Team Leader - Field Services

ALS Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

ALS Limited is seeking a dedicated Team Leader for their Field Services in Coventry. The role involves managing a team of Sampling Technicians and ensuring the highest standards in health and safety. The successful candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a proactive attitude, and a commitment to environmental monitoring.

Benefits

Annual Leave commencing at 25 days

Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme

Salary Progression Scheme

Perkbox membership

Learning/study support

Group Personal Pension Plan

Car Parking on-site

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing and motivating a team.
• Physically fit and willing to work outdoors in all weathers.
• Able to travel across the UK as required.

Responsibilities

• Leading, motivating and managing a team of Sampling Technicians.
• Ensuring high standards in Health & Safety, quality assurance, and team performance.
• Planning rotas, coordinating workloads, and ensuring efficient resource use.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Leadership

IT competency

Health & Safety knowledge

Education

HNC/HND or equivalent field experience

Job description

Imagine your future with us
At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.

When you join ALS, you join a purpose and values-driven team that empowers you to innovate, create, and thrive.

Our global team turns up each day with passion and commitment to do amazing things, always challenging our thinking to find ways to solve some of the world’s most complex problems for a safer, healthier world.

The Role
Are you a confident leader with a hands-on approach and a passion for people and the planet? We're looking for a dedicatedTeam Leaderto join ourField Servicesdepartment in Coventry. This is your opportunity to step into a pivotal role, guiding a team of Sampling Technicians who carry out essential environmental monitoring and sampling for our key clients.The role is primarily office-based, with regular travel required for on-site and fieldwork duties as part of your responsibilities.

Hours Per Week:37
Days Per Week:Monday to Friday (including standby rota for weekends and bank holidays)
Contract:Full Time and Permanent
Location:Coventry
Annual Salary:£29,690 - 39,960 per annum

Please Note:Due to the nature of work undertaken it is a requirement that satisfactory security clearance is obtained to carry out this role.

The day to day

• Leading, motivating and managing a team of field-based Sampling Technicians
• Ensuring high standards inHealth & Safety,quality assurance, andteam performance
• Providing hands-on support by undertaking sampling duties when needed
• Planning rotas, coordinating workloads and ensuring efficient use of time and resources
• Liaising closely with Field Services Project Managers to ensure sampling targets are met
• Overseeing the maintenance and proper use of vehicles, field equipment and PPE
• Supporting staff development through regular audits, feedback, and performance reviews

13th June, 2025

Imagine your future with us
At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.

When you join ALS, you join a purpose and values-driven team that empowers you to innovate, create, and thrive.

Our global team turns up each day with passion and commitment to do amazing things, always challenging our thinking to find ways to solve some of the world’s most complex problems for a safer, healthier world.

The Role
Are you a confident leader with a hands-on approach and a passion for people and the planet? We're looking for a dedicatedTeam Leaderto join ourField Servicesdepartment in Coventry. This is your opportunity to step into a pivotal role, guiding a team of Sampling Technicians who carry out essential environmental monitoring and sampling for our key clients.The role is primarily office-based, with regular travel required for on-site and fieldwork duties as part of your responsibilities.

Hours Per Week:37
Days Per Week:Monday to Friday (including standby rota for weekends and bank holidays)
Contract:Full Time and Permanent
Location:Coventry
Annual Salary:£29,690 - 39,960 per annum

Please Note:Due to the nature of work undertaken it is a requirement that satisfactory security clearance is obtained to carry out this role.

The day to day

• Leading, motivating and managing a team of field-based Sampling Technicians
• Ensuring high standards inHealth & Safety,quality assurance, andteam performance
• Providing hands-on support by undertaking sampling duties when needed
• Planning rotas, coordinating workloads and ensuring efficient use of time and resources
• Liaising closely with Field Services Project Managers to ensure sampling targets are met
• Overseeing the maintenance and proper use of vehicles, field equipment and PPE
• Supporting staff development through regular audits, feedback, and performance reviews

The Essentials

• Proven experience managing and motivating a team
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• A proactive, professional attitude with the ability to work under pressure
• Physically fit and willing to work outdoors in all weathers
• Competent in IT and digital systems
• Able to travel across the UK as required
• Full clean UK driving licence
• A minimum of HNC/HND or equivalent field experience
• Working knowledge of Health & Safety and Quality Management systems

Working at ALS
Our people drive our success at ALS.

We are a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. We reward excellence and uphold our values in our work and how we treat each other.

At ALS, you’ll be supported to expand your skills and develop new ones so you can reach your full potential. We invest in our people with a range of programs and provide opportunities across the company, giving our people scope to grow diverse careers and develop as leaders.

We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and the communities where we work.

Our benefits include:

• Annual Leave commencing at 25 days (rising to 30) plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part time)
• Ability to Buy annual leave.
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme
• Salary Progression Scheme based on technical and behavioural competencies.
• ‘Celebrating Success’ Recognition Awards
• Perkbox membership providing access to discount vouchers and wellness hub.
• Learning/study support
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Car Parking on-site

Everyone matters
ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.

About ALS
ALS is a global leader in scientific testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in more than 60 countries across a wide range of industries, including environment, food and beverage, mining, personal care, pharmaceutical, healthcare and equipment reliability. Using state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies, our dedicated international teams deliver the highest-quality testing services and personalised solutions supported by local expertise. We help our clients leverage the power of data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.

Eligibility
To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a UK Citizen, Permanent Resident or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.

How to apply
Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrateyour motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.

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