Quality Engineer

NRL Ltd; Heysham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is recruiting a Quality Engineer for a high-profile project in Morecambe. The role involves promoting quality best practices, ensuring compliance with standards, and providing leadership in regulated environments. The ideal candidate will have an HNC in a Technical Discipline, internal auditor certifications, and proficiency in auditing. This position offers a competitive salary between £65,000 and £70,000 per annum, with benefits that support professional development and work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Free single medical cover

Enhanced parental leave pay

Employee assistance programs

Reimbursement for professional development

Paid volunteering time

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Project Quality Management within regulated environments.
• Knowledge of Site Licence requirements for quality assurance.
• Strong understanding of Quality Management standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead adoption of quality best practices within teams.
• Monitor quality management system and recommend improvements.
• Ensure compliance with quality assurance requirements.

Skills

Auditing and surveillance proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

HNC in a Technical Discipline or equivalent

BE EN ISO9001 Internal Auditor Training

IRCA Auditor/Lead Auditor Certification

Tools

ISO9001 Standards

BS EN ISO14001

OHSAS 18001

Job description

About the Opportunity

NRL is excited to be recruiting a skilled Quality Engineer for one of our esteemed clients in Morecambe. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a major, high-profile project with a leading company renowned for its exceptional reputation. You will play a key role in delivering impact work, with competitive pay and a position that offers both professional development and long-term career stability.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and promote the adoption of quality best practices within portfolios and project delivery teams, ensuring a continuous commitment to quality.
• Monitor and assess the effectiveness of the quality management system, providing recommendations for improvements.
• Ensure compliance with relevant procedures, quality assurance requirements, and project activities.
• Provide leadership and functional support to the client PPM or Group Head and collaborate with the client Quality Lead.
• Develop relationships and maintain effective communication networks within the team and with external stakeholders.
• Apply your expertise in highly regulated environments, maintaining high safety standards and fostering a culture of safety.

What You’ll Need

• HNC in a Technical Discipline or equivalent.
• Completed BE EN ISO9001 Internal Auditor Training.
• Certification as IRCA Auditor/Lead Auditor.
• Proven proficiency in auditing and surveillance of client and contractor activities.
• Knowledge of Site Licence requirements for quality assurance.
• Proficiency in Quality Management standards, including the current versions of BS EN ISO9001.
• Working knowledge of IAEA GC-R-3, BS EN ISO14001 & OHSAS 18001.
• Experience in Project Quality Management, ideally within regulated environments.
• Strong communication and organisational skills to develop relationships and maintain effective networks.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package to attract and retain top talent.
• Free single medical cover and digital GP service.
• Family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay.
• Free membership of employee assistance and parental programs.
• Reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships.
• Community engagement through the Collectively program, including matched-funding, paid volunteering time, and charitable donations.

Location

Morecambe

Salary Range

• Practitioner/Experienced Lead Auditor: £65,000- £70,000 per annum

The NRL Group connects global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces‑friendly employer.