Laboratory Manager - Asbestos
Location: New Zealand Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 (£40,000 - £50,000) plus relocation package
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Laboratory Manager - Asbestos to lead and manage an accredited laboratory delivering high-quality asbestos analytical services. This senior role is responsible for laboratory operations, staff leadership, quality systems, and technical oversight in accordance with IANZ ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.
The position suits a technically strong professional with proven leadership capability, strong quality and compliance knowledge, and a commitment to continuous improvement and client service.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage laboratory analysts and technicians to ensure efficient, accurate, and timely delivery of services
- Allocate daily workloads, set priorities, manage rosters, and approve leave
- Recruit, train, mentor, and conduct performance reviews for laboratory staff
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement, teamwork, and accountability
- Undertake and oversee asbestos analysis (bulk, air, and gravimetric)
- Ensure all analysis is completed accurately, efficiently, and within agreed timeframes
- Maintain laboratory capability, equipment calibration, and maintenance
- Participate in out-of-hours and urgent response analysis when required
- Act as a Key Technical Person under ISO/IEC 17025
- Review, authorise, and release test reports
- Maintain proficiency testing and accreditation requirements
- Maintain and improve the Quality Management System
- Conduct internal audits and manage corrective actions
- Identify risks, non-conformances, and opportunities for improvement
- Provide technical advice to clients and internal teams
Skills, Qualifications & Experience
- BOHS Modules 401-408 (or equivalent)
- Minimum 5 years' experience in asbestos laboratory analysis
- Strong knowledge of ISO17025
- Proven experience managing laboratory staff and operations
- Excellent microscopy skills and attention to detail
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office and laboratory systems)
What's On Offer
- Senior leadership role within an accredited laboratory
- Opportunity to influence laboratory performance and development
- Supportive professional environment
- Competitive remuneration based on experience
If you are interested in a once in a lifetime opportunity in a beautiful Country, then please call Becky Kerridge on , or simply email with your current CV.
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