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Laboratory Team Leader (Renewable Energy)

Girvan
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Laboratory Team Leader (Renewable Energy)

Girvan - Site Based

Excellent Salary + Medical + Pension + Holidays + Excellent Company Benefits

Do you have experience working within a laboratory environment and supervised or managed individuals? Do you want to join a thriving Renewable Energy business where you can gain specialist and highly valuable experience in the bioenergy sector?

This company specialises in the production of biogas through the process of anaerobic digestion at a number of sites across Scotland and have been continuously expanding throughout recent years largely due to their success in partnering with major distilleries. They have a number of new sites in planning, construction and commissioning phases across Scotland and are also beginning to move into other areas of Renewable Energy supported by the recent establishment of offices in England.

In this role you will take full accountability for the overall management and operation of the laboratory, ensuring a safe, efficient and compliant environment. You will oversee a variety of tasks within the laboratory, including delivering data to demonstrate compliance with PPC permits and accreditation schemes and operating mini digesters for the purpose of running trials to optimise digestion processes.

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate working within a laboratory environment and have experience supervising or managing staff members. You should hold technical expertise, including knowledge of laboratory techniques, equipment and safety protocols.

This is a great position for someone looking to take the next step up in their career by getting onboard with a well-known and leading player in Scotland's Renewable Energy market, where they can gain specialised industry knowledge as well as further development opportunities.

The Role:

  • Responsible for overall management and operation of the laboratory, ensuring safe, efficient and compliant environment
  • Overseeing laboratory staff, equipment and resources to support research, development and testing activities
  • Implement quality control measures to ensure the accuracy and integrity of laboratory results
  • Working for a reputable and growing company that offer brilliant benefits and development opportunities

    The Person:
  • Experience working within a laboratory setting and hold supervisory or management experience
  • Holds strong knowledge of laboratory techniques, equipment and safety protocols
  • Ability to lead and motivate a team and delegate tasks
  • Holds a Masters or PhD in relevant scientific field (e.g. biology, chemistry, biochemistry)

    To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Troy Earl at Rise Technical Recruitment.

    Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

    The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates

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