Laboratory Manager – Job Description
Wood is currently recruiting for a Laboratory Manager to be based at SAGE St Fergus Site.
The Laboratory Manager must hold a degree in Chemical Sciences (or a related scientific discipline) and has extensive experience in the day‑to‑day operation of a self‑sufficient laboratory environment. Candidates must possess strong knowledge of laboratory sampling, analysis, and reporting requirements within a gas processing site, ensuring compliance with operational and regulatory standards.
The Role
The Laboratory Manager is responsible for the day‑to‑day running of the Terminal Laboratory. They will ensure that all work carried out by laboratory personnel conforms to the requirements of the Quality System and to those of Wood and all accreditation bodies and shall act as the UKAS Technical and Quality Manager.
What We Can Offer
- Meaningful and interesting projects supporting green hydrogen and fuel switching, as well as local clients with energy transition.
- Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across its business.
- Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
- Flexible benefits package; inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle.
- Commitment to continued professional development; development plans tailored to your individual needs and interests.
- Global connections; join experts around the world shaping the standards of our profession.
Responsibilities
- Ensure on a day‑to‑day basis that the UKAS Accreditation Standard ISO 17025 requirements are met.
- Day‑to‑day running of the Terminal Laboratory.
- Provide training and technical assistance to laboratory personnel.
- Perform sampling, analysis and report results as required in accordance with procedures.
- Ensure all work by laboratory personnel conforms to the Quality System and accreditation bodies.
- Continually develop, implement and improve laboratory policies, procedures, and work instructions.
- Organise purchases with site Administrators, requesting quotes and ordering consumables and equipment.
- Assist in the investigation of accidents and incidents.
- Develop, document and deliver Toolbox Talks.
- Raise any health, safety, and environmental questions or queries from laboratory personnel to site management.
- Become familiar with Health, Safety & Environment information issued by Wood.
- Report all accidents, incidents and near misses according to Wood procedures.
- Ensure correct Personal Protective Equipment is worn as required.
- Oversee sampling, analysis and reporting carried out by laboratory personnel.
- Supervise laboratory personnel and vendors during execution of their work.
- Liaise with Operations and Maintenance departments during execution of laboratory activities.
Qualifications
At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. Even if you do not match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply.
Skills and Experience
- Degree in chemical sciences or another scientific discipline.
- Experience in the day‑to‑day running of a self‑sufficient laboratory.
- Knowledge of laboratory sampling, analysis and reporting requirements for a gas processing site.
- Knowledge of ensuring that the UKAS Accreditation Standard ISO 17025 requirements are met on a day‑to‑day basis in a laboratory.
- Technical expertise to aid site personnel.
- Experience of training and continual development of personnel.
- Aware of the hazards and safety requirements associated with a gas processing terminal and laboratory processes.
- Developing COSHH Assessments.
- Developing Risk Assessments.
- Developing and raising permits within the Integrated Safe System of Work process.
About Us
Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 45 countries, employing around 25,000 people. www.woodplc.com
Diversity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
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