Job Description

Element has an opportunity for an Civil Manager. In this role you will be reporting to the General Manager and perform a variety of leadership responsibilities within the assigned location to insure timely and accurate test results are delivered.

This position will be based in Sungei Kadut Loop,Singapore.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the General Manager, will be responsible for directing, coordinating, facilitating and monitoring the daily activities of the lab operations,Department managers and Supervisors and responsible for the operation of site laboratories as well as R&D Projects related to construction industries
• Maintain the lab schedule/scope of accreditation under SAC-SINGLAS
• Planning and scheduling of all routine laboratory and field tests and identifying work priorities and ensure efficient deployment of manpower while liaising with customer on laboratory testing matters and test results ,setting directions within the lab to ensure that production goals and customer expectations are consistently met in a safe, timely and cost-effective manner
• Ensures that safety and quality standards are being met and maintained at all times within the company's safety and QA programs and be responsible for the location safety performance and awareness; spearheads and manages initiatives that drive a culture of safety first
• Demonstrate deep knowledge of Element capabilities, processes and expertise to be able to clearly explain the benefits of Element testing services to all audiences -- internal and external
• Responsible and accountable to assigned direct reporting staff and to indirect departmental decisions to include hiring, performance management, and performance review decisions and execution and maintain an environment of respect and dignity within the department covering employee interactions and problem solving
• Key contributor in terms of establishing priorities and allocating resources to ensure that the lab runs smoothly and develop and maintain positive employee relations

Skills / Qualifications

• Possess a relevant degree in Civi engineering / Material Science with 8 - 10 years of relevant working experience in a testing related field at a Managerial level
• Support and train staff members for the department in order to meet customers' expectations on testing and project management, analytical and problem solving skills provide go-to insight in the daily efficient operation of the lab
• Technical leadership is vital to the production and operation of assigned tests with advanced working knowledge to operate various testing equipment
• Strong organizational, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to effectively establish and maintain two-way communications to understand the needs and concerns of all departments
• Understanding of continuous improvement disciplines such as Six Sigma, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, etc.

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Company Overview

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 6,500 brilliant minds operating from 200 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to 'Make tomorrow safer than today'.

When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

Diversity Statement

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming "the world's most trusted testing partner".

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.