Microbiology Team Leader
ALS is a global leader in testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in a wide range of industries around the world. Using advanced technologies and innovative methods, we help our clients leverage data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.
Our people are the heart of our business, driving testing solutions and innovations to solve complex challenges and create lasting value for our clients. But most importantly, our people care – for each other and for the work we do. With over 20,000 team members across 70 countries, you’ll be part of a global network. Learn more about what makes our workplace great here.
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When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.
Microbiology Team Leader
The Role
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? We’re offering an exciting opportunity to step into a leadership role within our Microbiology Water Testing Laboratory. If you have a passion for science, enjoy supporting others, and want to help drive quality and efficiency, this role could be the perfect fit for you.
As Team Leader, you’ll play a key part in guiding our talented lab team, supporting operations, and ensuring we continue to deliver exceptional results for our clients. You'll also build on your own leadership and technical skills in a collaborative and supportive environment.
About the Position
Location: Ossett, Wakefield
Shift: Monday to Friday – rotational shift between 8-16 and 13-21, 37 hours per week
On-Call: Occasional weekend and evening cover required
Salary: From £29,690 (dependent on experience), WPPS allowance
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Closing Date: Wednesday 14th Jan 2025 at 12 noon.
The day to day
- Leading and motivating a team of lab and senior technicians to ensure smooth, efficient day-to-day operations.
- Supporting the team processing potable and waste microbiology samples while maintaining the highest standards of quality and compliance.
- Ensure the department is audit-ready at all times
- Collaborating across departments to foster a culture of safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
- Providing guidance and mentorship, championing the development of staff, and inspiring those around you.
- Spearhead the digitization of the microbiology department
- Acting as a key contact for routine client communications, strengthening our reputation for reliability and technical excellence. This includes the daily reporting of critical results.
- Bringing a good attitude to work every day, be proactive, supportive, and always looking for ways to come up with solutions to problems.
The Essentials
- Strong science background, either through provable work-based learning and success or a combination of work experience and academic qualifications
- Proven experience in a fast-paced, high-throughput laboratory environment (microbiology preferred).
- A proactive and solution-focused mindset, with a genuine passion for staff development.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Competence in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- A positive, can-do attitude and a strong desire to lead and support others.
- Driving license and own car
- Royal Society of Biology membership preferred
Our benefits include:
- Annual Leave commencing at 25 days (rising to 30) plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part time)
- Ability to Buy annual leave.
- Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme
- Salary Progression Scheme based on technical and behavioural competencies.
- ‘Celebrating Success’ Recognition Awards
- Perkbox membership providing access to discount vouchers and wellness hub.
- Learning/study support
- Group Personal Pension Plan
- Car Parking on-site
Working at ALS:
Our people are our most valuable asset and drive our success at ALS. We are a diverse community of dedicated professionals united by our passion to make a difference in the world. We reward excellence and uphold our values in our work and how we treat each other. At ALS, you’ll be supported to expand your skills and develop new ones so you can reach your full potential. We invest in our people with a range of programs and provide opportunities across the company, giving our people scope to grow diverse careers and develop as leaders. We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and the communities where we work.
Our benefits include:
- Structured wage increases
- Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs, access to company perks)
- Additional vacation days for years of service
- Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company
- Learning & development opportunities (unlimited access to e-learnings and more)
About ALS
ALS is a global leader in scientific testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in more than 60 countries across a wide range of industries, including environment, food and beverage, mining, personal care, pharmaceutical, healthcare and equipment reliability. Using state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies, our dedicated international teams deliver the highest-quality testing services and personalized solutions supported by local expertise. We help our clients leverage the power of data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.
Everyone matters
ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving and maintaining a workforce which reflects and affirms the diversity of our society
ALS is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
EOE AA Minority, Female, Veteran, Individuals with Disabilities
ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Eligibility
To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.
