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Laboratory Supervisor

SGS • Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa • Posted May 27, 2026

Location Centurion, Gauteng
Job Type Full-time
Category Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians
Posted May 27, 2026

Job Description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Laboratory Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day functions of the Microbiology section of the SGS laboratory and for personnel management, implementation and maintenance of the quality system and control over sample analysis and reporting according to established analytical methods and procedures in an ISO 17025 accredited food safety testing laboratory as a technical signatory.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Personnel management – Microbiologist, Lab Technicians / Assistants, Interns

  • Supervise staff according to company procedures and policies.
  • Training in order to develop and optimize staff skills.
  • Manage competency training program.
  • Continuous measurement of skills and identify shortcomings of staff.
  • Problem solving, advice and guidance on technical matters.

    • Supervising and Performing tests

  • Ensure all testing within ...

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