Construction Chemical Department Manager

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 [email protected]

Please state your availability, current & expected salaries for processing purpose. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.