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149333 · OSCA 2024

Laboratory Manager

Classification
Occupation
Skill level
1
Major group
Managers

Classification

Major group
1Managers

Description

Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the operations of a research, medical or production laboratory to ensure quality standards are met and health and safety standards comply with regulatory frameworks.

Unit group

1493 · Scientific and Environmental Managers

Description

Plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate scientific, geological, environmental management, laboratory and geological operations for organisations.

Skill level

Occupation skill level 1

Australia

1

Tasks

Tasks include

  • Implements, manages and oversees protocols, and ensures health and safety standards in the laboratory comply with regulatory frameworks
  • Maintains laboratory equipment and inventory levels
  • Trains technicians on the proper use of equipment and safety procedures to follow in the laboratory
  • Manages the daily operations of a laboratory, including the supervision of employees and schedule of activities
  • Monitors and ensures all laboratory operations are performed according to specifications
  • Reviews the studies, tests and analysis performed in the laboratory
  • Plans, organises and coordinates the quality management processes within the laboratory

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