Laboratory Team Lead: Chemistry Analysis & Quality Control

Celnor; North East; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Performance bonus

Free on-site parking

Health and wellbeing programme

Life insurance (2x salary)

Referral bonus of £1,000

Sick pay and enhanced maternity & pppp

Job summary

Chemtech Environmental Limited is seeking a Laboratory Co-ordinator to oversee daily laboratory operations and supervise the team, ensuring timely, accurate analytical results. The role combines technical analysis with staff development and quality management.

You will work closely with the Laboratory Manager to maintain high standards, coordinate training, and drive continuous improvement across processes and methods.

Qualifications

• A BSc in Chemistry or a related scientific subject is required.
• At least 2 years of hands-on experience in chemical analysis.
• Good understanding of analytical chemistry techniques, particularly inorganic analysis.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise, motivate and develop laboratory staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and monitor daily workloads to meet laboratory deadlines.
• Supervise Senior Chemists, Chemists and Laboratory Technicians; provide day-to-day people management.
• Lead by example to promote a positive, productive working environment.
• Coordinate with other laboratory departments to ensure effective communication and workflow.
• Oversee stock levels and ordering of laboratory consumables; ensure housekeeping and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Analytical thinking

Education

BSc in Chemistry or related scientific subject

Tools

Inorganic analysis techniques

Job description

Chemtech Environmental Limited is seeking a Laboratory Co-ordinator to oversee daily laboratory operations and supervise the team, ensuring timely, accurate analytical results. The role combines technical analysis with staff development and quality management.

You will work closely with the Laboratory Manager to maintain high standards, coordinate training, and drive continuous improvement across processes and methods.