Data Evaluator - Fire Assay

The Data Evaluator will be responsible for analysis of assigned samples in the most accurate and productive way and timely as per relevant Test Method Instruction; assist the Section manager in ensuring compliance with the SGS Laboratory Quality Manual, as well as Health and Safety procedures.

• Evaluate, validate and report analytical results
• Evaluate and ensure technical accuracy of analytical results reported
• Monitor analytical processes and take remedial action where deviations/discrepancies arise impacting on the quality of analytical results
• Consult with the HOD to address retest result anomalies or other problems with samples or analyses
• Report any apparatus or equipment, which to your knowledge, is not functioning correctly to the Section Manager.
• Use SLIMS for data input and data transfers as required
• All analytical data and calculations shall be made traceable and stored in the relevant files for that purpose or SLIMS.
• Recording and filing of all equipment records for Quality purposes
• Assist with troubleshooting and problem solving
• Re-analyze samples when control results are not within the control charts’ limits
• Ensure that quality procedures are complied with
• Ensure compliance with the Laboratory Health and Safety Act.
• Perform duties on all relevant workstations as required by the departmental workload
• Must be willing to work overtime whenever necessary
• Wait for the arrival of his / her relief at the end of the shift, to ensure smooth shift take over.
• Deputize for the Shift Supervisors when required
• Assist with the training of new staff and/or Operators on new methods and/or procedures
• The Data Evaluator must be prepared to stand in for the Chemists when necessary and to take the lead on a workstation where needed
• Assist with control, time keeping and administration duties
• Assist with overtime planning in consultation with the Section manager
• Assist section manager with production planning
• Participate and form part of Operational Integrity projects and campaigns
• Apply Check status process and use the Stop Work Authority whenever the control of risks is not clearly established and understood
• Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system
• Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by the direct manager

• Minimum Grade 12 / Matric or N3 with Mathematics and Science as subjects
• National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry and/or proven years of laboratory, knowledge, skills and experience sufficient to be recognized as a qualification through – Recognition of Prior Learning
• Minimum of 4 years relevant Fire Assay/Reporting laboratory experience
• Supervisory skills would be an advantage
• Computer literate in SMILS and MS Office

• Competent technical knowledge of Fire Assay analytical processes and procedures
• Able to work with Technical and Management staff
• Able to coordinate Fire Assay activities
• Able to work independently and the coordinate several activities simultaneously
• Good problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.