Sifiso Bhungane
Durban,KwaZulu-Natal
Summary
Analytical and organized Sample Preparation Coordinator with a strong background in technical sample lifecycle management. Having recently completed an N6 in Financial Management, eager to bridge the gap between technical operations and financial strategy. Committed to leveraging this dual expertise to drive process optimization, improve resource management, and contribute to overall organizational excellence.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Inspector / Sampler / Sample Preparer
Intertek
Durban, South Africa
2018.06 - 2020.05
- Inspector: Served as validator who verified that material or product is exactly as described in Mission Order.
- Sampler: Was responsible for extracting representative samples of material according to SOP's.
- Sample Preparer: Transformed raw materials into laboratory-ready state through precise mechanical methods to ensure that sample remains homogeneous and perfectly representative.
Sample Prep Coordinator
Intertek
Jacobs, South Africa
2020.06 - Current
- Handled administrative tasks, freeing up time for senior staff members.
- Trained and assigned tasks to team members.
- Translated senior management directives into actionable front-line policies and implemented changes with staff.
- Oversaw daily operations ensuring consistency in quality and service delivery.
- Monitored health and safety measures for guaranteed compliance.
Education
Matric - Commercial Studies
Sobonakhona High School
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal 2005.01 - 2005.12
N6 National Certificate / NQF Level 5 - Financial Management
Coastal KZN College
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal 2025.01 - 2026.06
Skills
- MS Excel (Advanced)
- MS Word (Advanced)
- MS PowerPoint (Moderate)
- Sage Pastel (Moderate)
- Office Administration
- Team Leadership
Accomplishments
- 2022 Intertek - 10X Energy Award Winner - Operational Excellence
- 2025 Intertek - 10X Energy Award Winner - Team Player
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
N6 National Certificate / NQF Level 5 - Financial Management
Coastal KZN College
2025.01 - 2026.06
Sample Prep Coordinator
Intertek
2020.06 - Current
Inspector / Sampler / Sample Preparer
Intertek
2018.06 - 2020.05
Matric - Commercial Studies
Sobonakhona High School
2005.01 - 2005.12