Technical Manager / Senior Veterinary Technologist

• A BTech Veterinary Technology with postgraduate being advantageous.
• The successful candidate must be registered with the veterinary council.
• Previous experience (minimum 5 years) having worked on planning, running and writing up ISO validations to submit is essential.
• Previous experience having worked within the poultry and related industries is preferred.
• Previous experience having worked within the field of molecular and bacteriology is essential (Minimum 5 years).
• Must have a sound understanding of serology, microbiology and molecular principles.
• Must have knowledge and experience in method validation including design and running.
• Must be able to display analytical, innovative and research thinking.
• Must be able to write SOPs according to minimum standards.
• Must have strong communication and computer skills including Excel.
• Knowledge of working on different analytical equipment will be advantageous.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Managing a team of analysts and driving the technical department ensuring that ISO validations are planned, run and written up to submit.
• Providing feedback to the operations manager on all work-related matters.
• Managing and overseeing all data capturing and reviews.
• Overseeing and managing all test methods according to their training capacity or competency.
• Maintaining a minimum stock level of all materials needed.
• Reviewing and verifying test results.
• Using appropriate methods and techniques to carry out tests.
• Reviewing and evaluating SOPs including optimisation of current methods.
• Developing new analytical methods with relevant validation.
• Conducting staff training on technical concepts and methodology.
• Promoting and maintaining laboratory safety procedures at the section level.
• Promoting and maintaining efficient laboratory conditions required for personnel safety and effective running of tests.
• Providing guidance to laboratory analysts.
• Completing and participating in non-conformance investigations.

Salary package, including benefits, is highly negotiable depending on experience gained.