Head of Laboratory (Water and Environmental Analysis) | Laborleitung (w/m/d)

OOWV Hauptverwaltung

Brake (Unterweser), Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Jul 29, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This leadership role involves overseeing the Quality Monitoring Department, specifically managing the drinking water and wastewater laboratories. The successful candidate will be instrumental in maintaining high quality standards for water supply and wastewater disposal, coordinating the monitoring of groundwater, drinking water, and wastewater discharges. A key part of the role is to strategically advance the laboratories into modern environmental analysis centers, addressing challenges posed by climate change, environmental influences, and stricter regulations. This position requires strong leadership in team and project management, ensuring proper sampling and analytical procedures, and driving digital transformation within the lab's information management systems. It's a impactful role contributing significantly to environmental protection and sustainable future.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Chemistry, Biology, Food Technology, Environmental Engineering (with analytical focus), or a comparable natural science field. Doctorate in Chemistry or Biology preferred.

Experience

  • Several years of professional experience in laboratory operations, ideally in water and environmental analysis
  • Experience leading teams at a technical and disciplinary level

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Basic)

Additional

  • Valid Class B driving license