We are now looking for a

Deputy Laboratory Manager

to join our team working for a better future.

The position is permanent, and the location is in Bermeo, Spain.

What you will be doing

As Deputy Laboratory Manager, you will support the Laboratory Manager in leading the Bermeo Laboratory and developing a safe, reliable, efficient and future-ready testing and validation operation. You will help turn business and RDE Testing & Validation priorities into clear plans and coordinated day-to-day execution. In this role, you will work closely with our multidisciplinary team and key stakeholders to strengthen performance, capabilities and collaboration. You will also act as deputy for the Laboratory Manager when needed.

As Deputy Laboratory Manager, your work will focus on these responsibilities:

• Support the Laboratory Manager in setting objectives, planning and prioritising activities, following up progress, and ensuring alignment with business needs, safety requirements and Wärtsilä ways of working.

• Coordinate safe, reliable and efficient laboratory operations,



including resources, facilities, equipment, budgets, performance indicators, risk management, compliance, delivery quality and reporting.

• Drive continuous improvement by developing our processes, technologies, methods and ways of working, while strengthening governance and operational performance.

• Build effective collaboration across RDE Testing & Validation, business units, engineering, operations, suppliers, partners and other key stakeholders, turning expectations into clear operational priorities.

• Support the development and engagement of our laboratory personnel by clarifying responsibilities, encouraging continuous learning, and fostering ownership, collaboration and accountability.

• Act on behalf of the Laboratory Manager when delegated, ensuring leadership continuity, sound decision-making and timely escalation of risks and issues.

To be successful in this role, we expect you to have:

📌 Deputy Laboratory Manager (Bermeo)
🏢 Wärtsilä
📍 Bermeo