Head of ICP & Soils Operations

FBA LABORATORIES; Cappoquin; On-site; EUR 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading analytical services provider located in Cappoquin, Ireland, is seeking a Head of ICP and Soils. This role is crucial for managing laboratory operations, ensuring efficient workflows, and leading cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will possess a BSc. in a relevant scientific discipline and demonstrate exceptional leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary, predominantly Monday to Friday working schedule, and additional benefits including a bike-to-work scheme and employee assistance program. Applicants must be committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Benefits

Bike to work scheme

Employee assistance program

On-site parking

Sick pay

Qualifications

• Exceptional leadership, organisational, and strategic thinking skills.
• Proven experience in an operations focused role within a laboratory.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems, laboratory QA and QC practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end‑to‑end laboratory workflow with efficiency.
• Design and implement laboratory processes to improve operations.
• Monitor operational KPIs and lead corrective actions as necessary.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Operational risk management

Capacity planning

Process improvement

Communication

Education

BSc. in a relevant scientific discipline

Tools

LIMS

Job description

A leading analytical services provider located in Cappoquin, Ireland, is seeking a Head of ICP and Soils. This role is crucial for managing laboratory operations, ensuring efficient workflows, and leading cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will possess a BSc. in a relevant scientific discipline and demonstrate exceptional leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary, predominantly Monday to Friday working schedule, and additional benefits including a bike-to-work scheme and employee assistance program. Applicants must be committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.