Quality Assurance Engineer (Civil/Rail)

Pinnacle Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor in London seeks a Quality Assurance Engineer to promote best practices and ensure compliance with quality standards. The role entails conducting audits, supporting site management, and producing quality documentation. Ideal candidates will have experience in civil engineering or rail projects. Competitive salary up to £45K plus comprehensive benefits including holidays and pension.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car or car allowance

27 days holiday

Discretionary annual bonus

Above market rate pension

Life assurance

Retail discounts and cashback

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in quality assurance within civil engineering or rail projects.
• Ability to conduct inspections and audits effectively.
• Strong understanding of Quality Plans and Inspection/Test Plans.

Responsibilities

• Establish best practices in quality matters.
• Support site management for compliance with Quality Plans.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of sites.

Skills

Quality assurance practices

Audit and inspection

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Quality Assurance Engineer (Civil/Rail)

Salary: Up To £45K + Pkg
Location: London
Region: London

We are currently seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to work for a main Civil Contractor who works across the UK specializing in a variety of civil/Rail engineering sectors with a primary focus on Rail-based projects. The role will be based in Euston with the candidate expected to travel intermittently to various project sites when required.

About The Project: They are market leaders in high-speed rail delivery, tunnelling, bridge construction, civil engineering, offsite manufacturing, and digital engineering. This main principle contractor has been awarded the enabling works for High Speed Two. Delivering the essential early works will include archaeology, site clearance, and setting up construction compounds – ahead of the start of the main civil engineering work. The £900 million enabling works contracts cover the whole of Phase One, from London to Birmingham.

The Role

• Establish and promote best practice in quality matters in conjunction with the Quality function. Collaborate with engineering to support and educate the engineering community to achieve better quality. Ensure that all personnel are aware of their statutory duties and responsibilities, and provide advice as and when required.
• Support site management teams to ensure compliance with all requirements stipulated in the Quality Plans and Inspection and Test Plans. Carry out regular inspections/audits of sites and workplaces to determine whether work is being carried out in accordance with Company Policy, Procedures, and other stated requirements.
• Promote the reporting of non-conformances and provide advice on closing out actions. Collate and review Business/Contract Quality statistics in a timely manner and submit to the Quality Management and Quality function for reporting purposes. Review Quality statistics to identify trends and areas for improvement. Produce Quality plans, procedures, and associated documentation and check compliance.
• Maintain records as necessary to ensure compliance with Company procedures and Contract Requirements. Provide reports, presentations, and information as directed by the Business/Quality Management.
• Carry out site inductions and other training as required. Support the Operational Unit/Quality Management in the delivery of the Audit Programme.
• Undertake internal and external audits as required. Attend Framework Quality Forums and lead input.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, Car or car allowance, 27 days holiday (option to buy or sell 2 per year), Discretionary annual bonus, Above market rate pension, 2x charity days/giving back days, Life assurance
• Other benefits include retail discounts and cashback, discounted gym memberships, cycle to work scheme, etc.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from underrepresented groups.