Laboratory Manager - Organics

LabRulez; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave 25-30 days + 8 holidays

Buy annual leave

Enhanced Sick Pay Scheme

Salary Progression based on competency

Perkbox discounts & wellness

Learning/study support

Car Parking on-site

Job summary

ALS is seeking an Organics Laboratory Manager to lead the Organics Team in delivering high-quality analytical testing and logistics support. You will drive safe, compliant, on-time delivery while developing people, improving processes, and deputising for the Department Manager when needed.

The role requires strong leadership, good knowledge of ISO 17025/UKAS, and a proactive approach to quality and safety. You will contribute to continuous improvement and sit within a global testing network.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND (or equivalent) in a relevant subject.
• Significant experience in a commercial testing laboratory.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 17025/UKAS requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a busy Organics Team to deliver on-time results with analytical integrity.
• Promote Health & Safety culture and ensure compliance with ALS policies.
• Maintain UKAS/ISO 17025 standards through audits and right-first-time discipline.
• Authorise/review SOPs and methods to ensure validity and robustness.
• Investigate issues, document accurately, and drive timely corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Customer Services on technical queries and product quality matters.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and training plans to strengthen the team.
• Deliver continuous improvement with OpEx to embed better ways of working.

Skills

Leadership

Health & Safety

Quality Management

Communication

Planning & Organisation

Problem Solving (Root Cause)

Integrity & Confidentiality

Team Development & PDPs

Education

HNC/HND in a relevant subject

Tools

ISO 17025/MCERTS knowledge

Job description

ALS is a global leader in testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in a wide range of industries around the world. Using advanced technologies and innovative methods, we help our clients leverage data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.

Our people are the heart of our business, driving testing solutions and innovations to solve complex challenges and create lasting value for our clients. But most importantly, our people care – for each other and for the work we do. With over 20,000 team members across 70 countries, you’ll be part of a global network. Learn more about what makes our workplace great here.

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.

When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.

Laboratory Manager - Organics

Overview

Shape your future. At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. We want you to have the opportunity to create your own career pathway that will expand and develop your skills to grow a diverse and fulfilling career at ALS.

We’re looking for an Organics Laboratory Manager to lead the day-to-day running of the Organics Team delivering high-quality analytical testing and/or logistics support to keep the lab performing at its best. You’ll drive safe, compliant, on-time delivery - while developing people, improving processes, and deputising for the Department Manager when needed.

The day to day

• Lead, motivate and performance-manage a busy team to deliver productivity and on-time results without compromising analytical integrity
• Promote a strong Health & Safety culture; ensure full compliance with HSE requirements and ALS policies
• Maintain UKAS/ISO 17025 standards in your area through routine checks, audits and right-first-time discipline
• Authorise/review SOPs and analytical methods to ensure they remain valid, robust and fit for purpose
• Investigate issues/nonconformances, ensure accurate documentation, and drive timely corrective actions
• Partner with Customer Services on technical queries and product quality matters to protect customer experience
• Own capability: training plans, competence records, coaching and PDPs to build a confident, flexible team
• Support recruitment, selection and onboarding to strengthen resourcing and succession
• Deliver continuous improvement and operational excellence, working with the OpEx team to embed better ways of working
• Deputise for the Department Manager across H&S, Quality, HR and Production/Delivery as required

The Essentials

• HNC/HND (or equivalent) in a relevant subjectand/orsignificant experience in a commercial testing laboratory
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 17025/UKAS requirements (MCERTS experience beneficial)
• Demonstrable people leadership skills (performance management, coaching, difficult conversations)
• Solid understanding of Quality Management Systems and a “do it right” mindset
• Confident communicator who can work effectively with teams, managers and Customer Services
• Proven ability to plan, prioritise and organise resources to meet turnaround and service targets
• Track record of driving improvements and solving problems using data and root-cause thinking
• High standards of integrity and confidentiality when handling technical and people matters
• Comfortable staying technically current in the area (expected <10% bench time)
• Willing and able to comply with the nine regulatory competencies (mandatory for Potable; required elsewhere)

Our benefits include:

• Annual Leave commencing at 25 days (rising to 30) plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part time)
• Ability to Buy annual leave.
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme
• Salary Progression Scheme based on technical and behavioural competencies.
• Perkbox membership providing access to discount vouchers and wellness hub.
• Learning/study support
• Car Parking on-site

Working at ALS

The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.

Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence.

At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us.

We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.

Everyone Matters

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.

ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.

To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.