Posted 2 days ago
Laboratory Supervisor
@ National Asphalt
Bon Accord, Alberta
Overview
National Asphalt is hiring Laboratory Supervisors for various sites in South Africa. The role covers advanced and routine asphalt laboratory testing, quality compliance, and supervising laboratory technicians, with regional travel where needed. The posting states permanent full-time employment, market-related remuneration, subsidised medical aid and pension, and a 13th cheque.
Responsibilities:
- Perform advanced and routine asphalt lab testing
- Calibrate plant and verify mix design compliance
- Supervise, mentor and train lab technicians
- Verify test results before release
- Support audits and corrective actions
Requirements summary:
- 3 to 6 years asphalt laboratory experience
- Grade 12
- Relevant degree or national diploma in civil engineering or chemistry
- Strong analytical and report-writing skills
- Good communication and teamwork
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-11
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-14
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Quality assurance |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | overtime |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Laboratory, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Education | High school (required), College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Civil Engineering, Chemistry |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Stock or equity |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
National Asphalt
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1 |
WE’RE HIRING | LABORATORY SUPERVISORS – VARIOUS SITES
National Asphalt is looking for experienced Laboratory Supervisors to join our team!
We are seeking suitably qualified professionals with solid asphalt laboratory experience who are ready to take on greater responsibility, support laboratory teams and help maintain the technical quality and reliability of our test results. The positions are available at various sites, with regional travel required where necessary.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform advanced and routine laboratory testing
- Calibrate the plant and ensure products comply with approved mix designs
- Monitor incoming aggregate, binder and asphalt
- Ensure laboratory equipment is calibrated and maintained
- Capture, review and verify test results before release
- Ensure compliance with approved test methods and quality procedures
- Support technical investigations and troubleshooting
- Participate in internal audits and corrective actions
- Supervise, mentor and train laboratory technicians and testers
- Manage staff schedules and overtime
- Liaise with suppliers and clients on relevant laboratory matters
- Maintain compliance with quality and company safety procedures
What We're Looking For
- Grade 12
- Relevant Degree or National Diploma in Civil Engineering, Chemistry or a related field
- 3–6 years’ proven asphalt laboratory experience
- Computer literacy
- Strong analytical and report-writing skills
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- A team player willing to go the extra mile
What We Offer
- Permanent employment in line with the Company’s Employment Equity Plan
- Market-related remuneration
- Subsidised medical aid and pension scheme
- 13th cheque
📩 Ready to apply?
Send your CV to [email protected]
📅 Closing date: 20 November 2026
Ready to take the next step in your laboratory career? Join National Asphalt and help us continue delivering quality you can rely on.
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