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Fire Resistance Laboratory Supervisor
About the job Fire Resistance Laboratory Supervisor
Division: Fire Resistance Testing Division
Reporting: Area Manager
Supervising: Fire Resistance Testing Senior Technicians, Fire Resistance Testing Technicians, Fire Resistance Testing Furnace Operator, Fire Resistance Testing Technical Manager, Fire Resistance Testing Laboratory working personnel.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Personal Development
- Master fire resistance testing standards (BS-EN, ASTM, UL) and ensure compliance with technical and safety aspects.
- Conduct training for fire testing furnace components.
- Focus on personal ongoing self-development and growth.
- Accreditation and Quality Management Systems
- Maintain ISO 17025, ISO 17065, and ISO 17020 accreditation.
- Uphold ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 quality management system certifications.
- Plan and maintain work systems for optimum laboratory performance.
- Relationship with Subordinates
- Develop a yearly training program for staff in fire resistance testing.
- Ensure health and safety, provide oversight, and empower employees.
- Implement performance management and development processes.
- Business Unit
- Manage operational, budgetary, and financial responsibilities.
- Plan and allocate resources efficiently, improving business processes.
- Make financially responsible business decisions.
- Laboratory Welfare
- Manage furnace maintenance and fire safety inspection programs.
- Inspect and test fire testing furnace components.
- Ensure maintenance of firefighting systems in the laboratory.
- Testing Requirement
- Coordinate with clients to understand and meet testing requirements.
- Supervise sample preparation, testing procedures, and troubleshooting.
- Implement fire testing standards and communicate with clients.
- Other Duties as Assigned
- Cooperate and communicate with laboratory staff, engineers, and department heads.
Qualifications:
- Education: Minimum Bachelor's degree in business or related field.
- Experience: Minimum three years in leadership or supervisory roles.
- Thorough knowledge of fire resistance testing standards.
- Skills: Quality and safety-oriented, business management, interpersonal relationship building, team-oriented, and organizational management.
Language Ability: English (Read, Spoken, and Written)
Computer Skills: Proficient in internet software, email, MS Office, and database software.