Role: Lab Leader CSSDigital/Non Digital: Non DigitalContract Length: 12-monthsLocation: ThursoIR35: In scopeClient qualify for GIS: Yes (Disability Confident Scheme)The purpose of the post is to manage and deliver the analytical work programme requirements of the Client’s site decommissioning programme. The job holder will manage the day to day operations of the laboratories under their control within the terms of the authority to operate. Main Responsibilities:Ensure sample preparation, routine analysis and reporting is undertaken and delivered for regulatory and project decommissioning analysis, meeting all relevant defined chemical support services deadlinesEnsure operational delays are minimised by identifying and rectifying constraints leading to unplanned downtimeReport possible non-compliances to the team leader and propose and deliver corrective actions to close out non-compliancesUndertake and deliver method development, method validation and uncertainty estimation in the laboratory, managing analyst resources in supportManage the preparation and review of technical documentsSupport the quality manager in developing, maintaining and reviewing the chemical support services quality management systemSupport the team leader in non-routine and emergent sample preparation, analysis and reporting is undertaken to support decommissioning and bonus targets, balancing resources as necessary to deliver to customer deadlinesEnsure safety checks are completed, reported and appropriate action takenEnsure compliance with ISO 17025, 17020 and maintenance of UKAS accreditation, where relevant, including managing the delivery and reporting of the required laboratory inter-comparison exercisesInteract with customers, regulatory bodies, internal and external auditorsProvide performance monitoring on internal performance against safety and quality, identify deviations and implement remedial actions as appropriateProvide results and reports to customersMaintain relevant analytical proficienciesUndertake audits on UKAS aspects of the quality management systemBe responsible for nuclear material accountancy in the relevant laboratoriesPerform the responsibilities of management and safety related appointments relevant to the postManage staff as a Line Manager Qualifications & ExperienceHND in Science or equivalent qualifications plus experienceConsiderable analytical laboratory experienceRelevant radiochemical and chemical knowledge and experienceMass spec knowledge and experience would be advantageousGood oral & written communication skillsTeam worker and able to interact effectively with staff at all levelsGood organisational and planning skillsSelf motivated and flexibleAbility to work under pressure and to time deadlines whilst maintaining quality of outputA copy of the post specific capability analysis assessment is available on request