Overview:
Element has an opportunity for an ASBESTOS LABORATORY MANAGER based at our busy laboratories in Deeside.
Element Deeside is the largest analytical chemistry laboratory within the Element Group and the market leading UK laboratory undertaking the testing of soils, waters, wastes, oils, NAPLs, ambient air, soil vapours and gases from all over the world. The laboratory undertakes high volume routine analysis as well as offering bespoke method development, technical support and hydrocarbon forensic interpretations to enhance the support we can deliver. The laboratory has an international reputation for excellence and supports clients that require a higher level of technical expertise, reliability in data quality and seamless project management from sample collection to timely delivery of data in the format of choice.
We are seeking a highly organized, experienced, and detail-oriented Asbestos Laboratory Manager to oversee daily operations of our asbestos testing laboratory. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring all laboratory activities comply with relevant health and safety standards, regulatory guidelines and internal quality systems. This position requires strong technical knowledge of asbestos sampling and analysis methods, personnel management skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Management of daily laboratory operations and staff to ensure timely and accurate analysis of asbestos samples
• Coaching and training of laboratory analysts and technicians; monitor performance and provide guidance
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Maintain and improve the laboratory’s quality management system, including internal audits, quality control/assurance procedures, and document control
• Ensure all laboratory instrumentation is maintained, calibrated, and operating correctly
• Liaise with clients and regulatory bodies; provide technical advice and support as needed
• Keep up to date with developments in asbestos regulations, laboratory best practices, and analytical methods
• Assist with budgeting, procurement, and resource planning for laboratory operations
• Prepare and present performance reports, audits, and corrective action plans as required
• Promoting compliance with company health and safety requirements, adopting a proactive safety attitude to ensure the safety of all colleagues

Skills / Qualifications:

• The successful candidate will possess P401 and P403 qualifications
• P408 qualification would be advantageous but not essential
• In-depth knowledge of analytical methods including PLM, PCM, (as applicable).
• Experience and knowledge of ISO 17025, HSG 248, and Lab 30 practices and procedures
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, a leader with experience of supervising a team is preferred but not essential
• Familiarity with ISO 17025 accreditation requirements and UKAS (or equivalent) standards
• Experience with laboratory information management systems (LIMS)
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation and COSHH regulations
• Familiarity with Blue book methods for asbestos gravimetric testing is advantageous but not essential

Company Overview:
Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.
When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.
While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.
Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.
Diversity Statement:
At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.
All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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• Management of daily laboratory operations and staff to ensure timely and accurate analysis of asbestos samples
• Coaching and training of laboratory analysts and technicians; monitor performance and provide guidance
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Maintain and improve the laboratory’s quality management system, including internal audits, quality control/assurance procedures, and document control
• Ensure all laboratory instrumentation is maintained, calibrated, and operating correctly
• Liaise with clients and regulatory bodies; provide technical advice and support as needed
• Keep up to date with developments in asbestos regulations, laboratory best practices, and analytical methods
• Assist with budgeting, procurement, and resource planning for laboratory operations
• Prepare and present performance reports, audits, and corrective action plans as required
• Promoting compliance with company health and safety requirements, adopting a proactive safety attitude to ensure the safety of all colleague