Microbiology Team Leader

Join ALS as a Microbiology Team Leader and lead our global lab team in water testing and microbiology.

As Team Leader, you will guide a skilled lab team, support operations, and ensure exceptional results for our clients while building your own leadership and technical expertise.

• Location: Ossett, Wakefield
• Shift: Monday to Friday – rotational shift between 8‑16 and 13‑21, 37 hours per week
• On‑Call: Occasional weekend and evening cover required
• Contract: Full Time, Permanent
• Salary: From £29,690 (dependent on experience), WPPS allowance
• Closing Date: Wednesday 14th Jan 2025 at 12 noon

• Lead and motivate a team of lab and senior technicians to ensure smooth, efficient day-to-day operations.
• Process potable and waste microbiology samples while maintaining the highest standards of quality and compliance.
• Keep the department audit‑ready at all times.
• Collaborate across departments to foster a culture of safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Provide guidance and mentorship, championing staff development and inspiring others.
• Spearhead the digitisation of the microbiology department.
• Act as the key contact for routine client communications, strengthening our reputation for reliability and technical excellence, including daily reporting of critical results.
• Bring a proactive, supportive attitude to work every day and seek solutions to problems.

• Strong science background, proven through work experience and/or academic qualifications.
• Experience in a fast‑paced, high‑throughput laboratory environment (microbiology preferred).
• A proactive, solution‑focused mindset with a genuine passion for staff development.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Competence in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• A positive, can‑do attitude and a strong desire to lead and support others.
• Driving licence and own car.
• Royal Society of Biology membership preferred.

• Annual Leave commencing at 25 days (rising to 30) plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part time).
• Ability to buy annual leave.
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme.
• Salary Progression Scheme based on technical and behavioural competencies.
• ‘Celebrating Success’ Recognition Awards.
• Perkbox membership providing access to discount vouchers and a wellness hub.
• Learning/study support.
• Group Personal Pension Plan.
• Car parking on‑site.

The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. Our values shape how we work, treat each other, and recognise excellence. ALS supports you to develop new skills and reach your full potential, investing in programmes and opportunities that help you build a diverse career.

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are recognised and valued. ALS welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.

To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or hold, or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.

Please apply online and provide a resume and cover letter that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.