Laboratory Manager - Metallurgist

Job Description

Are you passionate about hands-on metallurgical testing and leading a dynamic team? We are offering an exciting opportunity to join a leading metallurgical testing facility, renowned for precision and innovation in supporting clients across diverse industries.

What’s In It for You?

• Hands-On Impact: Use and maintain advanced metallurgical testing equipment, including tensile testers, hardness testers, optical and SEM microscopes, and spectrometers.
  
• Flexible Working Hours: with freedom to tailor your schedule.
  
• Career Growth: Take on a leadership role where you’ll shape laboratory operations, mentor a skilled team, and drive process improvements.
  
• Comprehensive Benefits: Private healthcare, generous pension, life assurance, and 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
  

About the Role

As the Laboratory Manager, you’ll oversee the day-to-day operations of a UKAS-accredited lab, combining hands-on technical work with leadership responsibilities. You’ll ensure compliance with standards like BS EN ISO, ASTM, and ASME, deliver reliable testing results, and foster a collaborative, efficient team environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting metallurgical testing equipment.
  
• Conducting and supervising metallographic and mechanical testing (tensile, impact, microstructural analysis).
  
• Mentoring and managing a small team, including an apprentice, to ensure growth and technical excellence.
  
• Managing lab budgets, client communication, and quality assurance processes.
  

About You

We’re looking for a motivated professional with:

• A degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or a related field (previous work experience in a similar role will be considered in the absence of formal qualification).
  
• Proven experience in metallurgical testing and hands-on use of advanced lab equipment as well as metallurgical testing machineries.
  
• Knowledge of quality standards (BS EN ISO, ASTM, ASME) and lab management.
  
• a passion for mentoring and team development previously leadership experience is not a must
  

Benefits

Why Join Us?

This is your chance to lead a key facility, working in a collaborative and innovative environment. Your expertise will make a real difference, ensuring the highest standards in metallurgical testing and supporting clients in sectors like aerospace, energy, and manufacturing.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Click Apply Now and start your journey toward an exciting career in metallurgical testing and lab management.