Laboratory Business Unit Manager

About Bureau Veritas: 

Created in 1828, Bureau Veritas is a world leader in laboratory testing, inspection and certification services. 

We have a vital role in maintaining quality, safety and environmental standards of countless products, commodities, systems, buildings, infrastructure, and projects. 

In every industry sector we play, Bureau Veritas acts as a trusted guardian of the quality, safety and environmental standards which protect our population and safeguard our communities. 

For over 70 years, Bureau Veritas has been serving the Pacific, including Australia and New Zealand. Today, our business 2,800+ employees and operates 50 offices and labs across the Pacific.  

Fuels

Bureau Veritas provides high quality data to accurately assess the quantity and quality of a wide range of commodities as they move through global supply chains​

Providing inspections and laboratory testing services ​for all Oil & Petrochemicals as well as coal.

The Opportunity   

We are currently seeking a Business Unit Manager for the Mackay Laboratory. As the Laboratory Business Unit Manager, the areas of focus of your role will be to manage the operations of the laboratory, driving a positive Health, Safety and Environment culture, managing quality processes and systems, business development and key account management, financial management and team management. 

About You   

To be successful in this role you will need to possess the following skills, experience and attributes:

• Experience and knowledge in the applications of Quality Systems
• Business management experience in a technical and service orientated environment
• Sound knowledge and experience in the application of commercial models, systems and processes
• The ability to effectively lead, coach, mentor and train staff 
• Tertiary Degree qualifications in Science, Geology or Chemistry or Financial discipline are ideal
• Advanced business and operational planning skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage service and project delivery across functional groups
• Advanced communication, interpersonal and influencing skills
• An understanding and commitment to QHSE requirements 
• Coal laboratory experience would be beneficial but not essential 

How we care 

We offer a competitive salary and an opportunity to advance your career in a leading global organisation, as well as: 

• We offer a competitive salary with car allowance and an opportunity to advance your career in a leading global organisation, as well as: 
• Fantastic Training and Development opportunities
• Discounted Health & Wellbeing Platform 
• Free access to our Employee Assistance Program supported by Lifework’s 
• Discounted Health Insurance with Bupa
• Access to Cliqit, an employee retail discounts portal
• Superannuation Salary Sacrifice
• A rewarding career  

This role offers more than building a resume—it’s a chance to leave your mark. We offer you the opportunity to build your career and give you the recognition you deserve. Make an impact doing work you can be proud of at Bureau Veritas. Contribute to a global mission to enhance standards with integrity, and help us create a brighter future for our next generations, and a safer society for us all. The opportunity to work within a supportive close-knit team, learn new skills and gain training which could lead to the broader Bureau Veritas network for future career development.

 Apply now to join Bureau Veritas and help us create a brighter future for our next generations, and a safer society for us all.  

Bureau Veritas is an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles at Bureau Veritas, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Veterans (Defence experience is desirable) and people of all backgrounds. If you have any support or access requirements, we will partner with you and assist you through our recruitment process.