Laboratory Operations Manager

BGC - Perth, WA

The Opportunity

Our Laboratory Operations Manager will work with our key strategic and technical leaders to efficiently manage the operations of our state-of-the-art, NATA-accredited laboratory in Hazelmere, Perth. You will oversee the direction, training and development of day-to-day operations of our laboratory and field staff.

As a laboratory manager of a NATA-accredited facility, you will need to maintain certifications and potentially acquire new accreditations for new or refined testing methods. The key responsibilities of this role include;

• Day-to-day management of the laboratory including organisation and delegation of field and laboratory work.
• Coordinate and manage workflows to maximise the use of laboratory time and resources.
• Accurately update, prepare and report data to generate Certificates and Reports, including NATA-certified /endorsed results.
• Prepare, implement, maintain, review and continuously improve technical services operational policies, procedures and processes.
• Oversee the management of testing procedures to ensure they are in accordance with Australian standards and or NATA requirements.
• Ensure that quality control testing and compliance with the laboratory operations, management and legislative requirements (particularly Testing Practices, LQM and ISO/IEC ).
• Manage Quality Systems and Quality Assurance documentation.
• Setting and managing staff KPIs and ensuring critical deadline are met.
• Management of staff members, including coordinating with human resources on staff matters, recruitment and onboarding, identification and facilitation of staff training and development needs.
• Promote and champion a harmonious team culture that represents the BGC values (The BGC Way).

About You

• Minimum BSc Degree and/or Diploma in Laboratory Management or substantial experience in relevant field of Materials Testing and Engineering.
• Experience in field and laboratory construction materials testing.
• Strong time management skills and ability to manage competing tasks and deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office and LIMS systems
• NATA signatory Level 5
• White Card
• Current Drivers Licence

About Us

BGCs Materials Technology Centre is a centralized NATA accredited technology hub using the latest LIMS software, specialized purpose-built testing equipment and facilities to provide accurate and timely test results.

What We Offer

Backed by over 60 years of experience in the building industry, BGC operations spans manufacturing through to construction. With integrated businesses across residential construction, commercial construction, and manufacturing, we work towards building the future for more Australians.

At BGC, we are committed to a workplace culture that is inclusive, where everyone, regardless of cultural and ethnic background, age, gender, disability or sexual orientation feels safe at work and has opportunities to contribute, develop and thrive. We work better, together.
We pride ourselves on our healthy and safe workplace culture of diversity, inclusiveness and support. At BGC, we place an extremely high value on our team and want to reward you for your efforts. You will enjoy great staff benefits including;

• In-house BGC discounts
• Employee Assistant Program
• Additional paid parental leave
• Vehicle discounts partnering with AHG
• Corporate discounts including health insurance, Crown Hotels, retail shopping

More information on our culture and benefits is available at www.bgc.com.au/careers/

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Successful candidates must have the right to live and work in Australia.

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