Compliance Manager

ZipRecruiter; Caernarfon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Caernarfon is seeking a Compliance Manager to oversee ISO compliance and drive continuous improvement. Applicants should have a strong knowledge of ISO 45001, 14001, 9001, and ideally AS9100 standards, alongside a proven track record in compliance management. The role includes preparing audits, developing documentation, and training staff in best practices. Competitive salary and opportunities for long-term growth are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Long-term career growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of ISO 45001, 14001, 9001; ideally AS9100.
• Proven track record in managing compliance or quality systems.
• Excellent IT skills in data analysis and document control.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve compliance with ISO standards.
• Lead audit preparation and follow-up actions.
• Develop compliance documentation and risk assessments.
• Train colleagues on compliance requirements.

Skills

Knowledge of ISO 45001, 14001, 9001

Managing compliance or quality systems

Excellent IT skills

Problem-solving and analytical ability

Strong communication skills

Proactive and self-motivated

Job description

Overview

Location: Caernarfon (FTL) with support across N Industries Group

Reports to: Technical Director, Friction Technology Ltd

Role Overview

We are seeking a Compliance Manager to support Friction Technology Ltd (FTL) and other companies within the N Industries group. The role will focus on maintaining, developing, and continually improving our management systems in line with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards.

This is a key role within the group, ensuring that our businesses remain compliant, efficient, and audit-ready while driving continuous improvement across all sites.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and continually improve compliance with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, and AS9100 standards.
• Lead internal and external audit preparation, coordination, and follow-up actions.
• Develop and monitor compliance documentation, including manuals, procedures, and risk assessments.
• Train and support colleagues on compliance requirements and best practices.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions following audits and non-conformance reports.
• Work with management teams to identify opportunities for system and process improvement.
• Provide clear reporting on compliance status, risks, and improvement opportunities to senior management.
• Support group-wide initiatives to standardise and strengthen compliance culture across businesses.

Skills & Experience

• Strong knowledge of ISO 45001, 14001, 9001 and ideally AS9100.
• Proven track record in managing compliance or quality systems within manufacturing or engineering.
• Excellent IT skills (data analysis, reporting, document control, system integration).
• Highly organised, thorough, and detail-oriented with a methodical approach.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical ability.
• Confident communicator, able to engage with all levels of the business.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of working across multiple sites within the group.

Additional Experience

• Background in general business operations such as administration, logistics, or production support — giving strong awareness of how different functions within a company interact.
• Ability to quickly understand business processes and translate them into effective compliance frameworks.
• Experience working in environments where compliance is integrated with day-to-day operational decision making.

Desirable

• Experience in aerospace, defence, automotive, or heavy industry environments.
• Auditor or lead auditor qualifications.
• Familiarity with Health & Safety and Environmental compliance beyond ISO standards.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to play a key role in shaping compliance across a growing industrial group.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Long-term career growth within N Industries, with exposure to multiple businesses and sectors.
• Supportive environment that values precision, accountability, and innovation