Quality Engineer

Westlakes Recruit; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A quality-focused recruitment firm is seeking Quality Engineers for a permanent position based in Morecambe, United Kingdom. The role involves leading quality initiatives in project teams and ensuring compliance with quality management systems in a highly regulated environment. Candidates should have relevant qualifications, including HNC in a technical discipline and ISO auditing certifications. This position promises a rigorous engagement with quality practices in the nuclear industry, ensuring continuous improvement and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in auditing and surveillance of client activities.
• Understanding of Site Licence quality assurance requirements.
• Familiarity with Quality Management standards such as BS EN ISO9001.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality matters within project delivery teams.
• Monitor effectiveness of the quality management system.
• Make recommendations for QA improvements.

Skills

Proven leadership in quality matters

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Relationship development

Education

HNC in a Technical Discipline

BE EN ISO9001 Internal Auditor Training

IRCA Auditor/Lead Auditor Certification

Job description

Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a number of Quality Engineers to be engaged on a permanent basis, based in Morecambe.

Key Responsibilities

• Quality Engineers provide positive leadership on quality matters within portfolios and project delivery teams and promote the adoption and culture of best practice, that delivers positive commitment to quality and engages all employees in continuous improvement.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of the quality management system and to make recommendations for improvement as appropriate, to ensure project activities comply with relevant procedures and QA requirements. The Quality Engineer is accountable to the client PPM or equivalent Group Head, with functional responsibilities to the client Quality Lead.

Everyone working in our team will have a proven track record of working within highly regulated environments with high safety standards and culture.

Good communication and organisational skills are a must with the ability to develop relationships and maintain effective networks.

Education, Experience and Skills

• HNC in a Technical Discipline or equivalent
• Recognised BE EN ISO9001 Internal Auditor Training completed
• Certification as IRCA Auditor/Lead Auditor
• Demonstrated proficiency in auditing and surveillance of client and contractor activities
• Should be aware of the Site Licence requirements on quality assurance and arrangements required to ensure compliance
• Demonstrated proficiency in Quality Management standards and guidelines including the current versions of BS EN ISO09001
• Working knowledge of the current versions of IAEA GC-R-3, BS EN ISO14001 & OHSAS 18001
• Demonstrated proficiency in Quality Management practices, methods, and processes. This should include experience within Projects Quality Management, ideally within the Nuclear Industry or other similar regulated environments.

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