Quality Coordinator

Veolia; England; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental services company is seeking a Quality Manager to maintain accreditations and improve quality in their water laboratory. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, experience with quality management systems, and strong analytical skills. Competitive salary of £40,000 plus benefits. Located in Tidworth.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Discounts on retailers

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in Quality Management systems in a drinking water laboratory.
• Relevant experience in maintaining accreditations.
• Ability to conduct quality management reviews.

Responsibilities

• Maintain UKAS accreditation for Veolia Water Projects Laboratories.
• Serve as primary contact for UKAS and manage external audits.
• Lead internal auditing processes and drive continuous quality improvement.
• Oversee and update quality procedures and documentation.
• Train staff in ISO 17025 and investigate non-conforming work.

Skills

Good IT skills

Excellent analytical skills

Good auditing skills

Education

Degree in Chemistry/Microbiology or related discipline

Tools

Sample Manager / LIMS

Pivot tables and statistical tools

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?
Salary: £40,000 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week
Location: Tidworth, SP9 7AW

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone.

Whether you're looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day's work, we know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you:

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Access to our people's pension scheme
• Free physiotherapy service
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing:

• Maintain UKAS accreditation and other relevant accreditations for Veolia Water Projects Laboratories
• Serve as the primary contact for UKAS and manage external audits, ensuring timely completion of corrective actions
• Lead internal auditing processes and drive continuous quality improvement across sampling and laboratory operations
• Oversee and update quality procedures, laboratory methods, and documentation to reflect current practices and group objectives
• Conduct quality management reviews, train staff in ISO 17025, and investigate non-conforming work
• Develop and monitor quality KPI dashboards, assess operational risks, and implement mitigation strategies
• Stay informed about regulatory changes and ensure laboratory teams deploy appropriate accredited tests to meet commercial needs

What we're looking for:

• Degree in Chemistry /Microbiology or related discipline and relevant experience of Quality Management systems in a drinking water laboratory.
• Good IT skills, Sample Manager / LIMS & pivot tables and statistical tools
• Excellent analytical skills
• Good auditing skills

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.