Laboratory Operations Manager in Belfast, City of Belfast

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Our client is a specialist provider of laboratory services supporting high-volume testing, quality assurance, and scientific operations for organisations operating in regulated environments. To support the continued growth of the organisation we’re recruiting for a Laboratory Operations Manager to join their team in Belfast.



In this position you will hold full ownership of financial performance, people development, operational compliance, and continuous improvement within the business. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will shape strategy, optimise processes, and help translate customer needs into laboratory capability, ensuring testing operations meet expectations on quality, delivery, and commercial value.



Your day-to-day will involve:



* Leading laboratory operations to meet safety, quality, and turnaround expectations



* Maintaining compliance with accreditation frameworks such as ISO 17025



* Managing budgets, P&L accountability, cost controls, and efficiency targets



* Overseeing staffing levels, training, recruitment, and performance management



* Working closely with customers to understand requirements and translate them into service delivery



* Driving continuous improvement initiatives and fostering an engaged, performance-focused culture



* Participating in governance, audits, operational reviews, and issue resolution



This is a hands-on leadership role where visibility, communication and operational influence are key.



This Opportunity is for you if you have / are:



• Led laboratory or technical service teams in a regulated environment



• Understand scientific workflows, customer expectations, and accreditation-driven operations



• Confident managing P&Ls, KPIs, and performance improvement frameworks



• Ability to build strong relationships, solve problems proactively, and communicate clearly at all levels



If you are ready to drive operations and shape a high-performing business unit, we’d love to hear from you.



Apply now to learn more about this unique opportunity!



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