This is a full-time, on-site role for a Laboratory Manager at SASA Mine, located in Makedonska Kamenica, North Macedonia. The role will be responsible for leading the Mine Laboratory and ensuring accurate, timely and reliable analytical results to support Geology, Mining Operations, Flotation\/Processing, Sales and other operational functions. The Laboratory Manager will drive laboratory quality, efficiency and continuous improvement, ensuring compliance with ISO\/IEC 17025:2018, effective use of LIMS, and integrity and traceability of analytical data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\u00b7 Lead and coordinate Laboratory operations, resources and priorities, ensuring efficient sample processing and meeting required turnaround times.
\u00b7 Maintain the Laboratory Quality Management System and QA\/QC programme in accordance with ISO\/IEC 17025:2018.
\u00b7 Ensure effective use and continuous development of LIMS, including sample tracking, QA\/QC, reporting, data integrity and traceability.
\u00b7 Oversee analytical methods and technologies including XRF, AAS, ICP-OES and wet chemistry, ensuring they are fit for purpose.
\u00b7 Drive continuous improvement, automation and technology development to improve analytical quality, productivity and efficiency.
\u00b7 Manage laboratory equipment, resources and costs, contributing to OPEX and CAPEX planning.
\u00b7 Lead, develop and mentor the Laboratory team, promoting a strong culture of safety, quality, accuracy and accountability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00b7 University degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgy or another relevant technical\/scientific discipline.
\u00b7 Minimum 7 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in a mining, mineral processing, metallurgical or accredited laboratory environment including at least two years in a managerial or deputy position.
\u00b7 Good knowledge and practical experience with ISO\/IEC 17025, laboratory QA\/QC and quality management systems.
\u00b7 Experience with LIMS, laboratory data management and analytical instrumentation.
\u00b7 Strong leadership, planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage people, priorities and laboratory resources.
\u00b7 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a continuous improvement mindset and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n