Analytical Lab Leader (GC-MS/LC-MS) – Growth & Excellence

SGS; Thirsk; Vor Ort; GBP 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Performance related bonus

BUPA Private medical cover

Competitive pension scheme

Generous Annual Leave + bank holidays

Retailer Discounts

Enhanced parental pay

Zusammenfassung

SGS laboratory is seeking a Laboratory Manager to own operations and lead a high-performing team of chemists and analysts. You will balance commercial performance with scientific excellence, driving efficiency, quality, and client service across analytical chemistry activities.

Responsibilities include overseeing GC-MS, LC-MS, and ICP instrumentation, ensuring UKAS/ISO 17025 and HSE compliance, and fostering innovation in method development and process improvements.

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry or related scientific discipline.
• Hands-on experience with analytical lab techniques and instrumentation (GC-MS, LC-MS, ICP).
• Proven experience leading larger laboratory teams with performance management and resource planning.
• Experience in analytical testing environments (chemical/oil & gas or related).
• Strong understanding of lab quality systems, UKAS accreditation, ISO 17025 and HSE requirements.

Aufgaben

• Lead day-to-day laboratory operations and ensure timely sample processing and reporting.
• Drive performance, efficiency, quality and profitability of the lab.
• Coach, develop and manage a high-performing team of chemists and analysts.
• Provide technical leadership across analytical chemistry activities and uphold scientific standards.
• Oversee use, maintenance and development of instrumentation (GC-MS, LC-MS, ICP).
• Ensure compliance with UKAS, ISO 17025 and HSE procedures.
• Build strong client relationships and deliver excellent service.
• Support method development, process improvement and innovation to enhance capabilities.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and business growth.

Kenntnisse

Lab leadership

People development

Stakeholder mgmt

Analytical chemistry

Ausbildung

BSc in Chemistry

Tools

GC-MS

LC-MS

ICP

Jobbeschreibung

SGS laboratory is seeking a Laboratory Manager to own operations and lead a high-performing team of chemists and analysts. You will balance commercial performance with scientific excellence, driving efficiency, quality, and client service across analytical chemistry activities.

Responsibilities include overseeing GC-MS, LC-MS, and ICP instrumentation, ensuring UKAS/ISO 17025 and HSE compliance, and fostering innovation in method development and process improvements.