Administrator – Job Opportunity

Company: SGS
Location: West Rand, Gauteng
Employment Type: Full-time

Company Overview
SGS is the world’s leading testing, inspection, and certification company, recognised globally as the benchmark for quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees operating across 2,600 offices and laboratories worldwide, SGS is committed to creating a safer, more connected world.

Role Purpose
The Administrator will support the Manager of the Geochemistry Administration Department by ensuring the effective management of administrative functions and maintaining clear, professional communication with customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Print and distribute test reports via email
• Invoice completed work in line with agreed pricing structures
• Provide general administrative support, including filing, copying, reconciliations, spreadsheet updates, and creating customised report templates
• Track outstanding work and follow up with laboratories on reporting timelines
• Support the Section Manager with contract reviews and proposal-related matters
• Coordinate and respond to customer enquiries and queries
• Capture test results into SLIM G6 systems where required
• Perform general laboratory-related duties within scope of qualifications
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment
• Ensure confidentiality of all relevant communications
• Comply with health, safety, and quality standards, including ISO 17025, SANAS, and SGS management system requirements
• Participate in Operational Integrity initiatives, projects, and campaigns
• Apply the Check Status process and exercise Stop Work Authority when risks are not clearly controlled
• Carry out any additional reasonable duties as assigned by the line manager

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

• Grade 12 / Matric or N3 with Mathematics and Science, or equivalent experience recognised through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
• National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry will be advantageous

Experience and Skills:

• At least 3 years’ experience in a similar administrative role
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Previous laboratory experience will be an advantage

This role is suited to a detail-oriented individual with strong organisational and communication skills, capable of working efficiently in a regulated laboratory environment.