Laboratory Operations Executive - #1165791

Primary responsibilities:

• Organize and control day-to-day operations of the Laboratory in their respective sections in accordance with order requirements, client standard operating procedures, industry standards, OGC standards or policy directives.

• To act as a team leader when the laboratory operates in shift systems. To ensure accurate and timely completion of test results, and that no unnecessary delay occurs.

• Liaison with Operation and Customer, fulfilling their requirements and expectations.

Specific responsibilities:

• Organize and oversee the day-to-day operations of the Laboratory in their respective sections. This includes allocation of tests to technicians, sample pick-up, and manpower planning.

• Supervise and schedule the activities of the Laboratory staff.

• Prepare worksheets and ensure client requirements are met. Verify test results/records of analysis and initiate re-test when necessary. To check and ensure that all data is complete in the datasheet.

• Coordinate and assign staff to work overtime when asked by a supervisor or other team leader of another shift.

• In liaison with the Laboratory Manager, to raise and update standard and in-house test methods and procedures.

• Assist in the development and training of staff to the required levels of expertise and administer performance appraisal methods.

• To support the company at meetings with clients in order to give technical advice and resolve problems.

• Coordinate activities to ensure that the Laboratory provides a high standard of service and satisfies clients' needs.

• To recognize that the Laboratory Quality System is fully implemented as per the QA Manual.

• Ensure that all operations are conducted within the client's and recognized industry health and safety regulations.

• Ensure that good housekeeping is maintained at all times in the laboratory.

• To contribute to the planning and policy of the laboratory.

• Perform a one-off analysis when required.

• Perform any other tasks as assigned by the supervisor, including testing and analysis during periods of heavy workload. To be on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for queries from lab staff.

• To attend overseas assignments when required

Requirement:

• Diploma in Science or an Engineering-related field

• 3 years of relevant experience, preferably in the Oil, Gas & Chemical industry.

• Experience in laboratory application/engineering-related application.

• Able to coordinate and motivate a team member towards a common goal

• Able to work independently and to coordinate several activities simultaneously

• Able to interact with all levels of management, affiliates, suppliers, and clients

• Good communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills

• Acts quickly and decisively; able to make tough calls

• Works well under pressure, challenges the status quo

• Fluent English

• Applies judgment and acts according to the SGS standards of ethics and integrity

• Knowledge of ISO systems and procedures