Enhancing Guyana’s Growth and Development
The Guyana Gold Board invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the vacant position of Head of Laboratory at our Head Office. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced laboratory professional to lead critical operations in Guyana’s gold sector.
Position Overview
The Head of Laboratory will lead and coordinate laboratory operations across the Guyana Gold Board, ensuring excellence in testing, evaluation, and pricing of gold while maintaining compliance with the Guyana Gold Board Act.
Key Responsibilities
Laboratory Operations Management
- Coordinate and oversee all laboratory operations at Head Office
- Oversee laboratory operations at the Guyana Gold Board’s Branch Offices
- Ensure systems related to testing, evaluation, and pricing of gold are consistently aligned with policies and procedures outlined in the Guyana Gold Board Act
- Assure clients of reliable and accurate laboratory services
Efficiency & Optimization
- Ensure the Laboratory operates at an optimal level of efficiency
- Manage human resource allocation and development within the laboratory
- Optimize technical operations and laboratory workflows
- Implement quality control and quality assurance measures
Policy Implementation & Compliance
- Manage the implementation of the Board’s policies and programmes relating to the purchase and sale of gold
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
- Maintain laboratory standards and best practices
- Develop and update laboratory procedures as needed
Equipment & Technical Management
- Oversee laboratory equipment maintenance and calibration
- Repair, replace, and procure laboratory equipment as required
- Ensure technical resources meet operational needs
- Apply engineering concepts to laboratory operations
Leadership & Strategy
- Provide strategic direction for laboratory operations
- Lead and develop laboratory staff
- Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders
- Prepare reports and recommendations for senior management
Qualifications and Experience
Essential Requirements
Education:
- A First Degree in a science-related field from a recognized university
Experience:
- A minimum of five (5) years of senior management experience within a laboratory setting
Technical Competencies:
- Demonstrated theoretical and practical knowledge of basic engineering concepts, including the ability to repair, replace, and procure laboratory equipment
- Training in Management Information Systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Additional Skills:
- Strong leadership and team management abilities
- Excellent organizational and planning skills
- Knowledge of laboratory quality systems and standards
- Understanding of gold testing and evaluation processes
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple laboratory locations
What We Offer
Attractive Salary and Remuneration Package
The successful candidate will receive a competitive compensation package commensurate with the senior nature of this position and level of experience.
Why Join the Guyana Gold Board?
- Lead laboratory operations for a key statutory organization
- Senior management position with significant responsibility
- Contribute to Guyana’s gold sector development
- Oversee operations across multiple locations
- Work with cutting-edge laboratory technology
- Professional growth and leadership opportunities
- Make a strategic impact on national operations
Application Process
Interested and suitably qualified persons are invited to submit their completed applications along with an updated Curriculum Vitae to:
By Mail:
The Administrative Manager
Guyana Gold Board
Guyana Geology and Mines Commission (GGMC) Compound
Upper Brickdam, Georgetown
By Email: acameron@ggb.gov.gy
Application Deadline: Friday, January 23, 2026
Please note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Take the next step in your laboratory leadership career and apply today!
