Sample Reception Team Leader

Rps

The Role

Overview

Lead a team handling sample reception, logging, storage, and quality control.

Key Responsibilities

  • sample management
  • sample prep
  • lims logging
  • storage organization
  • kpi monitoring
  • team training

Tasks

-Communicate resource requirements throughout the year and for developing annual operating budgets -Ensure that the Team is trained and competent to perform duties as required -Provide support to the Laboratory, Logistics and Project Coordination teams when required -Organisation of storage areas to ensure sufficient area is available for storing samples and samples are readily accessible -Daily management of the Team to ensure team members are equipped to perform their duties smoothly and can achieve on-time delivery to the required level of quality -Responsible for overall management of samples in the laboratory including receiving and logging samples into LIMS, sample storage and disposal -Follow procedures to perform basic sample preparation and analysis -Monitor and manage all Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), challenges, risks and opportunities for the Team and communicate this to Senior Management in respective management meetings

Requirements

  • lims
  • laboratory
  • line management
  • science qualification
  • teamwork
  • communication

What You Bring

-Previous experience of working in a laboratory setting would be advantageous -Experience of working in a fast-paced environment would be desirable -Experience of working with a LIMS software programme would be highly desirable -Ability to work with minimal supervision independently as well as part of a team -Good attention to detail and ability to cope under pressure -Good communication and interpersonal skills -An interest in science, preferably with qualifications related to the science field -Experience of line management responsibility would be advantageous

The Company

About Rps

-Delivers innovative solutions across sectors from planning to execution. -Strong expertise in large-scale projects like infrastructure, energy, and environmental consulting. -Notable work includes wind farms, transport infrastructure, and urban development consultancy. -Multidisciplinary approach integrates engineering, design, and environmental expertise. -Committed to sustainable outcomes and addressing complex industry challenges.

Sector Specialisms

Residential

Commercial

Retail

Industrial

Health

Education

Data Centre

Renewables

Power

Gas Networks

Energy Storage

Oil and Gas

Nuclear

Rail

Aviation

Port

Road

Defence

Security and Safety

Information and Telecommunications

Wastewater

Groundwater

Flooding

Drainage

Network Infrastructure

Marine

Interview Process

-competency interview