LABORATORY MANAGER_P002959
Listing reference: nwu_000917
Listing status: Closed
Apply by: 5 August 2022
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: North West
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
FACULTY/ DIVISION: NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
CENTRE FOR WATER SCIENCES AND MANAGEMENT
POSITION NUMBER: P002959
VACANCY: LABORATORY MANAGER
PEROMNES GRADE: P9
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The laboratory manager is responsible for managing the daily operations of the laboratory and takes responsibility for all aspects of the laboratory, including instruments, users and supplies needed to ensure the laboratory runs smoothly.
Job description
· Ensures that the laboratory’s goals are met and adhering to approved budgets
· Ensures efficient and effective departmental operations, including quality control and compliance adherence.
· Implements new programs, tests methods, instrumentation and procedures by investigating alternatives
· Plan and implement overall laboratory policies and procedures. Have a sound understanding of SANAS–ISO17205 regulatory requirements and able to make adjustments in policy and procedures
· Writing user manuals, training employees, maintaining security and confidentiality
· Update and maintain the laboratory’s safety plan and SDS manual and maintain all records
· Manage and update chemical inventories and recommend improvements
· Ad hoc activities from the Director
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
· Excellent communication and negotiation skills
· Excellent problem solving skills
· Ethical conduct in all endeavours
· Advanced computer skills
· Team-oriented and reliable
· Knowledge and experience of SANS-ISO17205:2017 Accreditation processes and systems
· Excellent leadership and management skills
· Ability to work under pressure and adherence to strict deadlines
· Demonstrate language proficiency to function optimally in the multilingual environment of the NWU
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
· Ability to work effectively independently and in a team
· Commitment to the institution’s core values
· Sound interpersonal relationship skills
· Organisational skills – methodical and analytical
Minimum requirements
· Degree in soil or water related fields
· 5 years’ analytical laboratory experience
· 5 years’ supervisory experience
· 5 years’ experience in laboratory management
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Prof Ingrid Dennis – 018 285 2589
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms. Mpumi Mqina – 018 285 2009
CLOSING DATE: 05 August 2022
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: 01 October 2022 or AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website.
Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
