Facilities and Laboratory Management Coordinator

Job Title: Facilities and Laboratory Management Coordinator

Location: Trafford Park, Manchester

Salary: £27,000 - £36,000 (based on experience)

+ Share Options + 7.5% Employer Pension + Income Protection + More

About Us:

Holiferm is facilitating the transition of the $42 billion surfactant market away from harmful, fossil fuel-based chemicals to biodegradable, sustainable biosurfactants. We are spearheading research and production into this innovative technology and, as such, are offering the opportunity to make an impact towards a more sustainable future. Our patented fermentation process with integrated gravity separation technology enables us to produce competitively priced biosurfactants at a commercial scale.

At Holiferm, you will have the platform to broaden your skills by working with field leaders within a dynamic, collaborative and inclusive working environment. Whether you are based in our research and development laboratory in Manchester or our commercial plant in Wallasey, you will have the freedom and autonomy to drive innovation and change.

Role Responsibilities:

As a Facilities and Laboratory Management Coordinator, you will be responsible for:

• Creating and maintaining a safe and collaborative working environment at the Trafford Park facility.
• Providing administrative and operational support including coordinating work orders, permits, and inventory management.
• Coordinating and supporting lab administration activities such as inventories and equipment maintenance schedules.
• Managing site correspondences, facility access, and proposing/implementing improvements for both laboratory and office spaces.
• Acting as the local EHS point of contact, scheduling appointments, preparing reports, and participating in safety and environmental compliance programs.

Role Requirements:

The successful Facilities and Laboratory Management Coordinator will have

• Previous experience in Laboratory Management
• Ability to review, understand and implement EHS policies and requirements with the support of the EHS manager
• Clear and proactive communication skills (verbal e.g., phone calls and written, e.g., emails)
• The ability to manage multiple external stakeholders such as contractors and bring site-related projects to successful completion.

Keywords: Lab Manager, Facilities Manager, EHS support, Facility Services Coordinator, Lab Administrator, R&D,