Branch Supervisor

About the Position

Branch Supervisor

Sandton, GP, South Africa

SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing, and certification company. Recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world with more than 97,000 employees.

Responsibilities

• Primary Responsibilities

  • Lead the team to support the Regional Manager in achieving business objectives.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and business guidelines.

• Specific Responsibilities

  • Manage petty cash usage at the site.
  • Provide monthly revenue updates.
  • Plan, organize, and control operations.
  • Support field auditors, inspectors, and HSE & quality coordinators.
  • Manage and monitor the operational performance of all activities.
  • Control the implementation and maintenance of technical and operational procedures.
  • Control the implementation and maintenance of Quality Control and Safety systems.
  • Ensure adequate manpower resources, equipment, and tools are available.
  • Provide liaison and technical support to clients.
  • Assist the Regional Manager with complaints and claim resolution.
  • Assist with technical and sales support and proposal coordination.
  • Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system and country legislation.
  • Efficiently plan and organize staff within safe operating conditions.
  • Apply the Check status process and use stop work authority when necessary.
  • Participate in Operational Integrity projects and campaigns.
  • Comply with all SGS QHSE and HR policies and procedures.
  • Comply with the SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct.

• Specific Authorities

  • Cease the use of any equipment that may be a safety hazard.
  • Cease work that may affect the quality of services.
  • Initiate a formal improvement request when a deviation occurs.

Requirements

• Education

  • Minimum qualification: Senior certificate (matric).
  • Tertiary qualification in Engineering/Chemistry/Statistics is an added advantage.
  • VLC SANAS ISO17025 Course.
  • Health and Safety Qualification is an added advantage.

• Experience

  • 5 years of management experience.
  • Scheduling of staff.
  • Safety and quality experience.
  • Sample preparation experience.

• Competencies

  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Languages: Proficiency in English (Read, Speak, Write).
  • Calculation capability.
  • Ability to problem solve.
  • Delivering results and meeting division expectations.
  • Adapting and responding to changes.

Compliance & Authority

• Compliant with all SGS QOH&S and HR policies and procedures.
• Granted sufficient authority to achieve given responsibilities.
• Responsible for the daily safety and health of employees.
• Keep up to date on SGS inspection policies and procedures.
• Adhere to all QHSE requirements of the SGS management systems.

We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to work with a global leader in inspection, verification, testing, and certification.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.

About the Company

SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing, and certification company. Recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world with more than 97,000 employees.