Lead Asbestos Lab Manager - UKAS Accredited

Future Select Recruitment; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Benefits

Job summary

Future Select Recruitment is seeking a skilled Asbestos Laboratory Manager to lead an established Glasgow laboratory. You will oversee daily operations, ensure timely analysis and maintain UKAS accreditation while directing a team of Analysts.

The role requires hands-on asbestos analysis to UKAS standards, strong leadership, and a commitment to safety and quality. Part-time or full-time applicants are considered, with competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience working as an Asbestos Laboratory Manager and/or Supervisor.
• Must be qualified with the BOHS P401 as a minimum.
• Beneficial to hold further BOHS/RSPH modules.
• Strong experience managing teams of Laboratory staff.
• Excellent industry technical knowledge.
• Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills.
• Confident communicator.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing daily operations within a UKAS accredited Asbestos Laboratory.
• Supervising teams to ensure works run smoothly.
• Providing training and technical support to Analysts.
• Conducting auditing and quality assurance checks.
• Upholding UKAS accreditation through successful Laboratory management.
• Allocating workloads efficiently.
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients, handling complaints and queries.
• Recording analysis results on an internal database.
• Organising maintenance/repairs of Laboratory equipment.
• Adhering to ISO 17025 and UKAS guidelines.
• Monitoring staff performance and conducting personal review meetings.
• Maintaining strong working relationships with clients.

Skills

Asbestos analysis

Team leadership

Communication

Time management

Education

BOHS P401

Tools

LIMS

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Future Select Recruitment is seeking a skilled Asbestos Laboratory Manager to lead an established Glasgow laboratory. You will oversee daily operations, ensure timely analysis and maintain UKAS accreditation while directing a team of Analysts.

The role requires hands-on asbestos analysis to UKAS standards, strong leadership, and a commitment to safety and quality. Part-time or full-time applicants are considered, with competitive salary and benefits.