Site Service Lead

Site Service Lead Oxford

Fulltime Operational Leadership Scientific Environment

Are you an experienced laboratory operations professional ready to step into a leadership role We are seeking aSite Service Leadto oversee daily laboratory activities support scientific teams across multiple lines of business and ensure a safe efficient and wellcoordinated working environment.

This position plays a vital role in maintaining operational excellence and enabling highquality scientific output. If you are highly organised safetyfocused and passionate about supporting laboratory teams this could be the perfect next step in your career.

About the Role

As theSite Service Lead you will take ownership of daytoday activities across our clients Oxford site ensuring smooth operations strong communication and consistent service delivery. You will supervise lab support staff manage operational workflows and maintain high compliance standards while partnering closely with scientific and operational stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

1. Leadership & Oversight

• Supervise laboratory assistants and operational personnel providing daily guidance coaching and performance support.

• Foster a collaborative inclusive and productive team culture focused on quality and continuous improvement.

• Act as the central point of contact between lab support teams and fulltime employees across business lines.

2. Safety & Compliance

• Enforce strict adherence to EH&S policies and all approved SOPs.

• Coordinate mandatory safety training and maintain accurate records of staff certifications.

3. Waste Management & Decontamination

• Oversee compliant waste management following biosafety and decontamination protocols.

• Schedule and supervise decontamination routines such as autoclaving mycoplasma testing and regular lab cleaning.

4. Inventory Deliveries & Vendor Relations

• Coordinate deliveries receiving and stocking of materials to ensure uninterrupted operations.

• Maintain accurate inventory of supplies equipment and consumables.

• Build strong vendor relationships and oversee instrument servicing maintenance and repairs.

5. Operational Efficiency & Service Quality

• Implement refine and monitor laboratory and operational processes to improve workflow safety and service levels.

• Respond proactively to requests from scientific teams and operations functions.

• Track key performance indicators and produce operational reports for leadership.

6. General Maintenance Oversight

• Establish and monitor schedules for routine equipment and facility maintenance.

• Ensure safety equipmentincluding eyewash stations fire extinguishers and safety showersis inspected and compliant.

7. Training & Development

• Identify skill gaps and coordinate appropriate training and certifications (e.g. First Aid safety compliance).

• Support the professional development and onboarding of laboratory personnel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a scientific discipline or equivalent experience

• 35 years experience in laboratory operations or scientific support

• Strong knowledge of EH&S biosafety and compliance standards

• Experience with inventory systems QMS platforms and vendor coordination

• Excellent communication leadership and problemsolving skills

Why Join Us

• Play a key leadership role in shaping daily operations at a worldclass scientific site

• Support innovative research by enabling smooth safe and efficient workflows

• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams in a collaborative highimpact environment

• Grow your operational leadership career with opportunities for development and advancement

Ready to Lead Operations at our clients Oxford Site

If youre an organised proactive and safetyminded professional with a passion for operational excellencewed love to hear from you.

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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