The Role
* We are seeking a skilled Laboratory Manager to join our team in supporting laboratory management and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) functions at the Western Centre for Health Research and Education and Northern Centre for Health Education and Research.
This role is responsible for managing laboratory operations, compliance, and safety programs, including purchasing, resource allocation, waste management, and licensing. The successful candidate will work closely with academic and professional managers to ensure well-maintained facilities within a complex organizational and shared services environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* To manage laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with relevant OHS legislation, statutes, regulations, and policies.
* To collaborate with other service delivery areas, schools, and departments to provide effective OHS support.
* To maintain strong relationships with UOM/VU managers to ensure efficient and effective management of infrastructure and facilities.
Requirements
* Undergraduate qualifications in a relevant discipline, such as science and OH&S.
* Extensive experience working within a scientific or medical laboratory environment and coordination of personnel in a matrix environment.
* Demonstrated knowledge of OGTR regulatory requirements and proven experience working within a PC2 containment facility.
* Excellent interpersonal skills with proven capacity to consult, influence, and build rapport with a broad range of people.
Benefits
* This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check.
* Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.