subjects and/or proven years of laboratory, knowledge, skills and experience sufficient to be recognized as a qualification through Recognition of Prior Learning
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an analytical chemistry laboratory
• Knowledge of measurement, preparation, fluxing and fusing of samples would be an advantage.
• Must be willing to work overtime whenever necessary (at least two weekends per month).
• Must be flexible and willing to work shifts
• Punctuality
• Integrity
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Full knowledge and experience of Sample preparation and Fire Assay procedures
• Basic knowledge of entering data on the SLIMS
• Speak, write and understand English

Remuneration:

Full time permanent position with competitive salary, training and development, internal promotions, travel and responsibilities and an interesting global working environment.  SGS also offers a highly competitive and attractive benefits package.

Note:

All appoints are made inline with our employment equity plan.

Should you have not heard from us within 2 weeks please accept your application as unsuccessful.