Laboratory Manager (Marine Lab-Testing)

Focal Search Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading laboratory service provider in Singapore is seeking an experienced Laboratory Manager for their Marine Lab-Testing division. The role includes overseeing lab operations, managing a team of analysts, and ensuring the accuracy and quality of testing results. The ideal candidate will have at least six years of experience in a petroleum testing lab and familiarity with IP, ASTM, and ISO standards. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years experience in a petroleum testing laboratory.
• At least 3 years in a similar role, familiar with IP, ASTM, and ISO methods.
• Knowledge of ISO 17025 standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee all lab operations.
• Oversee a team of analysts conducting regular sample tests.
• Provide technical advice to lab staff on abnormal samples.
• Implement equipment performance monitoring and maintenance.
• Coordinate inspections by oil majors and regulatory bodies.

Skills

Laboratory operations management

Technical advice and support

Quality control

Training and competency assessments

Job description

About the job Laboratory Manager (Marine Lab-Testing)

Functions and Accountabilities:

Functions and Accountabilities

• 1. To accomplish organizational objectives, plan, coordinate, and oversee all lab operations.
• 2. Oversee a group of analysts to guarantee that regular sample tests are carried out on schedule.
• 3. When necessary, give the lab shift-in-charge and analysts technical advice on how to handle abnormal samples so they can carry out the test.
• 4. Before introducing a new test method and related instrument into the laboratory, it is important to select, verify, and validate them.
• 5. Conduct competency assessments and give new hires and current employees the training they need.
• 6. To minimize downtime and guarantee the validity and traceability of results, implement equipment performance monitoring, calibration, and maintenance.
• 7. Arrange for the necessary equipment acquisition and/or maintenance.
• 8. Make sure all licenses are obtained and upheld.
• 9. Regular evaluation and calibration program adjustment
• 10. Commission new equipment in accordance with operational needs
• 11. Oversee a group of technical advisors and make sure that all reports are produced on schedule and in compliance with the terms of the contract.
• 12. Assist the technical advisors in offering their perspectives, interpreting test findings, and making technical recommendations.
• 13. Provide issue reports for problem investigations, ad hoc project reports, and crucial extra test reports.
• 14. Prepare, organize, and modify all PTP and robin results before submitting them to the ASTM portal, SQC system, etc.
• 15. Overseeing quality control overall
• 16. Verify that all analytical data provided by the analyst is accurate, timely, and comprehensive.
• 17. Coordinate and oversee all oil major or regulatory/accrediting body inspections.

Job prerequisites

• A minimum of six years of experience in a petroleum testing laboratory testing fuel, lubricant, diesel, and grease
• 3 years at least in a comparable rolefamiliarity with IP, ASTM, and ISO methodsfamiliarity with ISO 17025