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Company Description
As a global leader in sustainability, quality, and integrity, our 99,600-strong workforce across 2,600 offices and labs is dedicated to fostering a safer, more connected world. Our services impact every facet of daily life, enhancing the safety of food, consumer products, transport, and healthcare, to advancing nuclear industry testing. Your role is crucial in providing safer products, superior services, and maintaining societal connectivity.
Job Description
Hours: 40 hours per week- 4 days on 6 days off, 2 day shifts (07:00am – 19:00pm), 2 night shifts (19:00pm – 07:00am), followed by 6 days off.
Job Location:Â Ellesmere Port
Salary:Â Competitive salary + Shift allowanceÂ
Benefits / perks:Â
- 10% annual bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
- Private Medical CoverÂ
- 4-8% matching company pension contributions
- 4x Life Assurance
- Birthday day offÂ
- Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
- Length of Service Awards
- Health & Wellbeing initiatives
- Christmas Vouchers
- Gym and retail discountsÂ
A career at SGS offers stability, secure employment, a friendly and supportive culture, and the opportunity to learn, grow and be part of our ambition to make a difference.
Position Overview:
As a Laboratory Shift Supervisor, you will manage the laboratory's daily operations during your assigned shift, ensuring all activities are conducted safely, efficiently, and in compliance with industry standards and regulations. This role requires strong leadership, excellent organisational skills, and a understanding of laboratory practices within the oil and gas sector.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise and coordinate laboratory personnel and activities during your shift.
- Ensure compliance with all safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee the preparation and analysis of oil and gas samples.
- Monitor equipment performance and coordinate maintenance and repairs as needed.
- Conduct regular quality control checks and ensure accurate documentation of results.
- Provide training and guidance to laboratory staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise during the shift.
- Communicate effectively with other shift supervisors and management to ensure seamless operations.
Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you’ll need:Â
- Experience in a service industry related to the petro-chemical industry.
- Experience in an analytical laboratory.
- Good communication skills – both verbal and written.
- Able to adopt a flexible approach to work and react effectively to a rapidly changing environment.
- Working knowledge of effective people management techniques.
- Full UK driving licenseÂ
Additional Information
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