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What you will enjoy doing

You will be responsible for shaping the future of our laboratory services, leading with purpose and delivering with precision. As well as driving operational excellence, you will:

Lead and inspire a skilled laboratory team, creating a culture where safety, inclusion, and collaboration thrive Set the strategic direction for laboratory operations, aligning performance, quality, and compliance with business growth Ensure full compliance with ISO17025, ISO17034, and ISO17043, protecting our reputation for technical excellence and trust Champion innovation by identifying new technologies in gas metrology and building strong business cases for investment Maximise equipment performance by ensuring all instruments are expertly maintained, calibrated, and ready to deliver Guarantee the accuracy and reliability of calibration and testing data, ensuring timely delivery of trusted results to our customers

What makes you great

You will be responsible for leading with scientific depth, technical clarity, and a passion for innovation. As well as shaping the future of our laboratory services, you will:

Bring a degree in a science discipline or equivalent hands-on experience in gas metrology, measurement techniques, and instrumentation Apply deep technical insight to lead confidently across EffecTech’s product and service portfolio, solving complex challenges with credibility Communicate with clarity and impact, whether mentoring your team, engaging with clients, or collaborating across the Linde Group Lead innovation with purpose, driving transformation that supports sustainable growth and continuous improvement Stay organised and agile in fast-paced environments, managing multiple priorities while keeping projects aligned with strategic goals

Why you will love working with us

We are the largest provider of industrial, medical and special gases in the UK and Ireland. From cutting harmful emissions, to providing life-saving oxygen and keeping food fresh, our gases play an essential role in everyday life. Our values – Safety, Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion and Community are at the heart of everything we do. They help us create an environment that puts safety first, where people do things the right way, new ideas are welcomed and everyone can be themselves.

At BOC, we take pride in our people and work hard to provide an enriching, enjoyable place to work. We have a clear vision: to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, stay and excel. We are always raising the bar, and because we are part of Linde, a global company, our people have limitless opportunities to grow and make a difference, all over the world.

What we offer you!

At Linde, inclusion is core to what we do. As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive environment, we offer enhanced maternity pay, along with a range of leave options to support life’s important moments, such as fertility treatment, adoption and shared parental. Our dedicated menopause policy, champions and employee resource groups, empower you to feel fully supported both professionally and personally.


We’re passionate about helping our employees grow through excellent career progression opportunities. From tailored training programs to ongoing learning and professional development, you’ll have access to the resources you need to thrive!


Here’s a snapshot of the benefits we offer:


Bonus schemetied to both individual and company performance
Generous pensionwith up to employer contributions
Holiday allowanceof 25 days plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 30 additional days
Healthcare trustoffering comprehensive coverage including neurodiversity assessments for you and your dependents
Employee assistance programmefor your well-being
Exclusive access to ourdiscount shopping portal

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