Group
Occupation
149333 Laboratory Manager
Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0
Released
6/12/2024
149333 Laboratory Manager
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.
Skill level: 1
Main tasks
- 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