MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Relevant tertiary diploma or degree Minimum of 2 years relevant experience in the field of fruit quality management is required Expert skill and knowledge in the methods used Must have sufficient current knowledge of the methods used, as well as the objectives of the tests performed in the laboratory Must have in depth knowledge of al SANAS requirements relating to accreditation/compliance, including those specifies in any accreditation standard, guide, regulation and/or any IAF/ILAC mandatory document which applies to the organization, and those specific to the responsibilities of the technical signatories and to the scope of accreditation. SKILLS REQUIRED Leadership Managing Projects Managing Budgets Managing Conflicting priorities Creative problem solving Skills development KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO Oversee daily operations of the laboratory Overall responsibility for actions be that has to be taken when nonconforming work occur Overall responsibility for authorizing the resumption of work when nonconforming work occur Management of huma resources i.e. employment contracts of personnel, salaries Responsible for business development Identify new markets and trends Develop marketing strategies Plan and manage the budget of the laboratory Liaise with customers on a continual basis and attend to any queries or complaints Implement and maintain ISO17025: and other relevant guidelines Overall management of stock control and procurement procedures Fulfil a key role with regards to understanding and trouble shooting of equipment and techniques used in the laboratory Ensure that the laboratory's turnaround times are met Develop and implement new methods to meet customer's requirements Implement the master validation plan of the laboratory and manage method validation procedures Ensure that personnel are adequately trained and implement training schedules and procedures where necessary Ensure the good housekeeping (GHK) procedures and health & safety systems are in place In collaboration with the quality manager of the company ensure that all results have audit trails (hard copies and electronics records) and that the service agreement to the customer is fulfilled Conducting literature searches and gathering information on new methods etc. ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted