Team Leader

Intertek; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading testing and certification organization in the East Midlands is seeking a Team Leader / Section Head. You will provide supervisory and technical support to ensure operational quality and compliance in the laboratory. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a scientific field and significant supervisory experience, along with knowledge of ISO standards. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Collaborative team environment

Ongoing professional development

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in a laboratory or technical testing environment.
• Ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Confident in client liaison and managing technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the section meets operational quality and commercial targets.
• Oversee laboratory operations and team performance.
• Conduct internal audits and monitor compliance.

Skills

Testing standards understanding

Quality systems knowledge

Supervisory experience

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving ability

Education

Degree or HNC in a relevant discipline

Tools

ISO 17025 knowledge

ISO 14001 knowledge

ISO 45001 knowledge

Job description

Description

About You

You’re an experienced laboratory professional with a solid understanding of testing standards, quality systems and team supervision. You take pride in accuracy, safety and developing others and thrive in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment.

Key Requirements

• Degree or HNC (NQF Level 46) in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Proven supervisory experience within a laboratory or technical testing environment.
• Knowledge of ISO 17025 and other relevant QHSE and accreditation standards.
• Strong communication and organisational skills with the ability to motivate and guide a team.
• Confident in client liaison, audit preparation and managing technical documentation.
• Excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making ability under pressure.

About the Opportunity

As a Team Leader / Section Head you’ll provide supervisory and technical support to ensure your section meets daily operational quality and commercial targets in a safe and compliant manner. You’ll also act as deputy to the designated line manager when required.

Key Activities

• Oversee day‑to‑day laboratory operations ensuring testing is carried out accurately, safely and on time.
• Manage team workload, performance and training to maintain technical competency.
• Monitor equipment maintenance and calibration to ensure continued compliance.
• Conduct internal audits and ensure adherence to ISO 17025, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and other standards.
• Authorise test reports and statements of conformity.
• Control purchasing and overtime within agreed budgets.
• Participate in quality and safety reviews, toolbox talks and incident reporting.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in processes, performance and client satisfaction.
• Support Health, Safety and Environmental initiatives: risk assessments and COSHH compliance.
• Represent Intertek professionally with clients and industry partners.

What We Offer

• A collaborative and supportive team environment with growth opportunities.
• Ongoing professional development and technical training.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to make a real impact in one of Intertek’s key embedded laboratories.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who do not discriminate against applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex or national origin.

Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies.

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Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1