East London: Laboratory Manager – Concrete posted by Abantu Staffing Solutions

Overview

This role broadly involves the development and implementation of a Quality / Laboratory Management System, laboratory assistance, and quality control management across multiple sites. The Quality Manager will ensure compliance with SANS standards and take responsibility for continuous process improvement and adherence to safety, quality, and documentation standards.

Non-Negotiable:

• SCT 24, SANS 1058, 1215, 927, 201 certifications

Minimum Requirements

• 7 years of field experience
• Laboratory testing knowledge is essential
• Grade 12 and Relevant training certificates and extensive industry experience are essential
• Driver’s licence and own vehicle
• Willing to travel within the Eastern Cape and stay over when necessary

Job Responsibilities

• Inspecting and testing concrete aggregates and completed products
• Documentation and record-keeping
• Communication and collaboration across departments and sites
• Process improvement and alignment
• Adherence to regulatory standards (especially SANS)
• Implementation of quality control plans
• Initiating and following up on corrective actions
• Managing 5 sites to ensure consistent monitoring of product quality
• Enforcing codes of regulations and company conduct

Key Competencies / Skills

• Knowledge of quality standards (especially SANS)
• Data analysis
• Use of technical tools for quality assurance
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Problem-solving and strong communication abilities
• Leadership, particularly across multiple sites
• Ability to document and align processes
• Maturity, motivation, and technical insight in laboratory settings
• Good decision-making under pressure
• Accountability for results and enforcement of corrective measures