Our client is one of the UK’s most trusted rating councils for verifying the energy performance of windows and doors. 

The Laboratory Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the laboratory, ensuring that the facility operates efficiently and safely. This role involves managing laboratory staff, coordinating research activities, maintaining equipment, ensuring compliance with UKAS accreditations, health and safety regulations, and supporting the development and implementation of laboratory policies and procedures.

Responsibilities: 

• Overseeing the planning and execution of experiments, ensuring adherence to protocols and timelines. 
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and developing safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Completing reports for all work carried out in accordance with the requirements of ISO,EN,BS and any other applicable standards.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment, ensuring all tools and machines are calibrated, in good working condition; this will include coordinating repairs and replacements as necessary.
• Managing laboratory budgets, including purchasing supplies and managing inventory.
• Preparing and reviewing technical and research reports.
• Delivering customer service to standards and to deadlines
• Supporting corporate events and marketing activities. 

Requirements:

• Experience with working under the requirements of a UKAS approved organisation or the implementation of ISO 9001.        
• Proven experience in a laboratory setting, with at least 3-5 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Experienced in dealing with customers, demonstrating a high level of customer care.
• Strong understanding of laboratory procedures, techniques, and safety protocols.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities with attention to detail.

Whitehall is the Recruitment Specialist for the Chemical, Polymer, Coatings and Life Science Industries.