Quality & Compliance Lead – ISO/QMS (Southampton)

Kier Group; Southampton; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier Group in Southampton seeks a Quality Manager to support the Southern Region, ensuring QA compliance across projects and driving improvements through ISO standards. The role involves auditing, risk management, investigations, and training to uphold quality and customer satisfaction.

You will work with pre-construction and operational teams, aiming for right‑first‑time delivery, with a focus on continuous improvement and profitability. A full driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• Understanding of ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 management standards.
• Self-motivated, proactive and highly organised with attention to detail.
• Ability to balance tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Holder of a Full Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Support pre-construction and operational teams to ensure right first‑time quality and specification compliance.
• Maintain quality control systems, including auditing, risk management, investigations, complaints and training.
• Oversee ISO integrated management systems and drive continuous improvement.
• Identify concerns, support contract teams to deliver improvements, and address root causes of defects.
• Drive performance improvements to maximise customer satisfaction and profitability.

Skills

ISO 9001 knowledge

ISO 14001 knowledge

ISO 45001 knowledge

Organised / detail-oriented

Strong communication

Full Driving Licence

Job description

Kier Group in Southampton seeks a Quality Manager to support the Southern Region, ensuring QA compliance across projects and driving improvements through ISO standards. The role involves auditing, risk management, investigations, and training to uphold quality and customer satisfaction.

You will work with pre-construction and operational teams, aiming for right‑first‑time delivery, with a focus on continuous improvement and profitability. A full driving licence is required.