Microbiology Lab Manager Permanent South East England Our client is looking for Microbiology Lab Manager to be based in the South East of England. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and manage a dynamic microbiology team within a fast-paced commercial laboratory environment. • Oversee the daily operations, resource allocation, and strategic planning of microbiological testing activities. • Ensure departmental compliance with ISO 17025 standards and specific client requirements. • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across production, quality, process development, and team performance. • Maintain responsibility for Health & Safety and environmental compliance within the laboratory setting. • Implement flexible operational strategies to align laboratory capacity with sample intake, optimizing productivity per team member. • Conduct internal audits and investigate non-conformities in accordance with company policies and accreditation body standards, including UKAS. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing a team within a UKAS microbiology laboratory