Lab Director (Fuel-testing/Oil-testing)

Focal Search Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy and testing firm in Singapore is seeking a Lab Director to oversee fuel and water laboratories across multiple countries. The successful candidate will have at least 15 years of experience in petroleum testing and strong knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 standards. Responsibilities include managing quality assurance, leading laboratory performance, and expanding laboratory networks. Ideal applicants should possess a relevant degree and hands-on experience with laboratory equipment and joint ventures. Competitive package with growth opportunities offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of working experience in petroleum testing laboratory.
• Experience in using GCMS is an added advantage.
• Experience in laboratory subcontracting expansion.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and central line the Accreditation and quality system for the labs.
• Manage the fuel and water laboratories in multiple countries.
• Investigate customer complaints pertaining to lab results.

Skills

Strong knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 standards

Hands on experience with test equipment

Experience in laboratory management

Ability to work cohesively with other departments

Experience in regulatory and accreditation audits

Education

Degree in Chemistry or relevant field

Tools

GCMS

LIMS

Job description

Lab Director (Fuel-testing/Oil-testing)

Responsibilities

• Supervise and central line the Accreditation and quality system for the labs in various regions.
• Manage the fuel and water laboratories in multiple countries.
• Maintain high standard of quality assurance and continuous improvement.
• Manage operating cost efficiency and cost savings and manage the budgeting.
• Keep abreast of advances and changes in laboratory equipment and test methods by reading relevant technical literature or Internet searches.
• Monitor occurrences of non-compliance from the quality system or customer complaint to establish the root causes and implement the appropriate corrective and preventive action.
• Investigate customer complaints pertaining to the lab results.
• Review customer requests to establish whether the laboratory has the resources and capability to conduct additional tests.
• Expand fuel and water laboratory network in assigned regions through subcontract and/or joint venture, Acquisition.
• Assist Management in resource planning for the lab as well as future business development.
• Leading the laboratories to improve laboratory testing capabilities and capacity based on business needs.
• Supervise lab and IT on digital development and connection at all test stations in laboratories.
• Ensure effective communication with team members to achieve appropriate levels of understanding and commitment to business objectives.
• Drive performance management for laboratories staff, supported by adherence to the Company's Performance Management framework, by appraising, coaching, and developing direct reports, ensuring each individual has a set of objectives and is given an annual performance appraisal.
• Manage the vendors/suppliers qualification and procurement of critical material and services.

Requirements

• Degree in Chemistry (or relevant field) or have attained a similar level of knowledge by virtue of experience in relevant field of Chemistry.
• Minimum 15 years of working experience in petroleum testing laboratory.
• Strong knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 standards, well versed in ISO8217 petroleum standard and test parameters.
• Hands on experience with test equipment, calibration, and LIMS connection.
• Experience in regulatory and accreditation audits.
• Experience in using GCMS is an added advantage.
• Experience in laboratory management for multiple laboratories and international team.
• Experience in laboratory subcontracting expansion and development of joint venture partnership.
• Must be able to work cohesively with fellow departments to attain common goals.