Quality Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in testing services is seeking a Quality Lead to ensure compliance and maintain UKAS accreditation. This role involves auditing, overseeing quality in testing, and ensuring adherence to industry standards while offering competitive benefits including a bonus and increased pension contributions.

Benefits

Bonus up to £2,500

Up to 14% pension contribution

Paid overtime & flexi-leave (up to 15 extra days)

Enhanced parental leave & flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience with UKAS and ISO 17025 preferred.
• Strong background in environmental testing and calibration.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain UKAS accreditation (ISO 17025).
• Conduct regular audits and manage non-conformance processes.
• Oversee quality for testing and internal calibration activities.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Quality Management

Documentation

Communication

Education

Relevant Quality Assurance Qualification

Job description

An exciting opportunity for a Quality Lead to take ownership of quality standards in a Mechanical and Climatic Test Laboratory. This role acts as the UKAS Quality Manager, ensuring compliance with ISO 17025 and maintaining accreditation across a wide range of environmental testing activities.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and maintain UKAS accreditation (ISO 17025)
• Conduct regular audits and manage non-conformance processes
• Collaborate with local teams to ensure testing quality and compliance
• Oversee quality for both test and internal calibration activities

What You’ll Need:

• Background in Quality Assurance/Quality Management
• Knowledge of environmental testing and/or calibration
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• (Desirable) Experience with UKAS and ISO 17025
• (Bonus) Familiarity with DEF STAN 00-035 or similar standards
• Bonus up to £2,500
• Up to 14% pension contribution
• Paid overtime & flexi-leave (up to 15 extra days)
• Enhanced parental leave & flexible working options

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Created on 04/06/2025 by JR United Kingdom