Laboratory Manager Lead

1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Evolve Scientific Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

About the company/role:

  • One of Victoria's major environmental regulators. They work to prevent and reduce the harmful effects of pollution and waste on Victorians and their environment.
  • They are a values and purpose driven organization that works with the community, governments and industry
  • Based in Macleod
  • Onsite parking
  • 3-month contract with potential for extension
  • ASAP start

About the role

Reporting to the Division Support Officer, this role will oversee and enable a fit for purpose test and calibration operational facility in the Science Division, including guiding and upskilling lab users on lab safety, quality and culture. Your duties may include but are not limited to:

  • Undertake and oversee management of laboratory operations, compliance, audit and safety programs
  • Implement and manage programs to ensure compliance with laboratory standards, operating models, accreditations and regulatory requirements in a government environment.
  • Undertake compliance checks, inspections and reporting for OHS and WHS legislation, regulations and policies
  • Development, streamline and implement overarching policies and procedures for the operation of the laboratories
  • Oversee and implement an overarching quality management system and conduct routine inspections, tests and audits documenting findings, recommendations and support in the implementation of corrective actions
  • Plan and oversee the laboratory's budget, including purchases of equipment and supplies.
  • Support the company's asset management, planning, registering, decommissioning, procurement and contract management where required

About you:

  • A relevant tertiary degree or qualifications in a Science related field is desirable
  • Experience in operating a facility to laboratory safety and quality standards
  • Experience leading a laboratory following ISO IEC 17025 is highly desired
  • Advanced knowledge of implementing and using a Quality Management System is highly regarded
  • A broad understanding of environmental regulations is desirable
  • Strong communication and organization skills, with the ability to prioritize across multiple competing demands
  • Proven ability to work as an effective member of a cohesive team with a demonstrated commitment to the successful delivery of the highest organizational priorities

Apply

If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).

Or, if you have any questions, please contact Sarah or Deborah on

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

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