Imagine your future with usAt ALS, we encourage you to dream big.When you join ALS, you join a purpose and values-driven team that empowers you to innovate, create, and thrive.Our global team turns up each day with passion and commitment to do amazing things, always challenging our thinking to find ways to solve some of the world's most complex problems for a safer, healthier world.Our Geochemistry business has an opportunity for a Laboratory Manager for an immediate start in Orange, to strengthen the existing team and drive operations to the next level. Reporting to the General Manager based in Brisbane, this position will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the laboratory.This is an ideal opportunity for a dynamic, enthusiastic, technically minded individual who has a hands-on approach to Laboratory Management to further develop their career in this field. This role offers an opportunity to gain exposure to a wide and varied range of management disciplines in a multi-faceted Geochemistry laboratory, including staff management, financial management and direct interaction with clients. The Orange laboratory is part of the global network of ALS Geochemistry laboratories and is well supported by the Australian Management team, and the Global Specialist teams.ALS is currently experiencing significant growth and is actively developing succession plans for future Laboratory Management roles by seeking to engage and develop dynamic and motivated people.The day to day Daily management of the entire operationDeveloping and fostering client relationsOverall quality, safety and site complianceOptimising turnaround time for samplesFinancial responsibilitiesStaff recruitment, retention and managementIdentify regional trends and assist in strategic planningLeading and motivating teams in a fast-paced lab environmentThe Essentials: Strong written and verbal communication skillsSound analytical skills for reviewing and approving results and responding to client queries.Strong technical ability regarding laboratory equipment, including fire assay, AAS and ICP-AES experience.Demonstrated well-developed, hands-on people management skills with a strong desire to develop, mentor and motivate people will be essential.Formal qualification in chemistry, geology or related science discipline, or extensive experience in managing a busy Geochemistry laboratory.Postgraduate studies in Business Administration would be an advantage, but not essential.Quality control experienceStrong safety culture and commitment to upholding high safety standards on siteThis is an excellent opportunity to develop and demonstrate your skills in managing a high throughput, dynamic laboratory.How to applyPlease apply online and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr