Salmonella QA & Lab Compliance Lead

Animal & Plant Health Agency; Weybridge; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Animal & Plant Health Agency (APHA) seeks an experienced microbiologist to support Salmonella strategy through auditing, training, and expert QA oversight. The post involves auditing Defra-approved laboratories, interpreting proficiency data, and preparing reports.

The role requires travel to Weybridge and external sites, contributing to the National Control Programme and DAL inspections while maintaining ISO17025/QA guidance across the network. An advanced microbiology background is essential.

Qualifications

• Auditing and training delivery for APHA and DALs across multiple sites.
• Strong familiarity with Defra procedures and international standards.
• Ability to interpret QA data and provide actionable reports.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct audits to monitor compliance with Defra and APHA procedures.
• Oversee performance of Defra-approved Salmonella testing laboratories.
• Coordinate and advise on responses to audit findings across UK sites.

Skills

Auditing

Training

Advisory services

Education

MSc Microbiology

Tools

ISO17025

UKAS

VETQAS

Job description

Animal & Plant Health Agency (APHA) seeks an experienced microbiologist to support Salmonella strategy through auditing, training, and expert QA oversight. The post involves auditing Defra-approved laboratories, interpreting proficiency data, and preparing reports.

The role requires travel to Weybridge and external sites, contributing to the National Control Programme and DAL inspections while maintaining ISO17025/QA guidance across the network. An advanced microbiology background is essential.