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Senior Materials Technician - Cape townRequisition ID: 89035Job Category: ConstructionLocation: Cape Town, Western Cape, South AfricaJoin a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you. Position Title: Senior Materials TechnicianRequirements: National Diploma or B Tech in Civil Engineering with 10 yearsxe2x80x99 experience in road construction materials laboratory testing and should include at least 5 yearsxe2x80x99 experience in managing a road construction materials laboratory. Professional registration with ECSA and experience on Western Cape Provincial Road projects will be an added advantage. Previous experience as a senior materials technician or laboratory manager will be beneficial. The applicant shall be computer literate and well acquainted with MS office (Excel and Word): The duties of the Senior Materials Technician shall include the following:Act as a Supervisor of the Clientxe2x80x99s Acceptance Control roads laboratory on site:1. Work closely with the acceptance control laboratory manager and discuss issues, progress, quality of work and test result/reports2. Attend proficiency testing to be arranged by the laboratory manager and examine test procedures performed in accordance with the relevant test methods and report to the Resident Engineer (RE)3. Liaise between the Assistant Resident Engineer (ARE) and the laboratory regarding test requests submitted4. Ensure that the laboratory is performing within an agreed testing timetable and follow up on outstanding test results5. Scrutinize test results and discuss inconsistencies with the laboratory manager6. Arrange for monthly duplicate testing and reporting to be done by four different laboratories, including the acceptance and process laboratories7. Asses the workload of the laboratory through EIUAct as a Clientxe2x80x99s Representative overseeing the Contractorxe2x80x99s Process Control roads laboratory on site:8. Have regular visits to the process control laboratory and discuss issues, progress and quality of work with the laboratory manager9. Ensure that the laboratory manager is performing proficiency tests. Attend these tests as deemed necessary and report to the Resident Engineer (RE)10. Examine mix designs prepared by the contractor and advise the RE11. Ensure that the laboratory submits copies of their process test results to Hatch for information12. Ensure the contractor is inspecting their work before they submit it to Hatch for inspection, testing and approval13. Liaise with the laboratory regarding material samples to be submitted for verification testing by the acceptance laboratory14. Involve the laboratory with duplicate testingGeneral responsibilities:15. Report directly to the Resident Engineer (RE) as frequently as possible16. Assist the RE with administrative duties as may be required17. Assist the RE and his assistants with measurement of completed work as may be required18. Prepare and submit monthly materials and laboratory reports to the RE19. Assist the engineer and laboratory manager with mix designs where required20. Discuss work not complying with the specifications with the RE21. Assist ARExe2x80x99s (ARExe2x80x99s responsible) with inspections of completed work where required22. Be involved with trial section construction and assessment23. Prepare earthworks and layerworks progress sheets24. Prepare and update material testing data packs for as-built purposes in accordance with the clientxe2x80x99s requirements Why join us?Work with great people to make a differenceCollaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutionsTop employerWhat we offer you? Flexible work environmentLong term career developmentThink globally, work locally Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed. We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

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