Laboratory Manager
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Veolia seeks a Laboratory Manager to lead MAGMA laboratory operations at BeAAT and NORM Plants in Ruwais, UAE. The role oversees hazardous and radiological waste characterization, staff supervision, quality control, and cross-departmental coordination.
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Responsibilities
- Lead and manage daily laboratory operations across the BeAAT and NORM Plants
- Perform and supervise pre acceptance testing and waste characterization
- Develop, implement, and improve laboratory protocols, SOPs, and safety guidelines
- Ensure laboratory equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and validated
- Manage laboratory performance indicators and implement corrective actions
- Coordinate with waste reception, operations, HSE, and commercial teams
- Supervise and train laboratory staff
- Implement and monitor quality control procedures
- Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols and environmental regulations
- Oversee accurate recording and documentation of test results
- Develop and manage the laboratory budget and inventory
- Lead R&D initiatives for recycling and waste to resource solutions
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field
- Minimum 7 10 years of experience in laboratory management
- At least 3 years in a leadership role within an industrial or hazardous waste management environment
- Proven experience in handling and testing hazardous materials
- Strong knowledge of laboratory testing methods, equipment, and safety protocols
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and management skills
- In depth understanding of local environmental regulations and quality assurance standards
- Strong data management skills
- Excellent communication skills
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Job Description
- The Laboratory Manager is responsible for leading and managing all MAGMA laboratory operations at the BeAAT and NORM Plants, ensuring accurate characterization and analysis of hazardous and radiological waste in full compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Main Accountabilities
- Lead and manage daily laboratory operations across the BeAAT and NORM Plants.
- Perform and supervise pre acceptance testing and waste characterization.
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve laboratory protocols, SOPs, and safety guidelines.
- Ensure laboratory equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and validated.
- Manage laboratory performance indicators and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Coordinate closely with waste reception, operations, HSE, and commercial teams.
- Supervise and train laboratory staff.
- Implement and monitor quality control procedures.
- Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols and environmental regulations.
- Oversee accurate recording and documentation of test results.
- Develop and manage the laboratory budget and inventory.
- Lead R&D initiatives for recycling and waste to resource solutions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum 7 10 years of experience in laboratory management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role within an industrial or hazardous waste management environment.
- Proven experience in handling and testing hazardous materials and complying with safety and environmental regulations.
- Relevant certifications in laboratory management or hazardous waste handling are a plus.
- HSE certifications.
- Strong knowledge of laboratory testing methods, equipment, and safety protocols.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and management skills.
- In depth understanding of local environmental regulations and quality assurance standards.
- Ability to troubleshoot laboratory equipment and procedures effectively.
- Strong data management skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
Work Conditions
- Based in Ruwais, UAE.
- Exposure to hazardous materials and chemicals; adherence to strict safety protocols is essential.
- The role may require occasional extended hours or shift work, depending on laboratory needs.
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