Quality and Compliance Specialist

NOV; Glenrothes; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider in the oil and gas industry is seeking a Quality and Compliance Engineer to maintain and improve their Quality Management System. This pivotal role involves ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 standards, overseeing audits, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to uphold high-quality standards and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in quality assurance or compliance within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Proficiency in ISO 9001 standards and quality management tools.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all procedures and documentation are controlled, current, and accessible.
• Lead investigations using structured methodologies; implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, providing robust evidence and ensuring systemic issues are resolved.

Skills

ISO 9001 standards

Quality Management tools

Regulatory requirements

Education

Degree in Engineering

Quality Management

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated Quality and Compliance Engineer to join our team at NOV UK FLEXIBLES. This role is pivotal in ensuring our Quality Management System (QMS) is consistently maintained and continuously improved in alignment with ISO 9001 and other relevant standards. You will ensure compliance with internal policies and customer-specific quality requirements, oversee audits and inspections, and lead structured problem-solving initiatives to resolve quality issues. Your efforts will promote a culture of continual improvement and ensure the organisation maintains high-quality standards and operational efficiency. This position plays a vital role in safeguarding our reputation for excellence and supporting NOV's long-term success.

NOV is a leading provider of technology, equipment, and services to the global oil and gas industry. Our mission is to power the industry that powers the world by delivering innovative solutions that improve cost-effectiveness, efficiency, safety, and environmental impact. With a heritage dating back to 1862, we are proud of our legacy and committed to supporting the full-field drilling, completion, and production needs of our customers. NOV UK FLEXIBLES is part of this global network, driving quality and compliance at the forefront of our operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all procedures and documentation are controlled, current, and accessible.
• Lead investigations using structured methodologies; implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Partner with production and supply chain teams to address quality deviations and audit findings.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, providing robust evidence and ensuring systemic issues are resolved.
• Manage supplier performance trends and evaluation status against quality benchmarks.
• Deliver quality inductions for new employees and mentor staff on RCA and quality practices.
• Support contract and specification reviews, acting as the quality interface for internal and external stakeholders.
• Drive process standardisation across departments, aligning with quality and regulatory expectations.
• Track KPIs, analyse trends, and monitor the effectiveness of implemented corrective actions.
• Contribute to quality oversight in new product or process developments, assessing risks and solutions.

Qualifications & Skills

• Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in quality assurance or compliance within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Proficiency in ISO 9001 standards and quality management tools (e.g., RCA, CAPA).
• Strong understanding of regulatory and customer-specific quality requirements.