Quality Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in environmental testing is looking for a Quality Lead to oversee quality standards in their Mechanical and Climatic Test Laboratory. This role involves maintaining UKAS accreditation and conducting audits while collaborating to ensure compliance with ISO 17025. Strong leadership in quality management will be key to ensuring excellence in testing and calibration activities.

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

• Background in Quality Assurance/Quality Management is essential.
• Strong documentation and communication skills required.
• Experience with UKAS and ISO 17025 is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain UKAS accreditation (ISO 17025).
• Conduct regular audits and manage non-conformance processes.
• Collaborate with local teams to ensure testing quality.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Documentation

Communication

Education

Background in Quality Management

Knowledge of environmental testing

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.

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