Quality Auditor

AtkinsRéalis; Potters Bar; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering services provider in the UK is looking for a Quality Assurance Specialist to drive quality systems and process improvements. This role is pivotal in fostering a culture of continuous improvement by leading audits and training teams. Candidates should have a relevant professional qualification and significant experience in quality assurance. Flexible working arrangements are available, and the organization values diversity and inclusion in its workforce.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary

Employee rewards

Qualifications

• Proven experience in quality assurance within complex contractual environments.
• Experience of auditing, report writing, and managing non-conformances.
• Strong knowledge of quality standards and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of the audit programme and conduct regular internal audits.
• Identify areas of risk and support implementation of effective mitigation measures.
• Lead cross-functional quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Process Improvement

Auditing

Stakeholder Management

ISO 9001

Education

Professional qualification in Quality Assurance

Job description

Job Description

Overview

Be trusted to make great things happen.

You might know us for the great work we do across our wide variety of projects. We're proud to say it's thanks to our people's diversity of thought, expertise and knowledge. And when you join us, you'll be a part of this genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone's voice is valued and treated equally.

We're passionate about what we do, but we don't take ourselves too seriously. Simply put, this a great place to be. So, when it comes to your life outside of work, ask us about our flexible and hybrid working policies designed to help you get the most out of life.

We offer flexible working based out of Leatherhead, South Mimms or Dartford with travel to projects or other offices as required.

Requirement for site visits, including night shift H&S audits, as required. This role is available part time, job share or full time. This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those people aren't available full time.

Your role

The Quality Assurance Specialist drives the development and implementation of quality systems and process improvements to ensure compliance with standards and reduce inefficiencies. The role fosters a culture of continuous improvement by playing a leading role conducting cross-functional audits, identifying areas of risk and best practice, and supporting team development in quality practices.

• Support execution of the audit programme. Conduct regular internal audits, produce reports, support Root Cause Analysis of NCR's, and track follow on actions through to completion.
• Identify areas of risk to the business and support implementation of effective mitigation measures where required.
• Enhance quality documentation, procedures, and processes in line with standards and regulations.
• Undertake observer role during execution of external audits on CPS.
• Monitor implementation of the Quality Plan across the business, verify that requirements are being met.
• Evaluate and provide feedback on tender reviews in terms of Quality.
• Lead cross functional quality improvement initiatives, and provide training so teams are better equipped to drive quality throughout the business.
• Promote a culture of quality excellence and continuous improvement, ensure lessons learnt are captured, and promote behaviours aligned with quality objectives.
• Take ownership of personal development goals and mentor team members in quality principles.

About you

Qualifications/ skills/ experience

• A relevant professional qualification, ideally a Quality Assurance professional certified to ISO9001 or similar qualification with a recognised UK institution.
• Proven experience in quality assurance, quality control, or process improvement roles within complex contractual environments.
• Experience of auditing, report writing, root cause analysis and managing non-conformances.
• Strong knowledge of quality standards and methodologies (ISO 9001, Lean, Six Sigma).
• Strong stakeholder influencing and management skills.
• Experience in driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Personal attributes

• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and precision.
• Proactive, resilient, and capable of working both autonomously and with teams to resolve quality issues.
• Ethical and objective, committed to fostering a culture of quality, integrity and continuous improvement.
• Adaptable and resilient, able to manage change and respond to evolving standards.
• Collaborative team player who works effectively across departments.
• Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers. Actively collects customer information and uses it to improve services and solutions. Manages the experience of customers to ensure positive relationships are established and maintained.
• Focus on Excellence: Willing to go the extra mile to exceed expectations. Continually searches for ways to add value and take performance to the next level.
• Teamwork & Collaboration: Puts aside personal agendas to work for the benefit of customers and suppliers and other stakeholders. Proactively builds knowledge through sharing knowledge, ideas, and expertise with others.
• Respect: Recognise and value our customers and people by encouraging and engaging.
• Trust: Be open and honest with all our customers and each other, reliable and predictable (no surprises) and approach everything we do with a 'can-do' attitude.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.