Assistant Laboratory Manager at ALS in Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.

When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.

Join ALS Environmental – Hamilton, New Zealand

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Laboratory Manager to support the efficient, safe, and high‑quality operation of our Hamilton laboratory. This is a hands‑on leadership role suited to a technically strong professional with proven supervisory experience and a strong customer and quality focus.

Working closely with the Laboratory Manager and Production team, you will help manage workflow priorities, staffing levels, turnaround times, and technical reporting, while ensuring quality, safety, and compliance standards are consistently met.

Key Responsibilities

• Support workflow prioritisation, turnaround time management, and load balancing
• Manage staff resourcing, cross‑training, and day‑to‑day supervision
• Provide technical support to clients and internal teams
• Resolve sample, reporting, and turnaround issues across ALS sites
• Maintain quality systems, audit outcomes, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements

About You

• Tertiary qualification in science (preferably Chemistry or related field)
• Minimum 5 years’ laboratory experience, including 2 years in a supervisory role
• Strong communication, organisational, and leadership skills
• High level of computer literacy and attention to detail
• Strong customer focus with sound understanding of business principles
• Commitment to quality, safety, teamwork, and ALS values

Quality Responsibilities

• Ensure all testing and tasks comply with ALS quality systems and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure instrument maintenance is up to date.
• Always uphold the integrity of data and laboratory processes.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

• Understand and comply with ALS HSE policies and laboratory safety procedures.
• Follow appropriate precautions when working with samples of unknown hazard.
• Report and address unsafe practices or environmental risks.
• Actively contribute to a strong safety and sustainability culture.
• Comply with all applicable OHS legislation.

Join ALS and play a key leadership role within a global organisation committed to scientific excellence, safety, and service.

Working at ALS

The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.

Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence.

At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us.

We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.

Everyone Matters

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.

ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request. 

Eligibility To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.

How to apply Please apply on-line and provide a resume & cover letter that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.