As the Laboratory team leader, you will provide supervisory support to the designated line manager, to ensure optimum achievement of operational targets, in the most cost-effective manner, consistent with safe operating practices. Required skills and experience: Team leadership experience Proficient in use of Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel. Good verbal and written communication skills Degree or HND in science / engineering preferred Experience working in a laboratory environment ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY You will be ensuring that the daily workload of the section is performed efficiently and effectively, in accordance with both approved technical standards and client instructions alongside • Ensuring that all technical staff in the section receive appropriate training, as agreed with the senior personnel, including basic and induction training of new employees, ongoing training of existing staff and training in new developments. Key activities: Ensuring that all equipment within the section is maintained to acceptable operating and (where appropriate) valid calibration standards. Acting as a representative of the Company externally, both with professional/technical bodies and with clients. Performing audits and ensuring compliance at all times with any local systems, rules and procedures, including external accreditation (ISO 17025, SABRe, Nadcap, OHSAS 18001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and SafeContractor etc.) set by the Company and/or external certification authorities and ensuring that appropriate quality assurance controls are carried out on a regular basis within the section. Responsible for authorising statements of conformity on test reports. WHAT WE OFFER Join Intertek and become part of our global network of inspiring and entrepreneurial colleagues. We are a global family that values diversity and we thrive working together with precision, pace, and passion. We are working to make the world Ever Better, ensuring the quality, safety and sustainability of products and services used by millions of people around the world. Competitive salary/benefits Development and career opportunities around the Globe Working in a highly motivated team and dynamic working environment We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who do not discriminate against applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex or national origin. Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies. ADZN1_UKTJ