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Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

Senior Site Laboratory Manager

Architecture & Civil EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeDurban, South AfricaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Grade 12 and a Civil, Geotechnical, or National Diploma qualification.
  • 10 years of relevant experience.
  • A valid driver's license.
  • SANAS certificates in laboratory systems and internal auditing.
  • Competence and qualification to perform all tests (TMH 1 and SANS) across laboratory divisions, including soils, asphalt, seals, concrete, and aggregate.
  • Competence and qualification in quality laboratory control and implementation.
  • Competence and qualification to supervise and execute all field work.
  • Familiarity with COLTO.
  • Knowledge of health and safety.

Responsibilities

  • Manage laboratory production planning on site and meet deadlines.
  • Liaise with clients and the relevant regional manager.
  • Ensure reports are correct before signing and distribution.
  • Implement quality control systems and health and safety regulations in and around the laboratory.
  • Manage a multidisciplinary site laboratory covering soils, concrete, asphalt, seals, and aggregates.
  • Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
  • Assist technicians with jobs on site or in the laboratory as instructed by the authorized site supervisor or laboratory manager.
  • Perform other reasonable tasks assigned by the authorized site supervisor or laboratory manager and regional manager.
  • Follow SGS policies and procedures on site, including payroll, leave, and disciplinary procedures.
  • Provide training for staff as training needs are identified.
  • Ensure all mandatory SGS training is completed as required.
  • Send timesheets, claim forms, and payroll instructions to the relevant departments on time.

About the Company

Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

SGS provides testing, inspection, and certification services to help clients meet regulations, ensure quality and safety, and gain market access. It runs laboratory testing, on-site inspections, and certification against standards, often with training and consulting, across a wide range of industries. The services rely on a global network of laboratories and offices that deliver localized solutions with global expertise. What sets SGS apart is its large global footprint and its emphasis on quality, integrity, risk mitigation, and sustainability, enabling it to serve a diverse set of customers from small businesses to multinationals. The company's goal is to help customers comply with regulations, improve product quality and safety, reduce risk, and boost productivity across markets.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Geneva, Switzerland
Founded
1878

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