Laboratory Lead

Knowledge, experience & capabilities

• Bachelor of Science in applied Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, microbiology, or any related field.
  
• Post graduate degree in related course will be an added advantage.
  
• Proven experience in laboratory diagnostics and crop protection with a strong technical background in laboratory procedures and techniques.
  
• 5-7 years’ experience in a similar field
  
• Effective leadership and communication skills
  
• Effective planning and organizational skills
  
• Proper problem identification and solving skills.
  
• Keen to details and a team player
  

• Organise and perform diagnostic pathological tests, analysis of water, plant and media samples (internal and external).
  
• Perform routine laboratory tests on plant and seed samples to screen for seed transmittable diseases.
  
• Oversee scheduled maintenance of laboratories on site, ensure all equipment is calibrated accordingly.
  
• Ensure all relevant documents are physically and electronically filed in line with the Syngenta protocols.
  
• Lead and coach both the laboratory and scouting team as per Syngenta guidelines.
  
• Work closely with the FPM to develop and update already existing training programs.
  
• Conduct continuous training during townhalls to all staff ensuring they remain compliance with Syngenta Phytosanitary protocols. Lead in the onboarding phytosanitary training of all guests.
  
• Work closely and collaboratively to ensure healthy and productive plants.
  
• Continuously train semi-skilled workers in seeds department in liaison with the production leads to ensure compliance and well-equipped employees.
  
• Ensure proper management of laboratory consumables for cost efficiency. Monitor the efficacy of disinfectants used in the farm to help prevent diseases.
  
• Good understanding of crop protection, recognising, symptoms caused by biotic and abiotic.
  
• Act as a representative in the management meetings providing feedback and updates for informed decision making.
  
• Ensuring adherence to phytosanitary requirements on site to control pests and diseases.
  
• Responsible for maintaining GSPP standards in the laboratory ensuring the necessary records and documentation are updated and compliant.
  
• Enforcing Syngenta HSE policy in all business operations.
  
• Any other tasks as may be allocated to you from time to time.