SHEQ Coordinator Lab
Samancor · South Africa - North West
Posted 5 August 2026
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Start free — we apply for you →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