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SOUTH AFRICAN BUREAU OF STANDARDS (SABS)
OPERATOR: LABORATORY SERVICES
Details
Closing Date
2026/07/31
Reference Number
SAB260713-2
Job Title
Operator: Laboratory Services
Job Type
Full Time
Branch
Operations
Division
Laboratory Services
Department
Electro Technical
Job Grade
C1
Number of Positions
1
Location - Town / City
Pretoria
Location - Province
Gauteng
Location - Country
South Africa
Minimum Education Level
Diploma | Advanced Certificate
Job Category
Other
Job Advert Summary
Purpose Statement
To ensure that the day to day operations of the laboratory is optimized so as to ensure effective and efficient service delivery to clients.
About SABS
The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is mandated to develop, promote and maintain South African National Standards (SANS), promote quality in connection with commodities, products and services, and render conformity assessment services and assist in matters connected therewith. Working for the SABS opens the mind to the world around you. We offer diverse career paths in dynamic environment that nurtures and recognises talent and potential. Become part of our vision of being a trusted standardisation and business assurance solution provider and join a team that fosters accountability, excellence and innovation in an inclusive workplace.
SABS is an equal opportunities employer, and our recruitment will be done in line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and our EE Policy. Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
- Diploma in a relevant scientific related field
- (NQF Level 5)
- Valid Driver’s Licence is essential
Experience
- 1-2 Years work experience within the relevant scientific environment
Duties and Responsibilities
Functional Management
- Prepare samples for analyses as per standard operating procedures.
- Ensure that all samples are packed according to their tested stages.
- Ensure that samples are classified according to their Laboratory protocols.
- Accurately track samples to ensure that all samples are accounted for.
- Conduct sampling analysis at sampling points or as instructed (cluster dependent) and basic routine testing as required.
- Collect and transport samples from required sites as per standard operating procedures. (cluster dependent)
- Comply with health, safety, security and administration regulations that apply to sampling sites. (cluster dependent)
- Receive, register and prepare test samples in the laboratory or onsite as per standard operating procedures and accreditation requirements.
- Where applicable record and monitor environmental testing conditions and escalate any deviations to relevant stakeholders.
- Develop a preventative maintenance and calibration plan and schedule as required in collaboration with the Test Officer.
- Carry out preventative and routine maintenance and/or calibration of laboratory equipment in area of responsibility.
- Report faulty equipment and breakdowns to the relevant stakeholders.
- Apply the appropriate maintenance and basic trouble shooting required for laboratory equipment maintenance and functioning.
Risk and Compliance Management
- Assist in identifying and adhering to fraud controls, risk prevention principles, sound governance and compliance processes, and tools to identify and manage risks
- Assist in the preparation and support and provide evidence to all internal and external audit requirements.
- Maintain quality risk management standards in line with ISO, Accreditation and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain quality risk management standards in line with ISO requirements.
- Adhere to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the organisation
Stakeholder Management
- Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for the purpose of expectations management, knowledge sharing and integration, and to manage the organisation’s reputation.
- Participate in the organisation’s committees and tasks teams when required.
- Attend meetings and present relevant information stakeholders when required.
- Ensure the provision of excellent customer service.
- Resolve queries and problems within span of control and within agreed time frames.
- Follow up on unresolved queries and complaints where required.
- Liaise with relevant stakeholders regarding follow-up of information, as required.
Attachment
Advert-Operator Laboratory Services.pdf (145.36 kb) - 7/20/2026 12:18:25 PM
Policy
We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. It is company policy to promote from within wherever possible. Therefore, please be aware that internal candidates will be considered first before reviewing external applicants, provided that this supports achievement of our Employment Equity goals.
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Details
Closing Date
2026/07/30
Reference Number
SAB260707-1
Job Title
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Job Type
Full Time
Branch
Operations
Division
Operations Management
Department
Operations Management Office
Job Grade
E4
Number of Positions
1
Location - Town / City
Pretoria
Location - Province
Gauteng
Location - Country
South Africa
Minimum Education Level
Bachelors Degree | Advanced Diploma
Job Category
Finance
Job Advert Summary
About SABS
The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is mandated to develop, promote and maintain South African National Standards (SANS); promote quality in connection with commodities, products and services; and render conformity assessment services and assist in matters connected therewith. Working for the SABS opens the mind to the world around you. We offer diverse career paths in a dynamic environment that nurtures and recognises talent and potential. Become part of our vision of being a trusted standardisation and business assurance solution provider and join a team that fosters accountability, excellence and innovation in an inclusive workplace.
Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Your information will be used solely for purposes of recruitment and more specifically for the position you have applied for and will not be shared with third parties without prior consent unless required by law.
SABS is an equal opportunities employer, and our recruitment will be done in line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and our EE Policy.
Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Purpose Statement
To provide strategic leadership in the design, resourcing, management, execution and monitoring of the Operations strategy in line with the SABS’s mandate and overall approved strategy, to ensure the execution of key deliverables to support the organisation in its execution functions, while promoting good governance and sound financial and business principles in support of the operating model.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
• Master’s degree in commerce, Business Management, Management Science, Engineering or a related field (NQF Level 9)
Work Experience
• 15 years relevant work experience in business management or a relevant technical environment
• 5 years senior management experience
• 3 years executive experience
• Proven track record in leading and managing operations at an organisational level
• Proven track record in managing multiple divisions simultaneously at a corporate level
• Proven track record in managing multiple organisational revenue streams, diverse work teams, customer engagement models and business value chain development
Duties and Responsibilities
Please refer to the attached advert for full information.
Strategic Leadership
- Lead the development, management and execution of the SABS Operations (Certification Services, Laboratory Services, Standards, Customer Partnering and Programme Management Office) strategies and provide input into the overall strategy, policy and decision-making direction of the organisation to reduce costs, generate revenue and implement continuous improvement
- Ensure the alignment of Certification Services, Laboratory Services, Standards, Customer Partnering and Programme Management Office strategies with the requirements of all sub-divisions, through the development and execution of strategic work plans.
- Collaborate with the CEO to direct corporate strategy and operational growth of the organisation in order to drive performance, improve profitability and the quality of service offerings in the designated area of responsibility.
Operational Management
- Oversee the execution of strategic national and international sales and business development pipeline strategies that will integrate and leverage growth opportunities.
- Develop and execute the operations integrated operational plans to meet capacity and requirements in line with the overall strategic plans and deliverables.
- Convert divisional operational plans into business activities and objectives to attain growth targets.
- Continuously assess areas for internal improvement and develop plans for implementation and identify productivity benchmarks and development tools to measure efficiencies in the division.
Stakeholder Management
- Identify and mitigate internal systems and procedural barriers to enhance excellent customer service.
- Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for the purpose of expectations management, knowledge sharing and integration, and to manage the organisation’s reputation.
- Represent and participate in the organisation’s committees and tasks teams as required.
- Convene, chair and attend meetings and present performance and business related information to relevant stakeholders as required (e.g., parliament, national and/or international forums, etc.)
- Provide technical support and advocacy on Operations related matters to the organisation.Actively liaise and build relationships with SABS clients and service providers to ensure that the service standards are achieved.
Attachment
Advert - Chief Operating Officer.pdf (199.98 kb) - 7/7/2026 3:34:27 PM
Policy
We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. It is company policy to promote from within wherever possible. Therefore, please be aware that internal candidates will be considered first before reviewing external applicants, provided that this supports achievement of our Employment Equity goals.
