Bloemfontein: Assistant Site Laboratory Manager posted by Mirna Butler Recruitment

Are you a technically competent and driven laboratory professional looking to grow into a leadership role?
Join a well-established civil engineering and materials testing services provider as an Assistant Site Laboratory Manager, where you will support site laboratory operations across multiple divisions including soils, concrete, asphalt, seals and aggregates. If you are quality-focused, organized, and eager to build advanced technical and supervisory experience, we want to hear from you!

Minimum requirements:

Grade 12 and 7 years relevant experience; OR
NQF4 and 7 years relevant experience; OR
An additional 2 years relevant experience for each year of schooling below Grade 12
Proven experience within a civil materials testing laboratory (Soils, Concrete, Asphalt, Seals and Aggregates)
Competent in performing and verifying laboratory tests and full calculations
Working knowledge of COTO specifications and testing procedures
Knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory systems (advantageous)
Knowledge of Health and Safety procedures
Ability to supervise and guide laboratory staff when required

Required skills:

Strong technical competency in materials testing
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Good leadership and supervisory ability
Strong organizational and coordination skills
Analytical and problem-solving mindset
Ability to work under pressure and meet strict project deadlines
Good communication and reporting skills
Quality control and compliance driven
Ability to support implementation of laboratory systems

Key responsibilities:

Assist the Site Laboratory Manager with daily laboratory operations
Supervise and guide testing staff on site
Ensure prescribed test methods are strictly followed
Perform and verify laboratory calculations and test results
Monitor sampling and testing schedules
Assist with implementation and maintenance of the quality management system
Ensure proper data capturing, record keeping and reporting
Support equipment maintenance, servicing and calibration tracking
Assist in managing laboratory facilities and ensuring compliance with OHS requirements
Liaise with quality assurance personnel regarding system or testing concerns

Remuneration:

R28 000 R45 000 per month (depending on experience)

IMPORTANT:

Applications close 30 April 2026
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Only candidates who meet all minimum requirements will be contacted