Academic Writing and Study Skills Lecturer

Gbs Uk; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading testing and certification firm in Birmingham is seeking to hire a professional to oversee daily test lab operations, manage the testing plan for UK brands, and ensure adherence to compliance and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in the hardware industry and a knack for technical appraisal. This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous annual leave and a pension match up to 7%.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Holiday purchase scheme

Pension match up to 7%

Life Assurance

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Adoption and Shared Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free Eye Tests

Subsidised Canteen

Volunteering and Team Building Days

Qualifications

• Experience managing testing plans and budgets.
• Understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to manage laboratory operations and procure supplies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily test lab operations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Manage certification/testing plan for UK Brands.
• Develop and maintain competencies within the testing team.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports on lab performance.
• Manage laboratory budget and inventory.

Skills

Proven experience within the hardware industry with a testing & certification background

Thorough understanding of the group product range of Quanex hardware RoW

Ability to technically appraise QUANEX HA ROW and competitor products

Collaboration with executive management to align departmental strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree desirable

Job description

How the role will make an impact:

Oversee the daily test lab operations, ensuring regulatory compliance and equipment maintenance is organised. Manage the Certification/Testing plan for UK Brands at the Wolverhampton and Carlisle sites. Define the strategy around in‑house testing and external testing.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Manage the complete testing plan & budget for UK Brands (ERA & Zoo Hardware).
• Monitor and audit existing certification processes and procedures to define strategy around in‑house testing & external testing, ensuring testing services are optimised and safety, compliance and regulatory requirements are met, ensuring products meet relevant industry standards, regulations and compliance requirements throughout their lifecycle.
• Manage the compliance/certification testing process for new and existing product ranges, providing relevant requirements guidance and scope from project conception and throughout product approvals, to ongoing surveillance and maintenance of accreditations, implementing new programs, testing procedures, methodologies and laboratory equipment.
• Manage the overall certification of all relevant products within ERA & Zoo product ranges, including where necessary mirror certification for 3rd parties.
• Develop & maintain competencies within the testing team to ensure delivery around daily operations, testing scheduling and quote and report generation.
• Maintain accurate records of lab activities, interpret data, and prepare reports on lab performance and results for management.
• Develop and manage the laboratory budget, procure necessary supplies and equipment, and oversee plant inventory.

Key Skills:

• Proven experience within the hardware industry with a testing & certification background.
• Bachelor's degree desirable.
• Thorough understanding of the group product range of Quanex hardware RoW.
• Ability to technically appraise QUANEX HA ROW and competitor products.
• Collaboration with executive management to align departmental strategy with overall organisational goals.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Pension match up to 7%
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Adoption and Shared Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free Eye Tests
• Subsidised Canteen
• Volunteering and Team Building Days

About Us:

We are not just another manufacturing company; we are part of something bigger! We are Quanex, a global, publicly traded manufacturing company serving OEMs in the fenestration, hardware, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration, security, and outdoor products markets. This position is based at our ERA site. Our mission is to positively impact our customers, employees and shareholders and put them at the centre of everything we do, through innovation technology and best‑in‑class customer service.

Health & Safety Responsibilities:

At Quanex, the health and safety of our employees are our top priorities. We are committed to providing a safe and supportive working environment by adhering to the highest safety standards and regulations. Through comprehensive training, regular safety checks, and open communication, we ensure that every team member feels confident and protected while performing their duties. We continuously strive to minimise risks, promote well‑being, and encourage a culture of safety across all levels of our organisation.