Defence Quality Management Lead

Millbank; Reading; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident Scheme

Inclusive and diverse workforce

Job summary

Millbank Holdings Ltd is seeking a Quality Management Lead to steer the full project lifecycle on major defence and civil nuclear initiatives. You will develop and implement quality plans, lead audits, and direct cross-functional teams to meet stringent safety and compliance standards.

The role includes producing Inspection and Test Plans and Project Quality Plans, investigating non-conformities, supporting client and third‑party audits, and driving continuous improvement while maintaining

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Quality Assurance/Control within defence or regulated industries.
• Lead Auditor qualifications and enabling third-party audits.
• Leadership in regulated environments delivering complex projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee quality across the full project lifecycle (design to commissioning).
• Lead investigations into non-conformities and support client/third-party audits.
• Develop and maintain quality documentation including Inspection and Test Plans and Project Quality Plans.
• Monitor audit findings and drive continuous improvement; manage cross-functional stakeholders.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Leadership

Audits

Stakeholder management

Job description

Millbank Holdings Ltd is seeking a Quality Management Lead to steer the full project lifecycle on major defence and civil nuclear initiatives. You will develop and implement quality plans, lead audits, and direct cross-functional teams to meet stringent safety and compliance standards.

The role includes producing Inspection and Test Plans and Project Quality Plans, investigating non-conformities, supporting client and third‑party audits, and driving continuous improvement while maintaining