Laboratory Technical & Project Manager

The Laboratory Technical & Projects Manager is responsible for the technical leadership setup of SGS Moroccos Energy & Chemicals laboratory operations

Will oversee Energy & Chemicals BU laboratory projects laboratory projects in country ensuring high technical standards method reliability and operational excellence.

This position plays a central role in maintaining and enhancing ISO/IEC 17025 compliance validating analytical methods and laboratory equipment and developing local laboratory technical competencies in line with SGS Group requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical leadership for all laboratory activities within the Energy & Chemicals Business Unit in Morocco.
• Oversee and support gasoline testing and blending operations and ensure the fast-track deployment of analytical methods quality controls and operational workflows.
• Oversee and support laboratory project development including Jorf Lasfar Petroleum Products Lab and Transformer Oils & OCM Testing Lab.
• Act as the technical authority for ISO/IEC 17025 quality systems method validation equipment calibration/ verification and laboratory best practices.
• Ensure proper technical governance of gasoline and petroleum product testing activities at Tanger Med.
• Develop review and implement SOPs analytical methods and quality control procedures.
• Lead technical training and competency development for laboratory chemists and technicians.
• Support procurement installation and validation of new laboratory equipment.
• Participate in technical meetings with clients audits and internal/external assessments.
• Contribute technical evaluations for new service development and expansion of analytical capabilities.
• Ensure all laboratory activities adhere to SGS HSE Quality Compliance and Integrity standards.
• Ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction through prompt responses to inquiries issues and concerns

Qualifications :

Education & Experience

• Bachelors degree in chemistry Chemical Engineering or equivalent scientific discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Oil & Gas laboratory management (TIC compagnies)
• Proven record in CFR Engine operations calibration and blending processes.
• Experience in ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation and laboratory setup project management.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of petroleum product testing (gasoline gasoil fuel oil marine distillates and residual fuels lubricants transformer oils LNG/LPG).
• Hands-on knowledge of CFR Octane/Cetane engines AAS ICP-OES GC UVF HPLC reformulyzeretc.
• Proficiency in method validation calibration QA/QC and data integrity principles.
• Familiarity with LIMS systems and laboratory instrumentation.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Leadership and mentoring capability.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written) is essential.
• Knowledge of French and Arabic is highly desirable and will be considered a strong asset.
• Adaptability and cross-cultural collaboration.

Additional Information :

Desired Attributes

• Initiative and autonomy in technical project execution.
• Commitment to safety integrity and continuous improvement.
• Strong customer focus and technical credibility with clients.
• Team-oriented with a proactive and pragmatic approach.

Work Environment & Travel

• Based primarily at Tanger Med Laboratory with frequent travel to Jorf Lasfar and other SGS sites in Morocco.
• Field and laboratory environment; requires adherence to SGS HSE and site access procedures.
• Occasional international travel for training or group projects.

International Applications Welcome

We welcome applications from international candidates who are looking to join a global organization and contribute to a dynamic multicultural environment in Morocco.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time