Laboratory Manager - GLAB Material Testing

Gunlake; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Gunlake Group’s G-Lab Materials Testing division in Sydney seeks a Laboratory Manager to lead concrete, aggregate and soils testing programs. You will manage three laboratories, ensure compliance with Australian Standards and NATA, and drive quality, health and safety across field and lab operations.

You will supervise staff, implement QC programs, issue test certificates, manage testing specimens and procurement, and contribute to growing the G-Lab business function in a hands-on, fast-paced

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Laboratory Management is required.
• Suitable qualification in concrete technology or similar.
• Previous experience in similar laboratory management roles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High proficiency with MS Office programs.
• Capacity to work independently.
• Technical skills in Concrete/Aggregates/Soils.
• NATA signatory status.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of three laboratories within the G-Lab Materials Testing Services Laboratory within budget targets.
• Supervise and manage departments and staff, including two Laboratory Supervisors.
• Implement and monitor OH&S policies and procedures.
• Establish and maintain quality control testing programs.
• Ensure compliance with NATA and Quality Accreditation requirements.
• Check and issue accredited test certificates and statistical results.
• Oversee receipt of testing specimens and arrange procurement of consumables and maintenance.
• Grow and manage the G-Lab testing environment for internal and external customers.
• Plan and manage tests and improve testing efficiencies.

Skills

Communication

Independent working

Technical skills in Concrete/Aggregate

NATA signatory status

Education

Certificate IV in Laboratory Management

Concrete technology or similar

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Laboratory Manager - GLAB Material Testing

To manage the G-Lab concrete, aggregate/soils and chemical laboratory and field testing operations. This includes compliance with Australian Standards and NATA requirements for sampling and testing, checking and releasing test reports and NATA certificates, health and safety aspects as they relate to laboratory and field-testing operations and performance of laboratory and field-testing personnel, and growing the G-Lab business function.

Key responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the three laboratories within the G-Lab Materials Testing Services Laboratory and operate within the financial targets set by the business
• Supervise and manage departments and staff, including direct supervision of two Laboratory Supervisors
• Implement, monitor and comply with all G-Lab OH&S policies and procedures
• Establish, maintain and implement the quality control testing programs
• Ensure the G-Lab Laboratory complies with the requirements of NATA and Quality Accreditation
• Check and issue accredited test certificates and statistical results with emphasis on accuracy and expediency
• Manage and control the receipt of testing specimens
• Arrange the purchasing of all consumable goods and maintenance of equipment
• Grow and manage the G-Lab testing environment for both internal and external customers
• Actively participate in planning, setting up and managing required tests and improving testing efficiencies

About you

• Certificate IV in Laboratory Management
• Suitable qualification in concrete technology or similar
• Previous experience of similar work
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• High-level proficiency with MS Office programs
• Capacity to work independently
• Technical skills in Concrete/Aggregates/Soils
• NATA signatory status

Our Culture

At Gunlake Group and G-Lab, we're proud of a culture built on safety, integrity and continuous improvement. We value:

Safety first – every team member looks out for themselves, their colleagues, and the community we operate in.

Collaboration – our labs, field teams and wider business work together, sharing knowledge and supporting each other to get the job done right.

Accountability and quality – we take pride in accurate, reliable results and hold ourselves to the highest technical and ethical standards.

Growth and development – we invest in our people through training, mentoring and opportunities to build a long-term career.

Down-to-earth teamwork – we're a close-knit, practical team that respects hard work and treats each other with fairness and respect.

We're looking for someone who will thrive in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and help shape the culture of G-Lab as it continues to grow.