Environmental Lab Director - Lead Quality & Compliance

Modern Industries; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services provider in Canada is seeking an experienced Environmental Laboratory Director to manage certified environmental testing laboratories. The ideal candidate will have advanced degrees in chemical, environmental, or biological sciences, along with significant leadership experience in laboratory operations. Responsibilities include supervising testing procedures, ensuring data quality, and managing staff. This role offers opportunities for strategic leadership and excellence in environmental analysis.

Qualifications

• 24+ college semester credit hours in chemistry.
• 6+ months of supervised environmental analysis experience.
• 1+ year of supervised environmental analysis experience.
• 2+ years of supervised environmental analysis experience.
• 4+ college credit hours in general microbiology.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day supervision of laboratory procedures.
• Ensure accuracy and reliability of environmental testing data.
• Oversee quality control/assurance performance standards.
• Lead and develop MRD staff.
• Manage upkeep of laboratory equipment and facilities.
• Drive professionalism and procedural consistency.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Strong computer skills

Education

Doctoral Degree in chemical, environmental, or biological sciences

Master’s Degree in chemical, environmental, or biological sciences

Bachelor’s Degree in chemical, environmental, or biological sciences

Tools

Lab management systems

Job description

A leading environmental services provider in Canada is seeking an experienced Environmental Laboratory Director to manage certified environmental testing laboratories. The ideal candidate will have advanced degrees in chemical, environmental, or biological sciences, along with significant leadership experience in laboratory operations. Responsibilities include supervising testing procedures, ensuring data quality, and managing staff. This role offers opportunities for strategic leadership and excellence in environmental analysis.