Element has an opportunity for a Department Manager to join our rapidly expanding team. In this role, you will perform a variety of routine and non-routine testing assignments within the department assigned and insures timely and accurate test results under minimal direct supervision.
This position will be based in Sungei Kadut Loop,Singapore.
Job Duties:
- Responsible for the location safety performance and awareness spearheads and manages initiatives that drive a culture of safety first
- Under the direction of the General Manager, is responsible for department's growth including profit and loss.
- Provides technical and engineering leadership related to construction chemical materials testing, but not limited to other product testing such as floor tiles, door, glass, timber, etc.
- Manages daily operations to ensure productivity and customer expectations are consistently met in a safe, timely and cost-effective manner.
- Demonstrates strong knowledge of Element capabilities, processes and expertise to be able to clearly explain the benefits of Element testing services to all stakeholders.
- Spearheads the development of new capabilities within Element with formal business case proposal.
- Provides technical advice or training to coworkers and customers on interpretation of test results.
- Provides technical and costing input to Business Development team on new and existing opportunities.
- Confident in making both formal and informal technical presentations to a wide range of stakeholders.
Job Requirements:
- Minimum Degree in Civil Engineering or Materials Science or Materials Engineering discipline from recognised institution, with a minimum of 5-year experience in a managerial role ideally with laboratory management operations experience
- Must be well-versed with ISO17025 documentation and technical documents such as BS, EN, ASTM, etc.
- Candidates with SAC-SINGLAS Signatory will be advantageous.
- Extensive knowledge on laboratory safety
- Ability to support and train staff members
- Possess strong technical leadership
- Ability to communicate (both written and oral) effectively with clients and colleagues with great attention to detail and accuracy of test results
- Proven track record of success in technical competency
- Proven ability to work under fast-paced environment
- Understanding of continuous improvement disciplines such as Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, etc.
- Possess strong project management, analytical and problem-solving skills
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested applicants, please submit your updated resume to [Confidential Information]
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