Laboratory Manager — Metallurgy & Materials Leadership

The Master Builder's; Tadcaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Tadcaster is seeking a Laboratory Manager to oversee a team of Laboratory Technicians and Scientists. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with health and safety standards and maintain laboratory equipment. Candidates must have a degree in Metallurgy or Materials Science, with at least 5 years of laboratory experience. Excellent report writing skills in English are essential. This role promises a dynamic environment with significant responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or a related field required.
• 5+ years of proven laboratory experience is essential.
• Strong preference for supervisory experience in a laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage a team of Laboratory Technicians and Scientists.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Maintain and calibrate lab equipment as required.
• Provide reports to the Senior Leadership Team on key metrics.

Skills

Laboratory management

Technical report writing

Microscopy

Mechanical testing

Corrosion knowledge

People management

Education

Degree in Metallurgy or Materials Science

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

Job description

A leading construction firm in Tadcaster is seeking a Laboratory Manager to oversee a team of Laboratory Technicians and Scientists. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with health and safety standards and maintain laboratory equipment. Candidates must have a degree in Metallurgy or Materials Science, with at least 5 years of laboratory experience. Excellent report writing skills in English are essential. This role promises a dynamic environment with significant responsibilities.