SGS

Mineralogist

Reposted 2 Months Ago

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Sandton, City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZAF

In-Office

Entry level

Information Technology • Professional Services • Security • Consulting

The Role

The Mineralogist will manage mineralogy projects, including sample preparation, data processing, and liaising with clients and teams. Responsibilities also include training staff and ensuring quality and safety compliance.

Summary Generated by Built In

Company Description

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance, and sustainability.

Job Description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform the role of mineralogist within the division. The responsibilities and authorities of the mineralogist in mineralogy in relation to post requirements of managerial, technical and key support personnel are outlined.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Control all activities related to an assigned project, including coordination of sample preparation and associated staff, QC/QA of samples prepared, data acquisition using available mineralogical equipment and QC/QA of the data, liaison with all other departments, divisions and subcontractors involved.
Preparation of proposals to achieve the client’s objectives.
Data processing/control, reporting of test work according to company guidelines, with minimal input from the line manager and report writing.
Creating the context for the work within which certain objectives need to be achieved implies the planning and structuring of task achievements over a period that ranges from 1 week to 3 months.
Evaluation of results and interpretation.
Management, training and direction of technical support staff in quality, test work methodology, safety and time management.
Meet company targets with respect to turnover and quality.
Assist with the planning, set-up, commissioning and operation of mineralogical instruments, such as XRD, QEMSCAN and optical microscopes.
Formatting, editing and setting up of forms required to record test work results and data.
Responsible for the effective and appropriate use of equipment, facilities and good housekeeping.
Liaise with the client at the proposal writing phase, preliminary reporting and final handover of project results.
Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
Perform any other reasonable task as assigned by the direct line manager.

COMPLIANCE & AUTHORITY

Production
Quality management system
Health and safety
Cease the use of any equipment that may be deemed to constitute a safety hazard or enter hazardous environments without the necessary knowledge and protection, and report the situation to a higher authority to take action.
Cease to continue with work that may affect the quality (integrity) of services and report the situation to a higher authority to take action.
Initiate a formal improvement request when a deviation of the system occurs, possible improvements are identified or when nonconformity is identified.

Qualifications

PROFILE

B.Sc Hons. in Geology/Metallurgy

REQUIRED SKILLS

Exceptionally good analytical and report-writing skills
Effective communication and people skills
Project Management

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Skills Required

B.Sc Hons. in Geology/Metallurgy
Analytical and report-writing skills
Effective communication and people skills
Project Management skills

SGS Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SGS and has not been reviewed or approved by SGS.

Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is part of the U.S. package and is generally viewed as adequate even if not standout. Company information also underscores healthcare coverage as a standard element of the offering.
Retirement Support — A 401(k) is commonly included in the U.S., and group disclosures reference post‑employment benefit plans in select regions. These components provide a baseline of retirement security beyond core pay.
Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual incentive/bonus structures are part of the compensation mix and cited positively in some regions and roles. Punctual pay is also highlighted as a plus.