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ALS operates 24/7 and the Employee must be able to work shifts and flexi hours. The responsibilities of the Employee are not restricted to the list below and is subject to change depending on business needs.\nPosition in the Organisation\nThe position reports into the Lab Manager and is based at ALS Laboratory Namibia\nScope of the Job\nTo provide support in the processing of Samples\nCompliance\n· Practice the ALS Health and Safety Foundation Standards.\n· Practice the ALS company core values.\n· Abide by the ALS company policies and procedures.\n· Abide by local legislative requirements at all times.\n· Ensure compliance with ISO accreditation\n· Execute the duties described in this document to the best of your ability and in the best interests of the company\nDuties/ Responsibilities:\nEnsure that timely and quality results are reported to clients through sound analytical analysis and correct QC interpretation\nImplement and maintain the quality system according to the requirements of ISO 9001 and ISO 17025\nMinimize the number of amended work orders due to error.\nEnsure staff members have the training and skills to successfully complete the tasks assigned.\nProvide technical input to the Analytical/Instrumentation section to ensure the highest data quality is generated by the EDXRF instrument.\nCheck and approve outgoing analytical data.\nEnsure QPs, QWIs, SOPs or client specific procedures are followed\nAdvise on inventory, consumable purchases and maintaining adequate stock levels.\nEnsure all analytical instruments/equipment are properly maintained to minimize breakdowns and downtime.\nEnsure efficient operation of all analytical instruments and all work is completed on time with a high degree of accuracy.\nMaximize productivity and efficiency through improved work practices.\nEffectively and efficiently utilize resources to minimize wastage.\nRemain client focused by exceeding their expectations.\nEnsure ongoing training and staff development\nOptimize turnaround time and ensure accurate, timely results are achieved and maintained.\nPropose improvements in routine and non-routine procedures and ensure timeous validation of new methods.\nEnsure all documentation related to instrument maintenance, calibration and training are always up to date and available.\nOverall responsibility for run and workorder approvals for EDXRF instrument.\nProvide technical support, training and mentoring of junior staff from time to time\nDaily Management of the Analytical/Instrumentation section to ensure quality, turnaround, HSE targets are met.\nOverall responsible for the departments HSE compliance.\nDrive continuous improvement in Quality and Productivity.\nCoordinate participation in internal and external round robins / Proficiency testing schemes for Copper Cathodes. Ensure satisfactory performance.\nOrganize workload according to daily stats and turnaround time demands\nFollow up on priority work orders.\nCarry out QC and SHE investigations when required. Capable of working unsupervised\nAssist with repair and maintenance scheduling of all instruments/equipment in the section.\nAssist with the ordering of consumables and other related instrumentation supplies\nPerform all other reasonable duties as determined by line management.\nCompetencies required for the role are as follows:\nBehavioural Competencies\n· Supervisory skills, able to manage teams\n· Able to prioritize and give accurate feedback on time\n· High standards of attention to detail\n· Ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines\n· Able to anticipate needs and must be responsive to enquiries\n· Facilitates a team-oriented approach at organizational level\n· Inspires and drives excellence in all aspects of work.\n· Team player approach\nTechnical Competencies\n· Ability to identify HSE risk and report to manager / team leader\n· High level of integrity\n· Ability to multitask and meet challenging deadlines.\n· Good understanding of ALS policies, protocols, and Instrumentation work procedures.\n· Good understanding of LIMs system\n· Ability to perform QC functions\n· Good understanding of ED-XRF instrumentation equipment\n· Excellent numerical and analytical skills\n· Ability to operate instrumentation for analysis on either AA or ICP or Spark OES and XRF\n· Good MS Word and Excel skills\n· Have in depth knowledge of classical wet chemistry or geochemical digestion methods\nQualifications\n· To be successful in this role you will have:\n· Chemistry/Science/Geology/Engineering Degree from a recognized University or Institution and or in-depth understanding and knowledge of Chemistry or Geology.\n· Atleast 2-5 years Laboratory experience\n· An in-depth knowledge of Quality Management and ISO 17025 accreditation processes.\n· Demonstrated hands-on knowledge of operating Spectroscopic Instruments pXRF and ED-XRF\n· Sound technical knowledge of Geochemical analytical techniques\n· A strong customer focus\n·\nWorking at ALS\nThe ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.\nOur values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence.\nAt ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. 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