At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.
When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.
We are seeking an experienced Technical Manager to lead our Organic department at our Coventry site. This role is pivotal in ensuring the delivery of high-quality, legally defensible analytical results while driving continuous improvement across laboratory operations. With four Team Leaders reporting into you, you will play a key part in shaping the department’s capability, compliance, performance, and culture. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume laboratory environment and enjoy leading people through change and growth, we would like to hear from you.
Hours Per Week: 37
Days Per Week: Monday - Friday (flexible working)
Basis: Permanent, with both full-time and part-time options available.
Hiring Manager: Pervinder Johal
Closing Date: Thursday 4th December 2025
The Day to Day
- Ensuring the department operates in full compliance with UK Health & Safety legislation and promotes a strong safety culture.
- Maintaining the company’s quality system and ensuring methods and procedures remain compliant with internal and external audit requirements.
- Driving capacity and process improvements to optimise laboratory efficiency and reduce production costs.
- Managing departmental direct and indirect costs, revenue targets, and resource justification.
- Overseeing key client KPIs to ensure analytical quality meets required standards.
- Working within the Human Resources framework to ensure all workplace regulations and procedures are met.
- Developing and enhancing the technical capabilities of the section to support client and internal business needs.
- Undertaking site staff inductions on a rotational basis.
- Managing the site’s PMP operations.
The Essentials
- Excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.
- Strong influencing skills with the ability to remain calm and controlled under pressure.
- Demonstrated experience in motivating, coaching, retaining and developing staff.
- Ability to identify issues early and implement proactive solutions.
- Comfortable working cross-functionally to resolve challenges effectively.
- Experience in implementing innovative solutions and improving procedures.
- Ability to communicate confidently with auditors and regulators at a technical level.
- Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to draw conclusions from scientific and operational data.
- Detailed knowledge of high-volume production laboratory operations and quality systems.
- HND/HNC/Degree or equivalent in a relevant science subject.
- Proven management experience within a technical environment.
- Significant experience working under ISO 17025/Mcerts/14001/45001 accreditation.
- Chartered Chemist status or ability to achieve this within a reasonable timeframe.
Our benefits Include:
- Annual Leave commencing at 25 days (rising to 30) plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part time)
- Ability to Buy annual leave
- Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme
- Salary Progression Scheme based on technical and behavioural competencies
- ‘Celebrating Success’ Recognition Awards
- Perkbox membership providing access to discount vouchers and wellness hub .
- Learning/study support
- Group Personal Pension Plan
- Car Parking on-site
Working at ALS
The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.
Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence.
At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us.
We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.
Everyone Matters
ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.
ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Eligibility
To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.
How To Apply
Please apply on-line and provide a resume & cover letter that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.
