Department Supervisor/Technical Specialist (Soil Chemist)

Element has an opportunity for a Department Supervisor/Technical Specialist (Soil Chemist) to join our growing team in Dubai and this is a great opportunity to develop your testing career within a Global TIC business.
In this role you will primarily be working with the chemistry lab team to develop the expertise in the analysis of soil samples using traditional wet techniques and instrumentation, (including physical measurements, traditional measurement, and metals and organic impurity determination).

This position will be based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Core Responsibilities

• Technical Support and Quality Assurance
• Address technical queries related to test results, ensuring scientific accuracy and clarity for customers. This is particularly pertinent to queries initiated from the soil section of Decca, (Dubai Municipality)
• Lead the auditee team during internal and external audits by providing responses to queries related to ISO/IEC 17025 requirements
• Support continuous improvement of quality systems and ensure compliance with accreditation standards
• Customer and Stakeholder Engagement
• Deliver excellent customer service by handling inquiries, clarifying analytical results, and initiating investigations where results are disputed.
• Maintain strong communication with clients, ensuring transparency and confidence in laboratory services.
• Method Development and Validation
• Develop analytical methods for environmental samples (water, soil) in line with international standards.
• Validate and evaluate method performance parameters including bias, precision, detection limits, linear range, and measurement uncertainty.
• Prepare and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for in-house developed
• Operational Excellence and Safety
• Collaborate with the Safety team to implement 5S practices, risk-assessment review and safety-related initiatives in the laboratory
• Partner with the Operational Excellence (OPEX) team to drive efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance workflow effectiveness
• Team and Resource Management
• Schedule and coordinate laboratory activities, including field sampling and team assignments
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members to build expertise and maintain high-quality standards

Skills / Qualifications:

• Degree or postgraduate qualification in Soil Chemistry or a closely related field, with 5–10 years of relevant industry experience
• Have the ability to work under pressure, and the flexibility to work extended working hours, if required or necessary
• Good English communication skills, both verbal and written

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED8,000.00 - AED12,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Do you experience in Decca (Dubai Municipality)?
• How many years of work experience do you have with Soil Chemistry?
• What is your current total salary?
• What is your salary expectation?