Microbiology Laboratory Manager Position

2 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom CV Library Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Laboratory Manager to join our team on an interim basis. This is an exciting opportunity to support the existing management team in delivering operational objectives.

The Role:
  1. To manage the allocation of staff to suitable areas, ensuring all analyses are completed within agreed time scales, quality criteria, and cost-effectively;
  2. To be responsible for personnel appointments, providing adequate training, and conducting disciplinary procedures when necessary;
  3. To ensure compliance with QA regulations, maintaining accreditation to UKAS, and participating in lab audits;
  4. To monitor work, interpret data, and implement corrective action for deviations or anticipated issues;
  5. To maintain good standards regarding safety and environmental standards (e.g., accident reporting, COSHH, waste disposal);
  6. To ensure thorough understanding of every area of analysis, providing support to staff and techniques;
  7. To manage annual leave, monitoring overtime, and authorising required overtime in conjunction with the Business or Site Manager;
  8. To handle HR processes in Lab Operations teams, including disciplinary issues, internal disputes, and supporting Supervisors;

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Degree qualified in a science-based subject (microbiology, chemistry, food chemistry/science);
  • Detailed understanding of microbiology analytical techniques with commercial, high-throughput laboratory experience;
  • Proven experience working within a UKAS accredited laboratory;
  • Flexible, accommodating, and positive approach;

Location: Shropshire
Estimated Salary: £120/day
Duration: 3 months
About Our Client:

Our client is one of the UK's largest independent agricultural testing companies, servicing the whole of the UK and Ireland from their base in Shropshire. They pride themselves on quick, accurate, and reliable chemical analytical testing.



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