CMT - Laboratory Manager

Company Description
We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

Job Description
Lead, innovate, and inspire as our Laboratory Manager We're looking for a dynamic leader to oversee the safe operation and performance of our CMT laboratory in Perth, WA. Accredited with NATA ISO17025, our lab conducts onsite NDM and concrete testing, as well as onsite sampling of soils, concrete, and aggregate.

In this full-time role, you'll drive compliance with industry standards, ensure outstanding customer service, and cultivate a collaborative team culture. Take charge of staff development, succession planning, and the future success of our lab.

Responsibilities Includes But Are Not Limited Too

• Oversee all laboratory operations
• Managing resources of staff and equipment to ensure clients receive timely test results for their projects
• Implement strategies that optimise operational effectiveness
• Conduct testing as required
• Actively engage with current and potential new customers
• Maintain effective communication with Management and provide timely, accurate reporting to the Business Manager
• Ensure technicians receive adequate and appropriately documented training and development in accordance with SGS and NATA requirements
• Ensure the laboratories adhere to quality standards and test results and reports are issued in accordance with ISO 17025
• Implement and drive key Lean tools (i.e. Kaizen, Kanban).

Qualifications
The perfect fit for this role will have:

• An Advanced Diploma in Laboratory Techniques
• In-depth knowledge of ISO 17025
• Proven experience as a Laboratory Manager or Supervisor
• Comprehensive knowledge of, and previous NATA signatory for soil AS1289 and MRWA test methods
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and drive teams
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Exceptional communication skills to effectively liaise with clients and contractors at all levels
• A solid track record of understanding and meeting customer requirements

Think you're the right fit? Apply now via the link or email Christopher.Howard@sgs.com

Additional Information

WHY WORK FOR SGS?
Working at SGS means joining an innovative, Global company. Here are some of the benefits to working for SGS.

• As a company, we have embraced the shift to flexible work
• Sustainability is embedded in our culture and the way we do business
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time for volunteering day and blood donations
• Corporate health & wellbeing offers
• Ongoing learning & development
• Career development opportunities (Nationally and Globally)
• SGS Rewards: Our employee benefits platform with access to retail and online discounts and cashback

COME TO WORK AND BE 100% YOU
SGS Australia supports a diverse workforce, we encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability.

Providing employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is an important part of our SGS Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). We truly believe the diversity among us will continue to foster a strong, innovative, and forward-thinking workplace.

SGS Australia acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Other
Industries: Retail Office Equipment, Consumer Services, and Oil and Gas