Laboratory Manager

Nicholas Associates; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy based in Sheffield is seeking a Metallurgical Laboratory Manager / Team Leader. The successful candidate will oversee a team of laboratory professionals, ensuring adherence to health and safety protocols while maintaining equipment accuracy. Ideal candidates have a relevant degree and over 5 years of lab experience, combined with strong technical report writing skills. This role offers a salary between £45,000 - £55,000, with recruitment and training responsibilities included.

Qualifications

• Essential degree level qualification in Metallurgy or Materials Science.
• 5+ years of experience in a laboratory environment is essential.
• Proven ability to write complex technical reports clearly.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of laboratory technicians and metallurgists.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety requirements.
• Maintain and calibrate all laboratory equipment.
• Conduct testing and write reports as part of the team.
• Train and develop staff to ensure skill availability.

Skills

Laboratory management

Microscopy

Mechanical testing

Corrosion

Heat treatment

Technical report writing

People management

Education

Degree in Metallurgy or Materials Science

Post-graduate certifications (Masters, MSc, Meng, PhD)

Job description

Position

Metallurgical Laboratory Manager / Team Leader

Location & Details

Location: South Yorkshire
Sector: Metals testing
Salary: Negotiable, likely to be in the £45,000 - £55,000 range
Hybrid: No, office based in South Yorkshire
Visa Support: Sponsorship may be available for the right candidate

The Role

• Overseeing / managing a team of 3 laboratory technicians, metallurgists, and materials scientists
• Ensuring that all work is carried out according to instructions
• Ensuring that all health and safety requirements are adhered to
• Ensuring that all equipment is maintained and calibrated as required
• Ensuring that all reports are accurate and succinct, delivering all required information to stakeholders
• Personally carrying out testing and report writing as required as part of the team
• Recruitment, training and development of staff to ensure availability of skills
• Providing reports to the SLT on activity levels, costs etc.

About You

• A degree level qualification is essential. This MUST be in Metallurgy, Materials Science or a very similar field
• Post‑graduate certifications (Masters, MSc, Meng, PhD) are most welcome
• Proven experience of working in a laboratory environment, ideally for 5 + years
• Experience of microscopy, mechanical testing, corrosion, surface finish, heat treatment, etc.
• Fluent written and spoken English, with the ability to write complex technical reports in a clear and concise manner
• People management / supervisory experience is very much preferred

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.