Mineralogist at SGS

Randfontein, Gauteng, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Control, Sample Preparation, Quality Control, Data Acquisition, Data Processing, Report Writing, Planning, Result Evaluation, Interpretation, Staff Management, Training, XRD, QEMSCAN, Optical Microscopes, Client Liaison, Safety Adherence

Industry

Professional Services

Description

Company Description 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. Job Description PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES To perform the role of mineralogist within the division. The responsibilities and authorities of the mineralogist in mineralogy in relation to post requirements of managerial, technical and key support personnel are outlined. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES Control all activities related to an assigned project, including coordination of sample preparation and associated staff, QC/QA of samples prepared, data acquisition using available mineralogical equipment and QC/QA of the data, liaison with all other departments, divisions and subcontractors involved. Preparation of proposals to achieve the client’s objectives. Data processing/control, reporting of test work according to company guidelines, with minimal input from the line manager and report writing. Creating the context for the work within which certain objectives need to be achieved implies the planning and structuring of task achievements over a period that ranges from 1 week to 3 months. Evaluation of results and interpretation. Management, training and direction of technical support staff in quality, test work methodology, safety and time management. Meet company targets with respect to turnover and quality. Assist with the planning, set-up, commissioning and operation of mineralogical instruments, such as XRD, QEMSCAN and optical microscopes. Formatting, editing and setting up of forms required to record test work results and data. Responsible for the effective and appropriate use of equipment, facilities and good housekeeping. Liaise with the client at the proposal writing phase, preliminary reporting and final handover of project results. Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system. Perform any other reasonable task as assigned by the direct line manager. COMPLIANCE & AUTHORITY Production Quality management system Health and safety Cease the use of any equipment that may be deemed to constitute a safety hazard or enter hazardous environments without the necessary knowledge and protection, and report the situation to a higher authority to take action. Cease to continue with work that may affect the quality (integrity) of services and report the situation to a higher authority to take action. Initiate a formal improvement request when a deviation of the system occurs, possible improvements are identified or when nonconformity is identified. Qualifications PROFILE B.Sc Hons. in Geology/Metallurgy REQUIRED SKILLS Exceptionally good analytical and report-writing skills Effective communication and people skills Project Management Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Responsibilities

The mineralogist will control all project-related activities, including sample preparation coordination, quality assurance of samples and data, and report writing with minimal managerial input. Responsibilities also include managing, training, and directing technical support staff on quality, methodology, safety, and time management.