" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eLaboratory Team Leader\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"15387\"\u003e Science \u0026amp; Biotechnology \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"15388\"\u003e Scientist - Other \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"15389\"\u003e Conwy \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"15390\"\u003e Permanent \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 28/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLab Team Leader (Routine Lab Operations).\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMonday to Friday, 35 hours per week (with opportunities for overtime and weekend working when required).\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBased Conwy \u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSalary - \u0026pound;28k pa\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Our client is looking for a confident, motivated, and experienced Lab Team Leader to join their team in a dynamic, fast-paced, and innovative working environment.\u003cbr\u003e Working alongside their Investigative Operations Team Leader, you will share responsibility for managing and developing the laboratory team, ensuring daily operations run efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality, productivity, and safety.\u003cbr\u003e This is an exciting opportunity for a natural leader who enjoys taking ownership, making decisions, and motivating others to perform at their best. We encourage fresh thinking, initiative, and continuous improvement, giving you the freedom to make a real impact on how the laboratory operates.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKey Responsibilities.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead, motivate, and support the laboratory team alongside a fellow Team Leader.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBe able to contribute to processing routine laboratory samples and assisting lab team with workload during busy periods.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOversee daily routine laboratory samples, operations, workloads, and team performance.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMake confident, informed decisions independently without the need for close supervision.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuild a positive, productive team culture that encourages accountability and high performance.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, and quality.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport staff training, development, and progression.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnsure laboratory procedures, quality standards, and health and safety requirements are consistently maintained and improved where required.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Type of Candidate We\u0027re Looking For:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven team leadership experience with the ability to motivate, manage, and get the best out of people.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrevious laboratory experience is essential, ideally within an oil testing laboratory, although other laboratory backgrounds will be considered.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConfidence in decision-making, problem-solving, and handling challenges independently.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to work autonomously, take ownership, and demonstrate initiative.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA proactive, hands-on leadership style with the ability to earn respect and build strong working relationships.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSomeone who thrives in a busy, fast-moving environment and can adapt to changing priorities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy Join Us?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompetitive pay and extras, including paid gym membership, performance bonuses, generous holiday scheme and EAP support.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLeadership \u0026amp; Ownership: Take an active role in managing a team and shaping daily laboratory operations.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFreedom to Improve and Innovate: Bring your own ideas, challenge existing processes, and drive positive change.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCareer Development: Opportunities to expand your leadership and technical skills, with potential for further progression within the company.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"445681\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "