At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead lab operations, mentor staff, and drive client relationships in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join a leading organisation in environmental testing based in Darwin.
- Benefits: Permanent role with opportunities for relocation and career advancement.
- Other info: Ideal for ambitious candidates looking to step up their career.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a vital industry while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's in Science and experience in NATA accredited lab operations required.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
- Seeking a dynamic and ambitious Laboratory Supervisor to drive growth, build strong client relationships, lead the team and position the organisation as a leader in environmental and occupational testing services
- Based in Darwin, NT
• Candidates open to relocating are encouraged to apply!
• Open to candidates looking for a step up!
About the company/role
- Seeking a dynamic and ambitious Laboratory Supervisor to drive growth, build strong client relationships, lead the team and position the organisation as a leader in environmental and occupational testing services
- Based in Darwin, NT
- Permanent opportunity
• Candidates open to relocating are encouraged to apply!
• Open to candidates looking for a step up!
Duties/responsibilities
- Laboratory Operations
- Oversee daily lab operations, resource allocation, and instrument performance
- Monitor workflow and reassign tasks to meet turnaround times
- Ensure equipment calibration and maintenance are completed on schedule
- Adapt to changing priorities and perform additional duties as needed e. g. laboratory benchwork
- People & Culture
- Leadteam management processes
- Conduct regular check‑ins and performance reviews
- Create and maintain development plans for all team members
- Mentor and coach staff
- Maintain staffing levels and support a positive team culture
- Client Management & Business Development
- Build and maintain strong client relationships
- Act as first contact for clients
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities
- Provide client visit reports and maintain client insights
- Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with NATA, ISO, and internal QMS requirements
- Support method improvements and audit readiness
- Continuous Improvement
- Identify and implement process improvements
- Encourage team ideas for workflow optimisation
- Support evaluation and validation of new methods and technologies
Skills/experience
- Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science, Chemistry, or similar discipline
- Must have prior experience in lab operations ofa NATA accreditated laboratory environment and a strong technical background
- Experience in an environmental laboratory is highly ideal
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail
- Teamwork skills and ability to mentor junior staff
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