Job Description

Supervisor: Laboratory Shift

Opportunity to work for global company Our culture is inclusive, exciting and performance-driven Role based in Richards Bay

About the role

Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.


We are looking for a

Shift Supervisor: Laboratory

to supervise the activities of a shift team to optimize operations in accordance with predetermined procedures, programmes and standards


Reporting to the

Supervisor: Laboratory

, your responsibilities will include:

Perform fair and reasonable tasks related to the job and working environment, at the discretion of the Superintendent. Conducting shift hand-over with the outgoing shift supervisor before starting the shift and with the incoming supervisor before ending the shift. Inspect (and correct of deviations) Lab operational area at the beginning and at the end of the shift. Supervise and control the activities, standards of performance and behavior of staff to ensure that the correct procedures are followed and for analysis of samples to achieve turnaround time (TAT) and accuracy of analysis results targets. Conducting Critical Risk Field Verifications (CCFVs) Conduct toolbox talks and walkabouts (LIF) to identify housekeeping needs toward ensuring safe and effective operations. Sample collection. Draft and collaborate reports related to sample TAT, accuracy of results, control of analysis programs, staff management, safety and status of equipment.

What you'll bring

Matric with Core Mathematics and Physical Science - (

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National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry (Advantageous) - (

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Quality Management related tertiary qualification would be advantageous. A minimum of 5 years' experience in the Laboratory. Valid South African Driver's License - (

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3 years RBM Laboratory experience. Advanced skills in testing, diagnosing and repair of automotive electrical systems Proficient in computer skills, excel, word, power point. Only online applications will be considered, failure to provide any of the required documents will result in an automatic regret of your application.

(Please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered)

What is expected with your application

Please provide; clear and visible copies of your issued certificates and licence must be attached with your application, failure to do so will result in your application being unsuccessful and an automatic regret of your application. Only complete academic certificates issued in accordance with Section, 17(A) of Act 58 of 2001 will be considered with your application. All application with only statement of results will be automatically disqualified. Only online applications will be considered, any other applications will not be accepted. As an applicant, please ensure you read and answer all pre-screening questions carefully, any answered may negatively affect your application. All communication from the Rio Tinto Recruitment team will be done online and/ through the provided mobile number, it is very important to make sure your application has the most recent contact details.

Please note that failure to satisfy all the minimum requirements will lead to your application not being considered.

About Rio Tinto

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.



We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs - striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can't do it on our own, so we're focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.

Every Voice Matters

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome - they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation and/ or anything else that makes us different.



At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Women, the LGBTQIA+ communities, people with disabilities (PWD) and people from different cultural backgrounds.



We acknowledge that all people are different and believe that our differences are our strength. The diversity of skills, life experiences and perspectives within our teams enhance our way of working and our ability to achieve success together