Head of Laboratory | Leiter:in Labor (w/m/d)

Berliner Wasserbetriebe

Berlin, Berlin, Deutschland
Published Dec 19, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

The Head of Laboratory will oversee the smooth organization and operational efficiency of laboratory services, managing approximately 100 employees across multiple locations for Berlin's largest water and wastewater company. This pivotal leadership role involves ensuring optimal workflows, capacity planning, and customer-oriented process optimization. Key responsibilities include conceptualizing laboratory strategies aligned with corporate goals in water supply and wastewater disposal, maintaining a high-performing personnel structure, and continuously aligning lab processes with current regulatory requirements. A strong focus will be placed on implementing megatrends such as automation, digitalization, and AI within the lab environment. Candidates must possess a Master's degree in a relevant scientific or engineering field, strong leadership skills, and extensive professional experience in quantitative analysis of water and environmental samples, coupled with expertise in quality management systems like ISO 17025. This is an attractive opportunity to shape the future of water management in a stable, forward-thinking organization.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Food Chemistry, or a comparable natural science or engineering discipline. Doctorate (PhD) in a relevant field is desired.

Experience

  • Professional experience in quantitative analysis of drinking water, wastewater, sludge, and environmental samples
  • In-depth experience in controlling and implementing Quality Management Systems according to ISO 17025
  • Strong leadership competencies
  • Experience in Conflict, Change, and Process Management

Languages

Not specified

Additional

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