Laboratory Operations Executive

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