Job Summary

The Engineer, Metallurgy, is responsible for the maintenance and further development of the Metallurgy Laboratory to provide testing of metallic materials including reinforcing steel bars and LPG cylinders, and to conduct failure analysis.

Core Functions:

• Perform Calibration and Testing activities on samples in the laboratory and on site

• Monitors the tests conducted by the Technicians

• Prepares and signs test reports for issuance to customers

• Participates in the development of local, regional and international standards

• Participates in audits of firms covered by the National Certification Mark Programme and the LPG Authorization Programme

• Participates in the development and delivery of training seminars and workshops facilitated by the organization

• Guides the development and implementation of projects

• Modifies test apparatus as necessary to conduct tests and calibrations

• Prepares relevant documents for submission to the Procurement Committee for purchasing/sourcing of goods and services

• Validates non-standard methods used by the Mechanical Engineering Department

• Conducts research in standards calibration and testing

• Prepare documents and execute other required activities to maintain the laboratory’s Quality Management Systems

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required: 

• Highly developed critical thinking, problem solving, analytical and decision making skills

• Highly developed competencies in system analysis

• Working knowledge of material testing would be an asset.

• Working knowledge of various standards including but not limited to ISO 17025, 9001, 14001 and 50001

• Working knowledge of Government of Jamaica Procurement Procedures

• Very good interpersonal, written and oral communication skills

• Strong project and task management skills

• Work well in teams as well as with minimal supervision

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Material Science

• Two (2) years experience working in a laboratory or production position, preferably in an ISO 9001 certified or ISO/IEC 17025 accredited entity

• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite

Applications must be submitted no later than 24 May 2018 @ 4:00 p.m. via email to:

Director, Human Resource Management & Development

Bureau of Standards Jamaica

6 Winchester Road

Kingston 10

HRMD@bsj.org.jm

Please note that while we appreciate all applications, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted