Laboratory Manager / Asbestos

About the opportunity:

An established environmental services organisation is seeking an experienced Laboratory Manager – Asbestos to lead its accredited laboratory operations. This is a senior, hands-on role combining people leadership, technical oversight, and quality management in a high-performing asbestos analysis environment.

Role description:

The Laboratory Manager is responsible for managing laboratory staff, overseeing and carrying out asbestos analysis, maintaining IANZ 17025 accreditation, and acting as a Key Technical Person. The role ensures accurate, efficient sample turnaround while leading continuous improvement, audit readiness, and strong client service delivery.

Responsibilities will include:

• Managing laboratory staff, workflow, KPIs, and performance

• Overseeing and carrying out asbestos analysis and quality assurance processes

• Acting as Key Technical Person and authorising test reports

• Maintaining IANZ 17025 accreditation and audit readiness

• Liaising with clients and internal teams on technical matters

This role will suit someone with all or some of the following background/experience/qualities: 

• Minimum 4 years asbestos laboratory analysis experience (5+ preferred)

• Proven experience in IANZ / ISO 17025 accredited laboratories

• Strong leadership and people management capability

• High-level asbestos microscopy and analytical expertise

• Confidence working under pressure and meeting tight turnaround times

About the company:

This organisation is a well-established environmental services provider delivering accredited laboratory analysis and consultancy services across New Zealand. With a strong reputation for technical excellence, public health focus, and regulatory compliance, the company supports a wide range of commercial, industrial, and public-sector clients.