Whitehall Recruitment Ltd

Laboratory Manager - Energy Performance Certification - Testing - Ref 2521 Our client is one of the UK s most trusted rating councils for verifying the energy performance of windows and doors. The Laboratory Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the laboratory, ensuring that the facility operates efficiently and safely. This role involves managing laboratory staff, coordinating research activities, maintaining equipment, ensuring compliance with UKAS accreditations, health and safety regulations, and supporting the development and implementation of laboratory policies and procedures. Responsibilities: Overseeing the planning and execution of experiments, ensuring adherence to protocols and timelines. Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and developing safety protocols and emergency procedures. Completing reports for all work carried out in accordance with the requirements of ISO,EN,BS and any other applicable standards. Maintaining laboratory equipment, ensuring all tools and machines are calibrated, in good working condition; this will include coordinating repairs and replacements as necessary. Managing laboratory budgets, including purchasing supplies and managing inventory. Preparing and reviewing technical and research reports. Delivering customer service to standards and to deadlines Supporting corporate events and marketing activities. Requirements: Experience with working under the requirements of a UKAS approved organisation or the implementation of ISO 9001. Proven experience in a laboratory setting, with at least 3-5 years in a supervisory or managerial role. Experienced in dealing with customers, demonstrating a high level of customer care. Strong understanding of laboratory procedures, techniques, and safety protocols. Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities with attention to detail. Whitehall is the Recruitment Specialist for the Chemical, Polymer, Coatings and Life Science Industries.

Our Client is the leading specialist distributor of cold applied road marking, road repair and reinstatement systems. They are seeking a R&D Engineer who will support their in development projects. This is a hands-on role where the individual will collaborate across all stakeholders, instigate, drive and own an array of projects for cold applied road/surface repair and reinstatement systems. Responsibilities: Run product demos and client presentations related to Product Development Carrying out market research for development opportunities Carrying out competitive product analysis Sourcing product/solution options and partners Collaborating with labs & universities for development work Undertaking practical testing & prototyping of products Attending and supporting on-site testing Reporting on testing completed Technical data sheet creation Travel in the UK and Europe which may be during unsocial hours. Candidate Profile: Appropriate degree/post graduate degree in a subject relevant to industrial paints, chemicals or civil engineering materials. Experience working within an industrial/contracting environment and able to demonstrate evidence of delivering projects with stakeholders desirable Would suit either a Chemist, or Engineer from a civil engineering, construction or highways background Benefits Package: Working hours are 7:30am-4:30pm, 22 days holiday

Sectors; chemical distribution, surface coatings, adhesives, sealants, construction materials, polymers, resins, pigments, paints Excellent career prospects as historically this role has led to a Technical Sales Manager position. Full training and support will be provided. Working hours are 8.45am to 5pm Monday to Thursday, and 8.45am to 3pm on Friday. Flexible working 1 day per week Additional benefits include Holiday Purchase Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme, 25 days holiday. Responsibilities of Inside Sales Account Manager: Deliver commercial objectives and revenue targets within assigned industry verticals and European territories. Identify, qualify, and convert new business opportunities Build and manage relationships with customers across Europe, tailoring communication and proposals to vertical and regional needs. Implement business development strategies defined by the Business Manager and supported by in-house marketing campaigns. Contribute to lead generation efforts that drive growth across defined sectors and geographies. Analyse market and customer data to identify opportunities and inform commercial action. Maintain accurate CRM records, capturing all interactions by sector and territory. Provide monthly sales development updates segmented by sector and European territory, with insights into pipeline status and opportunity conversion. Participate in regular commercial reviews and planning sessions with the Business Manager. Submit timely and detailed reports on customer contact and market feedback. Ensure effective cross-functional communication with internal stakeholders to support customer and principal needs across Europe. Inside Sales Account Manager Profile: Degree-qualified in Chemistry or a closely related scientific discipline (essential)

Our client is a world leading chemical and ingredients distributor active in more than 1000 specialty and commodity products from more than 850 of the world's best manufacturers. Their products are supplied into, the Household & Personal Care, Food & Nutraceutical, Animal Health & Nutrition, and Polymer Industries and many other market sectors...... click apply for full job details