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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.

SGS South Africa, Matrocast Division, is seeking to fill a key role in its Civil Engineering Sites Laboratories in the Western Cape Region. The role includes but are not limited to assisting the Supervisor/ Laboratory Manager with all tasks, whether it’s on site or in the commercial laboratory. To clean all equipment on a regular basis. To complete all preparation of materials to be tested in the laboratory division, including soils, asphalt, seals, concrete, aggregate with bench calculation as and when required for testing. The Senior Materials Tester will ensure that the laboratory is clean at all times and will carry out all work related instructions from the technicians/supervisors or authorized personnel.

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.

SGS South Africa, Matrocast Division, is seeking to fill a key role in its Civil Engineering Sites Laboratories in the Western Cape Region. The role includes but are not limited to assisting the Supervisor/ Laboratory Manager with all tasks, whether it’s on site or in the commercial laboratory. To clean all equipment on a regular basis. To complete all preparation of materials to be tested in the laboratory division, including soils, asphalt, seals, concrete, aggregate with bench calculation as and when required for testing. The Senior Materials Tester will ensure that the laboratory is clean at all times and will carry out all work related instructions from the technicians/supervisors or authorized personnel.

The ideal candidate for this position will be a person with integrity and good interpersonal skills and is able to command respect from those he/she deals with, whilst possessing enough energy and passion to maintain good staff relationships. A successful career in delivering performance against agreed strategic objectives and ultimately ensuring that all quality and testing methods are observed, and any deviation is reported without delay.

Job Description

• Senior Materials Tester is responsible to supervise and/or carry out and take responsibility of testing for all tests that the employee is deemed competent for strictly in accordance to prescribed methods.
• A Senior Materials Tester is responsible for cleaning up the site or workshop after task is completed or at the end of the day which every comes first, where the job was carried out and will make sure its free off all consumables used to perform the job (masking tape, tins).
• A Senior Materials Tester is responsible to adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
• A Senior Materials Tester is responsible to orally report any deviations, irregularities and non-conformances
• A Senior Materials Tester is responsible to perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by the authorized site supervisor/laboratory manager and regional manager.
• A Senior Materials Tester is responsible to perform all field and laboratory work including sampling, calculations and performing test methods accurately
• Complete timesheets accurately on a daily basis.
• Ensure discipline within his/her assigned department,
  
  

• Grade 12
• Knowledge, skills and experience sufficient to be recognized as a qualification through - Recognition of Prior Learning.
• Language: Proficiency in English (Read, write, speak
• Computer literacy in Word, Excel, Outlook
• Must be competent and comfortable with the SANS and THM 1 test methods.
  
  

• Sampling and preparation experience advantageous
• Administration experience will be Advantageous
• Fieldwork (densities, layer/stockpile sampling, manufacture and handle concrete cubes, DCP, Ring and Ball test (road surfaces), Sand Patch, On Site Viscosity tests, Sampling of Asphalt and Bitumen.
• Competent and qualified to do all tests in all laboratory divisions including soils, asphalt, seals, concrete / aggregate
• Do all calculations in full related to the tests mentioned above
• Control laboratory activities such as quality control under supervision.
• Physically able and willing to work with, move and pick up samples as and when required,

• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Contract

• Industries Retail Office Equipment, Consumer Services, and Oil and Gas

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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.

SGS South Africa, Matrocast Division, is seeking to fill a key role in its Civil Engineering Sites Laboratories in the Western Cape Region. The role includes assisting the Supervisor/Laboratory Manager with all tasks, both on site and in the laboratory. Responsibilities include equipment cleaning, preparation of materials such as soils, asphalt, seals, concrete, and aggregate for testing, including bench calculations. The Senior Materials Tester will ensure the laboratory remains clean and will execute work instructions from technicians, supervisors, or authorized personnel.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate integrity, good interpersonal skills, and the ability to command respect. They should possess energy and passion to maintain good staff relationships and have a track record of delivering performance against strategic objectives, ensuring quality and testing methods are followed, and reporting deviations promptly.

• Supervise and/or perform testing for all tests within their competence, strictly following prescribed methods.
• Ensure the site or workshop is cleaned after tasks, removing all consumables used.
• Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
• Report deviations, irregularities, and non-conformances orally.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the site supervisor, laboratory manager, or regional manager.
• Conduct field and laboratory work, including sampling, calculations, and testing accurately.
• Complete timesheets daily with accuracy.
• Maintain discipline within the assigned department.

• Grade 12
• Recognition of Prior Learning or equivalent experience and skills.
• Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Computer literacy in Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Competent with SANS and THM 1 test methods.

• Experience in sampling and preparation is advantageous.
• Administrative experience is advantageous.
• Experience with fieldwork such as density testing, sampling, concrete cube handling, DCP, Ring and Ball tests, Sand Patch, on-site viscosity tests, asphalt and bitumen sampling.
• Qualified to perform tests across all laboratory divisions including soils, asphalt, seals, concrete, and aggregate.
• Ability to perform related calculations.
• Ability to oversee laboratory quality control activities.
• Physically capable of handling samples and working in the field.

Requisition #

SC-L6.5

Job title

Category

Sciences

Contract type

Permanent (Employee)

Full Time

Cape Town - Century City, WC ZA (Primary)

Description

Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with more than 90 years’ experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities, and other stakeholders across Africa.

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people’s lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

Role Overview

The Zutari Ground Engineering Team is looking to appoint an Engineering Geologist with the knowledge and experience in detailed technical analysis of the ground conditions to join our established, industry leading team in Tshwane or Cape Town. This position will provide the successful incumbent with a broad range of project opportunities both locally and internationally. The Zutari Ground Engineering Team offers the opportunity to work across a broad range of projects ranging from Energy, Transport, Water, Built Environment, and Resources projects. This provides a good opportunity for developing a career across a broad spectrum of ground engineering solutions. The Engineering Geologist will join a strong cohort of Geotechnical Engineers and Engineering Geologists working closely together in developing solutions.

This role offers a great opportunity to further develop a professional career with a multi-disciplinary international engineering consultancy. We are committed to fostering a culture that empowers our people, promotes teamwork, and encourages sustainability with attractive remuneration packages.

As an engineering geologist, you will be responsible for geological input in projects and ensure these projects are delivered to the client’s requirements, complying with quality standards, and within the agreed programme and budget.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide a mix of technical delivery and project management but with a significant focus on problem-solving, analysis, and design.
• Liaise with other design disciplines to develop and maintain design coordination.
• Responsible for building and maintaining strong client relationships, both internally and externally.
• Ability to apply new knowledge and deliver and devise new approaches in industry in solving complex ground problems.
• Safety is our priority, the candidate must always adhere to all applicable health and safety standards and practices, on-site and in the office.
• Demonstrate some understanding and importance of compiling safety files before site investigations.
• Travel will be necessary from time to time to projects located in South Africa, other countries in Africa, and the Middle East, as well as other countries.

Qualifications Requirements

• BSc (Hons) degree in Engineering Geology, or equivalent.
• Registration as a Professional Scientist (Pr Sci Nat or equivalent) with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP), or proof the process is underway.
• A post-graduate qualification will be advantageous.
• Membership with the South African Institute for Engineering and Environmental Geologists (SAIEG) will be advantageous.

Experience Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years industry experience.
• Communication and report writing skills are required, along with the ability to work with clients to develop new and existing business opportunities.
• Good knowledge and experience record in delivering geological/geotechnical projects using applicable standards and principles.
• Experience in the application of relevant geological and geotechnical software packages (such as gINT, Leapfrog, Rockscience software, GIS, etc).
• Experience in geotechnical investigations including data gathering, site characterisation, formulating ground models, sampling, analysis of ground conditions and laboratory results, and report writing.
• Skill and experience in geological/geotechnical analysis and providing inputs into design.
• Demonstrate experience of working across multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Demonstrate commercial and project financial awareness, including the preparation of proposals and bid submissions.
• Experience in managing small projects will be advantageous.
• The ability to provide mentoring and technical guidance for younger graduate engineering geologists would be a recommendation.
• Proactive communication skills to work with colleagues and other design teams.
• Ability to communicate confidently and professionally with all levels of staff and clients.

Software Competency Requirements

• GiNT (Openground will be advantageous)
• Rockscience software (Dips, RocFall, RocTopple, RocPlane, Swedge etc.)
• Leapfrog (Advantageous)
• MS Office Suite

We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa.

Requisition #

ENG-L6.49

Job title

Senior Traffic & Transport Engineer

Category

Contract type

Permanent (Employee)

Full Time

Cape Town - Century City, WC ZA (Primary)

Description

Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with more than 90 years’ experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities, and other stakeholders across Africa.

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people’s lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

Zutari's Transport Unit’s Transport Planning Section in Cape Town is seeking an Engineer who specialises in Traffic & Transport Engineering to join our Transportation Planning section. This is a great opportunity in Cape Town for a Professional Engineer (or in the process of obtaining professional registration) looking to move to a dynamic transportation planning environment with a diverse palette of projects.

Role Responsibilities

• Working with and supporting a team of experienced and specialist Traffic and Transport Engineers.
• Technical management of transport engineering projects, which range from small traffic impact assessments through major public transport planning, implementation and operational management projects running over many years.
• Providing primary client liaison in respect of some projects.
• Participation in the administration of projects in line with company requirements.
• Lead or assist with compiling tenders for any Transport Planning/Traffic Engineering related opportunities.
• Contributing to the professional development of junior team members.
• BEng or BSc Engineering degree in a relevant Engineering discipline.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng. or equivalent) OR clear evidence of registration progress.
• A post-graduate qualification will be advantageous.
• A minimum of 5 years postgraduate experience with a broader interest in Transportation Planning.
• Demonstrated ability to independently lead projects in the traffic and transport engineering environment.
• Financial modelling and management experience will be advantageous.
• Ability to develop and enhance client relationships.
• Ability to work in a team environment across a diverse range of projects.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Valid South Africa driving license and willingness to travel, when required.

We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa.

Requisition #: ENG-L6.117

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer (Public Health & Fire) - Built Environment

Category: Contract type

Permanent (Employee)

Full Time

Location: Cape Town - Century City, WC ZA (Primary)
Tshwane - Pretoria, GP 0081 ZA

Description:

Zutari, Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with almost 90 years’ experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities, and other stakeholders across Africa and the Middle East.

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people’s lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ high performing talent with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done, and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and the broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

Role Responsibilities:

1. Manage full design aspects for Mechanical Services across a range of building services projects.
2. Analyse project requirements in the context of various codes and standards and develop conceptual designs through to a set of construction information.
3. Direct a small team to ensure compliant designs are delivered to agreed programmes.
4. Manage and coordinate interdisciplinary interfaces.
5. Develop scripts and add-ins to automate repetitive design aspects and/or to check various design compliance aspects (using e.g., Dynamo, Python).
6. Represent at client and professional meetings and be able to present work and engage in technical conversations.
7. Maintain accountability for resourcing, timeliness, quality, risk management, project financial performance, scope management and keeping the client informed on project progress.
8. Establish new client relationships and maintain existing client relationships.

Minimum Requirements:

1. BSc/BEng, or MSc/MEng in Mechanical Engineering.
2. Active professional registration with a certified engineering body.
3. Minimum of 5 to 8 years’ experience as a Mechanical (PH&F/Wet Fire) Engineer within the Built Environment. (International experience will be highly advantageous).
4. Minimum of 3 years’ experience managing multiple teams over multiple deliveries.
5. Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience mentoring and developing junior engineers.
6. Strong understanding of local, international codes and standards, preferably including those applicable to South Africa and the Middle East.
7. Strong technical view of building services, focusing mainly on Mechanical.
8. Strong proficiency in Revit would be an advantage.
9. Strong proficiency in fire and mechanical simulation software is highly advantageous.
10. Being confident, a team player, and approachable.

Diversity Statement:

We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa.

Requisition: ENG-L7.52

Job Title: Principal Civil Engineer – Stormwater Modelling and Water Sensitive Urban Design

Category: Permanent (Employee)

Contract Type: Full Time

Location: Cape Town - Century City, WC ZA

Description:

Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari (formerly known as Aurecon) is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with almost 90 years’ experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities and other stakeholders across Africa and the Middle East. We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people’s lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ high performing talent with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done, striving to do things better and who share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and the broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

Key Skills and Responsibilities:

• Technically competent in urban stormwater, flood risk assessments, hydraulic analysis and design, and implementation of urban water engineering solutions.
• Specific skills in urban flood modelling and analysis, open channel flow hydraulics, engineering design of flood protection and erosion control measures, stormwater design and master planning.
• Experience in and an appreciation of the importance of nature-based solutions towards improved flood resilience and adaptation.
• An understanding of Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD) as an engineering design approach which integrates various elements of the urban water cycle.
• Extensive experience in the use of appropriate hydrological and hydraulic modelling (1D and 2D) as well as geospatial analysis software.
• Exposure to other elements of the urban water cycle including water conservation and demand management, non-revenue water, stormwater harvesting, mitigation of climate change impacts and sustainability in an urban water environment.
• Aptitude to implement new digital technologies and tools particularly relating to urban water management, the monitoring of stormwater, flood early warning systems, and flood risk mapping.
• Strong project management skills including financial management, time management, people management and experience of Quality Management Systems (QMS) in a consulting environment.
• Excellent technical report-writing skills.
• Effective planning and time management.
• Working collaboratively within multidisciplinary and culturally diverse teams.
• Managing and mentoring junior staff.
• Experience in preparation of proposals, client engagement and winning work.
• Excellent presentation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong inter-personal and networking skills.
• Short-term project visits to African and Middle East countries might be required.
• BSc Eng / B Eng in a related engineering field.
• A minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience.
• Professional Engineer registration with ECSA.
• Excellent written and verbal proficiency in English.

Preference will be given to applicants who possess:

• Master’s degree in an appropriate field.
• Knowledge of information technology applications and hydro-informatics in stormwater modelling and flood risk management.

We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa.

Requisition #

ENG-L6.134

Job title

Senior Civil Engineer/Technologist | Bulk Water Conveyance

Category

Contract type

Permanent (Employee)

Full Time

Cape Town - Century City, WC ZA (Primary)

Description

Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with almost 90 years’ experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities and other stakeholders across Africa and the Middle East.

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people’s lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ high performing talent with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and the broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

About the role:

We are looking for a Professionally Registered Civil Engineer or Technologist with experience in civil engineering projects with an emphasis on bulk water conveyance (bulk water pipelines, pump stations, reservoirs, and associated infrastructure) to join our industry-leading Water team in Cape Town.

Role Responsibilities

Project Management of bulk water conveyance related projects.

Perform complex engineering designs, calculations, and analysis of bulk water pipelines, pump stations, reservoirs, and associated infrastructure across the full lifecycle of the project, i.e., planning, design and implementation which includes construction and completion.

Conduct hydraulic modeling and simulations using industry accepted tools such EPANET, InfoWater, or WaterGEMS.

Co-ordinate and integrate the design with other engineering disciplines (i.e., structural, fire, mechanical and electrical), development of 3D models, technical drawings and details, technical specifications and associated quantities.

Produce other key deliverables on projects such as technical and project related reports, specifications and procurement documentation.

Administration of construction contracts as Contracts EngineerEmployer’s Agent Representative Principal Agent including associated site supervision and administrative responsibilities, and dealing with construction queries.

Be a team player that is willing to collaborate across multiple disciplines and across multiple geographies in Africa and internationally.

Ensure that all work complies with Zutari’s quality control procedures and ensuring that required quality standards are maintained.

BEng/BSc/BTech or equivalent in Civil Engineering.

A post-graduate qualification will be advantageous.

Registered as a Professional Engineer or Professional Engineering Technologist with ECSA or evidence of submission (proof of submission required).

A minimum of 5 years’ post-graduate experience on civil engineering projects, with an emphasis on bulk conveyance. Experience should entail working on projects across their full lifecycle, i.e., planning through to the end of construction.

Proficient in MS Office Suite products. Knowledge in MS Projects will be advantageous.

Project Management and construction related experience in civil engineering projects.

Construction related experience in bulk conveyance projects will be an advantage.

Sound knowledge and expertise in GCC and FIDIC general conditions of contract. Knowledge of other construction contracts in the field of engineering will be advantageous.

Sound knowledge or expertise in 3D engineering design software applicable to the envisaged role (especially Autodesk suite) will be an advantage.

We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa.

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We are seeking a Senior Engineer to provide technical leadership and project oversight for complex engineering initiatives. This role requires advanced expertise, strategic decision-making, and the ability to mentor and guide teams toward achieving project objectives.

1. Project Leadership

• Manage large-scale engineering projects from planning to completion, including resource allocation and budgeting.
• Define project scopes, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Approve designs, calculations, and specifications to ensure technical excellence.

• Provide innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges.
• Conduct advanced analysis, including structural, mechanical, or environmental assessments.
• Develop and enforce quality standards and best practices for engineering projects.

• Conduct site inspections to identify risks, ensure safety, and verify adherence to designs.
• Mitigate potential project risks through proactive analysis and planning.

• Mentor and train junior engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and professional growth.
• Facilitate knowledge-sharing and promote the adoption of new technologies and techniques.

• Act as a primary point of contact for clients, presenting technical solutions and progress updates.
• Build strong relationships with clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering; a Master's degree is advantageous.
• ECSA Professional Registration.

• 10 - 15 years of professional experience in engineering, including project leadership.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and client management skills.

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industries: Building Construction, Civil Engineering, and Construction

Assistant/Trainee Laboratory Manager - Civil Engineering Lab (Various Sites)

• Contract

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.

SGS South Africa, Matrocast Division, is seeking to fill a key role in its Civil Engineering Site Laboratories in the Western Cape Region. This role includes but not to assisting the Supervisor/ Laboratory Manager with all managerial and laboratory related tasks, whether it’s on site or in the commercial laboratory. To assist the Laboratory Manager with checking that all equipment are cleaned and maintained on a regular basis. To assist the laboratory manager with ensuring materials testing are completed in all laboratory division, including soils, asphalt, seals, concrete, aggregate with bench calculation as and when required for testing. The Assistant/Trainee Laboratory Manager will assist the Laboratory Manager with the checking that the laboratory is clean at all times and will carry out all work-related instructions from the technicians/supervisors or authorized personnel.

The ideal candidate for this position will be a person with integrity and good interpersonal skills and is able to command respect from those he/she deals with, whilst possessing enough energy and passion to maintain good staff relationships. A successful career in delivering performance against agreed strategic objectives and ultimately ensuring that all quality and testing methods are observed, and any deviation is reported without delay.

An Assistant/Trainee Laboratory Manager is responsible to assist with the accreditation and Health and Safety regulations requirements are adhered to in and around the laboratory.

• An Assistant Laboratory Manager is responsible for verifying that the correct test methods are followed and immediately report any deviations to the relevant reporting manager.
• An Assistant/Trainee Laboratory Manager is responsible to adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
• An Assistant/Trainee Laboratory Manager is responsible to assist the technicians with any job whether it is on site or inside the laboratory as per instruction from the authorized site supervisor /laboratory manager.
• An Assistant/Trainee Laboratory Manager is responsible to perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by the authorized site supervisor/laboratory manager and regional manager.
• An Assistant/Trainee Laboratory Manager is to ensure all functions continue as per procedure in the absence of the Laboratory Manager.
• An Assistant/Trainee Laboratory Manager Support the Laboratory manager to ensure all payroll instruction, leave forms and other administrative duties are carried out.
• An Assistant/Trainee Laboratory Manager Provide training to reporting staff as and when the need is identified.

Relevant National Diploma or NQF 6 / Grade 12 or NQF4 equivalent or skills and experience sufficient to be recognized as a qualification through - Recognition of Prior Learning.

• Drivers License
• Relevant National Diploma and ten years relevant experience or NQF 6 and ten years relevant experience. OR
• Grade 12- and 3relevant experience or NQF4 and fifteen years relevant experience.

Must be familiar with all Civil Engineering Test Methods under THM1 and SANS.

• Competent and qualified to do all tests in all laboratory divisions including soils, asphalt, seals, concrete / aggregate
• Competent and qualified to do quality laboratory control and implementation
• Competent and qualified to supervise and execute all field work
• Be familiar with COLTO
• Knowledge of Health and Safety
• Computer literate (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Physically able and willing to work with, process and moving of samples and when required.
• Competent and qualified to do all tests (TMH 1 and SANS) in all laboratory divisions including soils, asphalt, seals, concrete / aggregate

Western Cape Region