Company Description We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 97,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.
Job DescriptionTo perform the role of senior mineralogist within the division. The responsibilities and authorities of the senior mineralogist in mineralogy in relation to post requirements of managerial, technical and key support personnel are outlined.
Lead and 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, which implies 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, TIMA 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, including good housekeeping.Liaise with the client at 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.
QualificationsB.Sc Hons. in GeologyMinimum of 5 years in the relevant field
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