Laboratory Operations Manager

This is a unique opportunity to join our organization as a Laboratory Operations Manager. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of our laboratory facilities.

The successful candidate will be part of a professional officers' division to bring their rich industry experience and technical skills into their work, creating a better physical environment where learning and innovation take place.

• Evaluate the physical layout and infrastructure of the laboratory to determine the space suitability for the intended projects.
• Optimise space usage by enhancing layout, including equipment arrangement within the laboratory and assess the potential technical requirements for the space and equipment.
• Work with respective officers like Faculty Lab-in-Charge on space allocation recommendations to senior management based on the assessments conducted.
• Support the review of space-related change requests including space usage extension and additional space needs.
• Assist Project Investigators (PI) and project team in setting up and configuring equipment or instrumentation, and in vacating the space upon project completion.
• Maintain accurate records of space assignments, utilization, and changes and ensuring timely updates to the research space inventory database.
• Liaise with Estates to grant lab users access to laboratories upon approval.
• Establish, maintain, and update a repository of standard operating procedures (SOPs), including risk assessments (RAs), and other essential documentation for the laboratory.
• Assist and support PIs and other lab users in setting up, maintaining, and executing proper maintenance protocols for laboratory equipment.
• Oversee the daily operations and upkeep of the laboratory, which include maintaining inventory lists of chemicals, licenses and permits, and waste management.
• Ensure lab users adhere to safety protocols, regulations, and standards within the laboratory environment by collaborating with the division's safety team, PIs, and their respective project teams.
• Implement the requirements of the Lab Safety Management system that would include: conducting regular safety inspections; confirming user lab safety training; implementing safety procedures; and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Mitigate potential risks by assessing User risk assessments and supporting PIs in implementing risk controls.

The Laboratory Operations Manager will have the following responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day activities of the laboratory.
• Coordinate with staff members and PI's on various tasks and projects.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures related to laboratory operations.
• Conduct quality control checks on laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Review and update laboratory inventories regularly.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills and qualifications:

• Have a minimum Undergraduate Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• With at least 8 years of work experience in Engineering or Infocomm Technology related labs.
• Experience in managing safety as well as inventories.
• Experience with procurement and document management.
• Familiar with engineering and materials processes.
• Have practical knowledge of safety and license requirements for the operation of the laboratory.
• Having experience in managing engineering/ infocomm technology research laboratory will be an advantage.
• Experience with creating Risk assessments, Standard operating procedures, and maintenance of laboratory inventories.

The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• A comprehensive health insurance plan.
• A generous retirement savings plan.
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

If you are a motivated and organized individual with a passion for laboratory operations, please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, to us.