Technician Laboratory
South African Bank Note Company
Pretoria, Gauteng
Contract
Posted 13 May 2025
- Closing Date 23 May 2025
Job Details
Job Description
Job Summary:
We are looking for an individual who will be responsible for the effective control of all aspects within the laboratory in terms of testing of substrate, inks, chemicals, effluent, as well as the final product.
Main Responsibilities (not limited to):
•To ensure compliance to equipment calibration specification and update procedures.
•Conduct tests on substrate, ink, chemicals, effluent, and final product.
•Run monthly reports and document all non-conformances.
•Identify deviations from standards and specifications and recommend rectifications.
•Conduct investigations on counterfeit notes.
•Ensure dual control and balancing of notes and that all notes are accounted for.
•Maintain laboratory equipment and compile annual calibration control matrix.
•Train staff on the use of laboratory equipment and procedures.
•Adhere to SHEQ standards and regulations.
•Engage in problem solving exercises to improve business operations as required.
•Work in cross-functional teams on continuous improvement initiatives.
•Support the R&D function with testing, data capturing, and analysis.
Minimum Qualifications and experience:
•Grade 12 and Degree in Analytical Chemistry/ Chemistry.
•2-5 years’ experience in a laboratory environment within the printing industry.
Knowledge and Skills:
•Knowledge of ISO 17025.
•Exposure to ISO 9001 standard.
•Statistical analysis.
•Analytical.
•Verbal and Written communication.
•Research and problem solving.
Internal applicants should apply on the SABN careers portal on the intranet by uploading detailed CV’s and copies of qualifications. External applicants should apply on Careers24 website by uploading detailed CV’s, ID copy, copies of qualifications and recent pay slip. No applications will be considered if the supporting documents are not submitted.
The personal information that is collected and processed for recruitment purposes will not be utilised for any other purpose. You can read more on how we process your personal information in the South African Reserve Bank Privacy Notice. You absolve the SABN for any liability whatsoever, and howsoever arising from the providing of information.
SABN is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of SABN and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under represented designated groups. No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements. Please note that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted applicants only.
Should you not hear from us within 10 working days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. SABN reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised. Prospective applicants must be willing to undergo a series of assessments and security clearance process as prescribed by the National Key Point Act.
We are looking for an individual who will be responsible for the effective control of all aspects within the laboratory in terms of testing of substrate, inks, chemicals, effluent, as well as the final product.
Main Responsibilities (not limited to):
•To ensure compliance to equipment calibration specification and update procedures.
•Conduct tests on substrate, ink, chemicals, effluent, and final product.
•Run monthly reports and document all non-conformances.
•Identify deviations from standards and specifications and recommend rectifications.
•Conduct investigations on counterfeit notes.
•Ensure dual control and balancing of notes and that all notes are accounted for.
•Maintain laboratory equipment and compile annual calibration control matrix.
•Train staff on the use of laboratory equipment and procedures.
•Adhere to SHEQ standards and regulations.
•Engage in problem solving exercises to improve business operations as required.
•Work in cross-functional teams on continuous improvement initiatives.
•Support the R&D function with testing, data capturing, and analysis.
Minimum Qualifications and experience:
•Grade 12 and Degree in Analytical Chemistry/ Chemistry.
•2-5 years’ experience in a laboratory environment within the printing industry.
Knowledge and Skills:
•Knowledge of ISO 17025.
•Exposure to ISO 9001 standard.
•Statistical analysis.
•Analytical.
•Verbal and Written communication.
•Research and problem solving.
Internal applicants should apply on the SABN careers portal on the intranet by uploading detailed CV’s and copies of qualifications. External applicants should apply on Careers24 website by uploading detailed CV’s, ID copy, copies of qualifications and recent pay slip. No applications will be considered if the supporting documents are not submitted.
The personal information that is collected and processed for recruitment purposes will not be utilised for any other purpose. You can read more on how we process your personal information in the South African Reserve Bank Privacy Notice. You absolve the SABN for any liability whatsoever, and howsoever arising from the providing of information.
SABN is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of SABN and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under represented designated groups. No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements. Please note that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted applicants only.
Should you not hear from us within 10 working days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. SABN reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised. Prospective applicants must be willing to undergo a series of assessments and security clearance process as prescribed by the National Key Point Act.
