Laboratory Manager - Geo-Analytical Laboratory

About Bureau Veritas:

Created in 1828, Bureau Veritas is a world leader in laboratory testing, inspection and certification services.

We have a vital role in maintaining quality, safety and environmental standards of countless products, commodities, systems, buildings, infrastructure, and projects.

In every industry sector we play, Bureau Veritas acts as a trusted guardian of the quality, safety and environmental standards which protect our population and safeguard our communities.

For over 70 years, Bureau Veritas has been serving the Pacific, including Australia and New Zealand. Today, our business 2,800+ employees and operates 50 offices and labs across the Pacific.

Metals & Minerals

As industry leaders in laboratory testing, Bureau Veritas Minerals has extensive operations throughout Australia providing services across the entire exploration and mining project cycle. Our state-of-the-art laboratories are strategically placed to help provide a wide range of inspection and laboratory testing services across a broad range of commodities.

The Opportunity  

We are seeking a Laboratory Manager for our Geo-Analytical Laboratory in Adelaide, SA who will be responsible for managing laboratory operations. In this role you will be responsible for the effective management, operation, and the safety of the laboratory. You will coordinate activities, provide technical support, and oversee staff.

Key Responsibilities  

• Provide a clean and safe working environment for staff to safely work and develop following all QHSE procedures and policies
• Ensuring the Financial and Functional control of the Lab meets or exceeds the KPI’s and the business expectations, to maximise the operational profit
• Provide feedback regarding quality of work and requirements for improvement to the Laboratory Staff, monitoring performance and development and performance manage where required
• Maximise equipment efficiencies, ensuring equipment is regularly Maintained, Calibrated and Repaired in a timely manner
• Provide technical support to our Business Development Team
• Provide feedback and background to the origin of samples, the process the sample undergoes before it reaches the laboratory and the relevance of the quality of standards and information provided to clients
• Ensure ISO 9001 and ISO 17025 accreditation is kept and managed
• Coordination of day-to-day operational requirements of the testing laboratory and ensure work is completed in a timely manner
• Supervision and management of laboratory staff including training and upskilling of technicians
• Participate in arranging and hosting current client and prospective client visits

About You  

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or related course
• A dedication to a safe workplace culture and adherence to local WHS laws.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement new initiatives that improve the department/organisation
• Knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 requirements
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment, related supplies, computer hardware and software, and their applications
• Extensive experience in Geo-analytical Laboratories
• Good understanding of sample testing operations and maintenance is required
• Strong communication, leadership and organisational skills are required. 
• Proficient computer software literacy
• Excellent organisational, teamwork, problem solving and communication skills.

Desirable: 

• Experience in Sample preparation and other laboratory analysis will be advantageous
• Experience in Sample Analysis and Quality Control would be highly regarded
• Current Radiation licence to operate X-Ray instrumentation will be highly regarded
• Experience as a Radiation Officer will be highly regarded
• Exposure to operating and maintaining Spectral equipment is highly regarded

How we care

We offer a competitive salary and an opportunity to advance your career in a leading global organisation, as well as: 

• Cultural leave to honour traditions and community
• Fantastic Training and Development opportunities
• Discounted Health & Wellbeing Platform
• Free access to our Employee Assistance Program supported by Lifework’s
• Discounted Health Insurance with Bupa
• Access to Cliqit, an employee retail discounts portal
• Superannuation Salary Sacrifice

A rewarding career  

This role offers more than building a resume—it’s a chance to leave your mark. We offer you the opportunity to build your career and give you the recognition you deserve. Make an impact doing work you can be proud of at Bureau Veritas. Contribute to a global mission to enhance standards with integrity, and help us create a brighter future for our next generations, and a safer society for us all. The opportunity to work within a supportive close-knit team, learn new skills and gain training which could lead to the broader Bureau Veritas network for future career development.

 Apply now to join Bureau Veritas and help us create a brighter future for our next generations, and a safer society for us all.  

Bureau Veritas is an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles at Bureau Veritas, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Veterans (Defence experience is desirable) and people of all backgrounds. If you have any support or access requirements, we will partner with you and assist you through our recruitment process.