Laboratory Manager

4 days ago

Gateshead, Gateshead, United Kingdom Lucion Full time £40,000 - £80,000 per year

Job Introduction

Laboratory Manager – Lucion Services (Gateshead)
Location:
Gateshead, Tyne and Wear

Salary:
Competitive + Excellent Benefits

Contract:
Full Time, Permanent

About Us
At
Lucion Services
, we're dedicated to making the world a safer place to live and work. As one of the UK's leading risk management and compliance consultancies, our laboratories play a crucial role in delivering high-quality asbestos testing, environmental analysis, and scientific innovation. We're now looking for an experienced
Laboratory Manager
to join our Gateshead team and lead a talented group of professionals in driving operational excellence, technical quality, and continuous improvement.

The Role
As our
Laboratory Manager
, you'll oversee the day-to-day operations of our busy analytical laboratories, ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency at every level. You will manage a team of laboratory professionals, uphold UKAS-accredited standards, and lead initiatives to improve performance, customer service, and technical capability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a laboratory team of 10+ full-time employees, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and collaboration.
  • Maintain compliance with ISO 17025, LAB 30, and relevant quality management systems.
  • Oversee all aspects of laboratory performance, including workflow, sample preparation, and analytical procedures.
  • Ensure timely delivery of high-quality results in line with OTD (On Time Delivery) targets and client expectations.
  • Manage laboratory budgets, resources, consumables, and waste disposal.
  • Conduct staff training, authorisations, competency assessments, and performance reviews.
  • Support and lead UKAS audits, accreditation activities, and compliance monitoring.
  • Oversee participation in RICE, AIMS, AISS, SEMS, or equivalent proficiency testing schemes.
  • Develop and implement new analytical methods and drive investment in laboratory capability and innovation.
  • Interpret and report analytical data for internal and external clients.
  • Act as a technical mentor to laboratory and chemistry staff, ensuring robust analytical standards and safety protocols.

About You
We're looking for a technically proficient, people-focused leader with a passion for laboratory excellence and continuous improvement.

Essential Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years' professional experience in asbestos testing or chemistry laboratory operations.
  • Proven leadership experience managing teams of 10+ staff.
  • Strong understanding of ISO 17025, LAB 30, or similar quality systems.
  • Demonstrable record of improving customer service and laboratory performance.
  • Experience managing laboratory budgets and resources.
  • Competence in BOHS proficiency modules.
  • Sound knowledge of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012.
  • Proven experience with UKAS accreditation and audit processes.

Desirable

  • RSPH Level 4 Certificate in Asbestos Laboratory and Project Management.
  • Experience developing new laboratory methods and implementing new technologies.

Why Lucion?

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunity to lead within a UKAS-accredited, market-leading laboratory.
  • Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
  • A positive, inclusive culture built on safety, integrity, and innovation.

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