Metallurgical Laboratory Manager & Team Lead

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Metallurgical Laboratory Manager in South Yorkshire. You will lead a team of laboratory technicians, ensuring high-quality work and adherence to safety protocols. The ideal candidate has a degree in Metallurgy or similar, over 5 years of experience, and strong technical writing skills. This office-based role offers a salary in the £45,000 - £55,000 range, with sponsorship available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of working in a laboratory environment, ideally for 5+ years.
• Ability to write complex technical reports in a clear and concise manner.
• People management/supervisory experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and managing a team of Laboratory Technicians.
• Ensuring that all work complies with health and safety requirements.
• Maintaining and calibrating equipment as required.
• Delivering accurate reports to stakeholders.
• Personally conducting testing and report writing.

Skills

Experience of microscopy

Mechanical testing

Corrosion

Surface finish

Heat treatment

People management

Technical report writing

Fluent written and spoken English

Education

Degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science or similar

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

Job description

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Metallurgical Laboratory Manager in South Yorkshire. You will lead a team of laboratory technicians, ensuring high-quality work and adherence to safety protocols. The ideal candidate has a degree in Metallurgy or similar, over 5 years of experience, and strong technical writing skills. This office-based role offers a salary in the £45,000 - £55,000 range, with sponsorship available for the right candidate.