Lab Manager
Core
Leading and managing day-to-day operations of an ISO17025 accredited environmental testing laboratory, ensuring samples are processed safely, on time, and to the right quality while delivering excellent customer service.
Role type
Senior IC Lab Manager
Builds
Environmental testing services for water, air, soil, waste, building products, and industrial hygiene
Domain
Environmental testing / Life sciences
Required skills
ISO17025 accreditation management, team leadership and mentoring, operational workflow planning, quality system implementation, technical method development and validation, root cause analysis, audit support (internal/external), resource and capacity planning, HSE compliance, commercial and financial awareness
Preferred skills
10+ years in commercial laboratory, hands-on analytical experience, strategy development for team retention
Technologies
ISO17025, INAB accreditation systems, HSE frameworks, lab KPI tracking tools
Responsibilities
Manage daily laboratory operations and workflow allocation; Ensure compliance with ISO17025 and regulatory obligations; Lead team development, training, and performance management; Drive technical and operational development including method validation; Monitor and optimize lab KPIs for productivity and service delivery; Support internal and external audits; Manage equipment health, calibrations, and service contracts; Plan business continuity and risk management; Control costs and manage recruitment
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC