Laboratory Manager

1 week ago


Perth, Western Australia SGS Australia Pty Ltd Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year

Company Description

SGS Australia is a leading provider of Testing, Inspection, and Certification services, supporting multiple industries across the country with trusted expertise and technical excellence. Backed by SGS's global legacy of over 140 years, we operate one of the largest networks of accredited laboratories and field facilities in Australia, with a network of more than 50 offices and laboratories and over 1,400 employees across Australia. We are accredited by NATA and ISO 9001, ensuring our services meet both Australian and international standards.

Job Description

SGS has a great opportunity for a Geochemistry Laboratory Manager join team in Tennant Creek, NT. This is a FIFO opportunity from Perth. The roster is 2 weeks on 2 weeks off days only

Responsibilities include, however not limited to:

  • Keep clients informed on progress of samples and answer queries.
  • Manage priorities and monitor progress to ensure timeliness and quality of results.
  • Maintain appropriate staff levels and encourage enhancement of skills.
  • Ensure adequate organisational structure is in place.
  • Ensure staff training and records are kept.
  • Responsible for quality and accuracy of results.
  • Provide regular management and quality reports.
  • Maintain Quality Management System and Laboratory Manuals.
  • Ensure equipment is adequately maintained.
  • Maintain and improve own knowledge to be able to contribute towards progression of the laboratory.
  • Responsibility for P&L whilst working within a defined budget.
  • Contribute to setting operating and capex budget

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Professional qualifications in chemistry or a related discipline or equivalent demonstrable experience
  • Experience in geochemistry laboratory work and chemical knowledge
  • Basic understanding of computer applications
  • Experience in supervising staff
  • Demonstrated experience in administration
  • Competent in using CCLAS LIMS
  • Knowledge of Company Quality Systems
  • Basic business finance understanding

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.


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