Academic & Institutional Research·Posted on Nov 11·
Full-timeSt. Saviour, JerseyNo salary listed
About the Job
Requirements
Knowledge of laboratory practices, sampling techniques, and analytical methods.
Understanding of quality management systems and laboratory accreditation standards, such as ISO 17025.
Experience interpreting, analysing, and reporting scientific or operational data.
Knowledge of water quality regulations and environmental compliance requirements, or willingness to develop expertise in this area.
Experience investigating issues, incidents, or complaints and identifying appropriate corrective actions.
Experience maintaining accurate records, reports, and databases.
Ability to prioritise workloads and coordinate activities to meet operational deadlines.
Confidence making decisions and acting independently when deputising for the Laboratory Manager.
Experience using laboratory information and data management systems.
Ability to communicate technical information clearly to customers and non-technical colleagues.
Responsibilities
Assist the Laboratory Manager with day-to-day laboratory operations and act as their nominated deputy when required.
Undertake sampling and analysis when required.
Input and maintain statistical and analytical data in computer systems and produce reports as requested.
Administer the collation of reporting and analyses, compiling reports and databases.
Investigate consumer complaints about water quality and pollution incidents.
Support commercial customers with their analytical requirements.
Maintain working knowledge of UK water quality regulations and best practices, and current water supply sector issues relating to water quality.
Assist with process evaluation, optimisation, and investigation, independently or with colleagues.
Manage laboratory stocks to ensure adequate sampling bottles and other essential items are available.
Comply with and maintain Laboratory Quality Management and Assurance systems, including Csols, and work towards ISO 17025 as required.
Develop and maintain detailed knowledge of LIMS, complete relevant courses, and schedule samples, including annual scheduling.
Manage Water Quality Analysts and Technicians where required, including one-to-ones and required performance reviews.
Work weekends on a rota and be available outside normal working hours for emergencies.
Carry out other duties as reasonably required.
Desired Qualifications
Previous experience supervising, coaching, or supporting the development of team members.
Experience with stock control, planning, or resource management.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.
As Assistant Laboratory Manager, you will play a key role in helping Jersey Water ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality drinking water to the Island. Working closely with the Laboratory Manager, you will support the day-to-day operation of the laboratory, oversee quality assurance processes, and help lead a team of water quality professionals.
This varied role combines technical expertise, people leadership, and continuous improvement. You will be involved in water quality sampling and analysis, managing laboratory data and reporting, investigating customer water quality concerns, supporting commercial testing services, and helping to maintain industry-leading quality standards and accreditation requirements.
As the Laboratory Manager’s deputy, you will have the opportunity to lead and develop team members, contribute to process optimisation projects, and play an important part in protecting Jersey’s water supply. The role also provides excellent opportunities for professional development, further training, and career progression within a collaborative and supportive organisation.
Assist the Laboratory Manager with the day-to-day operation of the laboratory and to act as their nominated deputy when required.
Undertake sampling and analysis when required.
Input and maintain statistical and analytical data on the computer systems producing reports, as requested.
Administer the collation of reporting and analyses compiling reports and databases.
Complete investigation of consumer complaints on water quality and pollution incidents.
Support commercial customers with their analytical requirements as required
Maintain working knowledge of the UK water quality regulations/best practice and maintain working knowledge of current issues in the water supply sector relating to water quality.
Assist with process evaluation, optimisation, and investigation either alone or in support of other colleagues.
Manage laboratory stocks to ensure adequate sampling bottles and other essential items are always available.
Ensure the Laboratory Quality Management and Assurance systems are complied with and maintained, including Csols, working towards ISO 17025 as required.
Develop and maintain detailed knowledge of LIMS, complete relevant courses and complete scheduling and annual scheduling of samples.
Manage Water Quality Analyst and Technicians where required, including 1:1’s and required performance reviews.
Work weekends on a rota basis and to be available outside of normal working hours for emergency situations.
Carry out other duties as may reasonably be required.
Knowledge & Experience
Knowledge of laboratory practices, sampling techniques and analytical methods.
Understanding of quality management systems and laboratory accreditation standards (e.g. ISO 17025).
Experience of interpreting, analysing and reporting scientific or operational data.
Knowledge of water quality regulations, environmental compliance requirements, or a willingness to develop expertise in this area.
Experience of investigating issues, incidents or complaints and identifying appropriate corrective actions.
Experience of maintaining accurate records, reports and databases.
Leadership & Management
Previous experience of supervising, coaching or supporting the development of team members (desirable).
Ability to prioritise workloads and coordinate activities to meet operational deadlines.
Confidence in making decisions and acting independently when deputising for the Laboratory Manager.
Technical & Commercial Skills
Experience using laboratory information and data management systems.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
Ability to communicate technical information clearly to a range of audiences, including customers and non-technical colleagues.
Experience of stock control, planning or resource management (desirable).