Quality & Compliance Lead: UKAS Audit Expert

Tetra Tech Europe; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech Europe is seeking a Quality Manager on a 6 month fixed term contract to lead the Quality Management System and oversee compliance across surveying, air monitoring and laboratory analysis. You will coordinate with UKAS, regulators and technical teams to ensure audit readiness and robust governance.

The role requires extensive experience in ISO/IEC 17020/17025, BOHS certifications, and lead auditor capabilities, with a proactive stance on continuous improvement and regulatory liaison.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a UKAS-accredited asbestos consultancy or similar
• Strong working knowledge of ISO/IEC 17020 and ISO/IEC 17025 essential
• BOHS certifications P402, P403, P404; P405 knowledge advantageous, with Lead Auditor training desirable

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance the Quality Management System in line with UKAS, ISO standards, and HSE guidance
• Lead internal and external audits, coordinating with UKAS Assessment Managers and regulators
• Provide governance, risk assessment and corrective actions to ensure audit readiness across projects
• Drive continuous improvement in quality, safety and technical assurance across surveying, air monitoring and laboratory activities

Skills

Quality management

UKAS audit experience

Regulatory compliance

Lead Auditor training

Education

BOHS P402 certification

BOHS P403 certification

BOHS P404 certification

P405 knowledge advantageous

Job description

Tetra Tech Europe is seeking a Quality Manager on a 6 month fixed term contract to lead the Quality Management System and oversee compliance across surveying, air monitoring and laboratory analysis. You will coordinate with UKAS, regulators and technical teams to ensure audit readiness and robust governance.

The role requires extensive experience in ISO/IEC 17020/17025, BOHS certifications, and lead auditor capabilities, with a proactive stance on continuous improvement and regulatory liaison.