22 Oct
SCT Chemicals FZE
Mina Jebel Ali
The Laboratory Operations Manager is responsible for managing daily operations, ensuring testing procedures comply with standards (ASTM, ISO, etc.), leading a team, and overseeing quality control, safety, and client relationships. This role involves budgeting, resource management, and driving innovation in lubricant testing.
**Key Responsibilities**:
- **Laboratory Operations**:Oversee daily lab functions and maintain compliance with ASTM/ISO standards.Develop and update SOPs for testing, calibration, and safety.
- **Team Management**:Lead and manage lab personnel, ensuring proper training and workload distribution.
- **Testing & Quality Control**:Supervise lubricant testing (engine oils, greases, etc.), review test results,
and manage lab accreditation.
- **Equipment & Facility Maintenance**:Ensure proper equipment maintenance and calibration, and manage repairs and procurement.
- **Health, Safety & Compliance**:Enforce safety protocols and ensure compliance with regulations and hazardous materials guidelines.
- **Client & Project Management**:Liaise with clients, manage testing projects, and deliver technical expertise.
- **Research & Development**:Stay updated on industry trends, lead R&D; initiatives, and improve testing methods.
- **Data Analysis & Reporting**:Analyze data, prepare reports, and ensure accurate documentation.
- **Budgeting & Resource Management**:
- Manage the lab budget, optimize resources, and ensure financial objectives are met.
**Qualifications**:
**Education**:
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific field. A master’s degree or higher is preferred.
**Experience**:
- At least 4-5 years of experience working in a laboratory environment, preferably in lubricants or petroleum products.
- Proven experience managing teams in a laboratory setting
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Jebel Ali: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (preferred)
▶️ Lab Manager
🖊️ SCT Chemicals FZE
📍 Mina Jebel Ali