Description:
Kiwa CMT looking for a Head of Geo-Environmental to manage our Geo-Environmental department. In this role, you'll ensure profitable and efficient delivery across all work streams relating to testing and analysis for ground investigation, waste assessments and other geo-environmental testing services. This role is based at our offices in Derby. Kiwa, is a global leader in Testing, Inspection and Certification. Our company motto is we create trust. We want you to trust us in becoming your employer of choice.
About The Role
- Supervise daily laboratory and site services, ensuring efficient and profitable operations.
- Communicate effectively with departmental staff and management to support overall performance.
- Prepare and monitor departmental budgets, collating KPIs and taking action to maintain or improve results.
- Recruit, train, and develop staff, fostering a proactive and supportive team culture.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, delivering value-added guidance and support.
- Have an input in conjunction with company management and Sales staff to achieve development, growth/expansion of business via new client and business opportunities.
- Preparing quotations/proposals and supporting this process in other departments as necessary.
- Preparing specialist testing reports and authorising issue of reports.
- Ensure compliance with UKAS, ISO 17025, and Kiwa’s quality standards, including QA/QC processes and internal audits.
- Champion health, safety, and environmental policies, ensuring operations align with legal frameworks and industry standards.
Do you have what it takes?
- Strong understanding of legal frameworks and requirements, along with excellent technical skills and extensive knowledge of ground investigation, contaminated land, waste testing, and materials testing and assessment.
- Degree in Geology or Environmental Chemistry (desirable).
- Familiarity with health and safety policies, including RAMS and PPE requirements.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills.
- Positive, motivated, and professional outlook.
- Flexible approach to working hours, including occasional travel with overnight stays.
- Hold full UK driving licence.