Construction Materials Testing Laboratory Manager (Full Time)
BHP Laboratories Ltd has been in the measuring and testing business since 1978. We employ over 80 people at our headquarters in Limerick. Our customers come from many different industries and services and depend on us for reliable information and advice on their materials, products, and processes.
We are now recruiting a Laboratory Manager for our Construction Materials Testing & Inspecting (MTI) service. The successful candidate will be based in our Limerick laboratory and will be part of a team focused on delivering an excellent service to our customers.
Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Identify the needs of our customers
2. Plan a scope of work to meet the needs of individual customers
3. Research and develop measuring and testing protocols in the laboratory
4. Train technicians to implement measuring and testing protocols
5. Review measurements and tests results
6. Prepare and issue test reports
7. Provide interpretation of test and measurement data and provide advice to customers
In addition, you will work on the following activities:
1. Implement the quality management system in the MTI laboratory
2. Maintain and expand our scope of accreditation to ISO 17025.
3. Improve the efficiency of the MTI laboratory
4. Develop new services to meet our customer’s needs
5. Recruit, train, develop and manage technical and administrative staff in the MTI service.
Qualifications:
You will have a primary degree (or equivalent) in engineering, materials, geology, or a related subject. A post-graduate qualification in one of the following areas is desirable: Engineering Geology, Concrete Technology, Quarrying, and Asphalt Technology. You will have knowledge of soils, aggregates, concrete, and bituminous materials. You will be familiar with the TII Specification for Road Works and the EN and BS standards for testing and measuring the properties of materials and products used in the construction industry.
Experience:
You will have a number of years of experience in the role of an engineer/scientist, supervisor, and manager.
Salary and Benefits:
You will receive a good salary and a range of benefits in line with your qualifications, experience, and performance.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Civil Engineering
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