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.