Bronwill Herringer

Laboratory Manager

Stellenbosch, Cape Winelands District MunicipalityMember since January 12, 2026

Focus on continuous improvement/learning and quality of work outputsAbove average organizational skills with consistent and excellent attention to dConceptual and analytical skills with a lucid manner of presentationGood interpersonal skills, able to work independently and as part of a teamFunctional leadership and ownership of areas of responsibilityGood presentation skillsSound judgment and decision-making skillsCapable of working under pressure for extended hoursGood report-writing skillsPBMC processing and training staff in sample processingPBMC and Leukapheresis processingGood Clinical Practice (GCP) knowledge and applicationQA maintenance and troubleshootingAccess Immunoassay systemMeditech (OS) computer systemLDMS LIMS systemDXH500 cell counter (Beckman)

About

Laboratory experience with outstanding analytical, technical skills and knowledge. Over 23 years of working experience in laboratories that provides pathology services and currently working in Clinical Research since 2018, with concepts of GCLP, GCP and IATA guidelines. Performance-driven self-works collaboratively with team members and strives to consistently deliver exceptional work standards.

The objective is to obtain a challenging position in a progressive organisation that will stimulate personal and professional growth opportunities.

Experience

Laboratory Manager - Hutchinson Centre Research Institute of South Africa - South Africa

(2022-10)

Oversee laboratory facilities, including specialized HVAC and electrical systems, generator, and UPS
Coordinate and oversee regular maintenance and repair and troubleshoot problems with assistance from an off-site facilities company
Oversee and coordinate equipment maintenance, repairs, purchases, and usage, and troubleshoot equipment that is not performing
Formally document equipment maintenance, trends, and other parameters to ensure functioning according to GCLP standards
Oversee and manage the 24-hour on-call system and handle all queries from personnel when laboratory alarms are triggered
Attend to emergencies 24/7, supported by the lab team
Coordinate purchase and shipment/receipt of laboratory equipment to ensure the laboratory is always equipped
Manage installation of new laboratory equipment, overseeing processes such as verification, qualification, and validation
Monitor and maintain lab space and equipment, ensuring that current laboratory resource needs are met, and future program resource needs are anticipated
Maintain good working relationships with key service providers that support the laboratory
Monitor and manage service level agreements compliance by service providers and ensure timely annual agreement renewals
Head of safety Committee and act as the Fire Marshall to ensure successful fire and evacuation drills

Repository Technician - Hutchinson Centre Research Institute of South Africa - South Africa

(2018-08 - 2022-10)

Sample management- maintain accurate organization of specimen inventory, maintenance of systems, and data management as per audit requirements
Create, develop, and review repository-related Standard Operating Procedures
Procurement of consumables- from obtaining quotations and tracking purchases through to receipt
Single point of contact for internal staff, external clients, and collaborators for laboratory specimens
Assists Laboratory Manager with repairs and servicing of lab equipment
Proficient in Labware and LDMS systems
Acting lab manager from Oct 20 – Jun 21

Medical Technician - CID Endocrinology Pathcare Laboratory - Cape Town, South Africa

(1995-08 - 2018-07)

Receiving, Tracking, Processing & Analysis of Blood Samples using various Automated Instrumentation- Beckman DXI; Architect; Kryptor; Beckman Access & Meditech

Part-time - Woolworths Distribution Centre - Montague Gardens, Cape Town

(1994-02 - 1995-07)