XRF Sample Preparation Coordinator
Confidential
Posted: March 24, 2026
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Quick Summary
The XRF Sample Preparation Coordinator will oversee all sample preparation and XRF analysis activities, ensuring accurate, timely, and high-quality results while maintaining strict compliance with company standards and procedures.
Required Skills
Job Description
WHAT IS ON OFFER
Alfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for a XRF Sample Preparation Coordinator to join our team in Tanzania. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing all sample preparation and XRF analysis activities and you will ensure all results are accurate, timely and of high quality, all while maintaining strict compliance with company standards and procedures.
This involves the daily coordination and supervision of laboratory operations, including moisture analysis and oven processing, to ensure every sample is handled according to required standards. You will also be responsible for the implementation and continuous improvement of SOPs in line with Company TOGs, while ensuring all equipment is properly maintained and calibrated. Beyond the technical workflow, you will supervise and support laboratory staff to meet performance targets and ensure accurate data documentation, while ensuring all health, safety, and environmental standards are strictly upheld throughout the sample preparation facility.
ABOUT US
Alfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries.
We have honed and carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people. Click here to find out more about AHK.
DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?
To be successful at Alfred H Knight you will need to display the following:
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE
Required Competencies
Strong technical knowledge of XRF and sample preparation processes
Computer literate
Good analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong organisational and coordination abilities
Ability to manage teams and work under minimal supervision
Required Work Experience
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in XRF/ Sample Preparation or a related field
Proven experience in moisture content analysis and oven operations
Experience in preparing SOPs and Coordinating Sample prep operations
Understanding of and experience working in line with applicable ISO standards (ISO 17020 and/or ISO 17025)
Required Qualifications
Certificate in Metallurgy or related field
Required Languages
Fluent in English (written and spoken)
BENEFITS
We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match including pension, life assurance and an employee assistance programme.
If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.
Alfred H Knight is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.