Assistant Site Laboratory Manager

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Mirna Butler Recruitment

Sunday, February 22, 2026

Bloemfontein, South Africa

Are you a technically competent and driven laboratory professional looking to grow into a leadership role? Join a well-established civil engineering and materials testing services provider as an Assistant Site Laboratory Manager
, where you will support site laboratory operations across multiple divisions including soils, concrete, asphalt, seals and aggregates. If you are quality-focused, organized, and eager to build advanced technical and supervisory experience, we want to hear from you!

• Grade 12 and 7 years’ relevant experience; OR
• NQF4 and 7 years’ relevant experience; OR
• An additional 2 years’ relevant experience for each year of schooling below Grade 12
• Proven experience within a civil materials testing laboratory (Soils, Concrete, Asphalt, Seals and Aggregates)
• Competent in performing and verifying laboratory tests and full calculations
• Working knowledge of COTO specifications and testing procedures
• Knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory systems (advantageous)
• Knowledge of Health and Safety procedures
• Ability to supervise and guide laboratory staff when required

• Strong technical competency in materials testing
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good leadership and supervisory ability
• Strong organizational and coordination skills
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict project deadlines
• Good communication and reporting skills
• Quality control and compliance driven
• Ability to support implementation of laboratory systems

• Assist the Site Laboratory Manager with daily laboratory operations
• Supervise and guide testing staff on site
• Ensure prescribed test methods are strictly followed
• Perform and verify laboratory calculations and test results
• Monitor sampling and testing schedules
• Assist with implementation and maintenance of the quality management system
• Ensure proper data capturing, record keeping and reporting
• Support equipment maintenance, servicing and calibration tracking
• Assist in managing laboratory facilities and ensuring compliance with OHS requirements
• Liaise with quality assurance personnel regarding system or testing concerns

• R28 000 – R45 000 per month (depending on experience)

• Applications close 30 April 2026
• If you did not receive feedback within 14 days, your application is unsuccessful
• Please ensure that you use the correct reference when sending your application via email
• Only candidates who meet all minimum requirements will be contacted