Laboratory Manager, Kelso WA

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* Management of Environmental laboratory, plus any regional service centers
* Aligning the business to the ALS purpose;
Science. Assurance. Sustainability.
* Aligning the business to the company’s core values:
Safe, Resilient, Curious, Committed, Caring, Honest
* Aligning the business to the ALS strategic themes, client centricity, growth, innovation and technology and ALS way
* Aligning the business to the ALS brand promise;
Right solutions Right partner
* Participation in the formulation of regional strategy and business plans
* Strategic and business planning for the business unit
* Ensure the business execute on the strategic plan and business plan objectives to achieve targets
* Builds trust within the team
* Takes ownership of business-critical initiatives
* Ensure that the staff structure and capabilities can facilitate current and future business needs including succession planning.
* Lead a framework for staff engagement, development and learning
* Holds staff accountable for outcomes
* Staff development to meet the current and future needs of the business
* Succession planning to support the continuing success of the business
* Management of the Performance Management Review framework and fulfilment of its goals
* Ensure direct reports have suitable skills and training for the roles they are fulfilling, including mentoring to direct reports.
* Ensuring appropriate human resources management practices are developed and maintained
* Compliance with regulatory and ALS policy requirements for governance
* Ensure legislative and best practice compliance issues are observed
* Adhere to the ethical and compliance requirements of the ALS Limited brand and all associated policies
* Ensuring that the quality of data produced and the methodology used is maintained at a level that meets or exceeds company and market acceptable standards (based on ISO
17025, NELAC etc).
* Ensure the integrity of the laboratory’s quality system is maintained and further developed.
* Assessing the results of quality audits and client complaints and implementing improvements as required.
* Foster a working environment that aims to increase quality, safety, productivity and efficiency through upgrading technologies, methodologies and innovative processes
* Managing and supporting the development of a diverse workforce
* Alignment and support towards ALS’ carbon reduction strategy
* Support towards the social commitments of the organization
* The submission of a monthly report appropriate to the role
* The submission of quarterly business plan updates for the business unit
* Provide local representation and leadership in any major contract negotiations (including leases).
* Be present as the lead person on site for all legal requirements.
* Other duties related to the successful operation and administration of the business, or required by the Regional or General Manager Environmental, USA
* Bachelor’s Degree in Science and/or Business
* Minimum 10 years’ previous laboratory and/or business experience, including not less than 3 years’ in a management role.
* Alignment to the company’s core values and culture
* Passion for science, technology and innovation
* Demonstrate ability to foster a strong team dynamic
* Ability to think strategically and execute on projects
* A client focused business style and ability to develop relationships
* Demonstration of a learning mindset
* Strong self-awareness and communication skills
* Mental agility – ability to understand and solve complex problems
* People agility – ability to maximize outputs from a diverse range of people
* Tolerance for uncertainty or ambiguity
* Ability to be assertive and implement change
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
* Time management skills
* Strong leadership attributes
* Business acumen – strategic planning, business planning and knowledge of financial instruments
* Ability to travel when and as required
* Contributes actively to team discussions
* Professional image
* Any tasks assigned by Regional Manager
* Ability to travel when and as required
* Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and lift and/or move heavier loads with assistance.
* Must be able to work on computer…