Quality Engineer - Carbon Capture Project

Unite People; Talacre; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer for a major carbon capture and heavy civils project in North Wales. This freelance role offers £350 per shift and a contract duration of 2.5 years on a nationally significant low-carbon energy scheme. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in heavy civils and proven experience in quality assurance. This opportunity provides excellent continuity of work, contributing to landmark infrastructure efforts.

Benefits

£350 per shift

Freelance role outside IR35

Secured work for 2.5 years

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quality Engineer on major civil or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of ITPs, test plans and inspection regimes.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage the Project Quality Plan.
• Carry out site inspections and quality surveillance.
• Review and manage inspection records and quality documentation.
• Liaise with teams to maintain project quality standards.

Skills

Experience as a Quality Engineer

Understanding of ITPs and inspection regimes

Background in heavy civils and infrastructure

Job description

Quality Engineer - Carbon Capture & Heavy Civils Project

Location: North Wales
Rate: £350 per shift (Freelance - Outside IR35)
Contract Duration: 2.5 years

We are currently seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join a major carbon capture and heavy civils infrastructure project in North Wales. This is a long‑term freelance opportunity on a nationally significant low‑carbon energy scheme, offering excellent continuity of work.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and manage the Project Quality Plan in line with client and industry standards
• Carry out site inspections, audits and quality surveillance on civils, concrete, steel and M&E works
• Review and manage ITPs, inspection records and quality documentation
• Raise and manage NCRs and corrective actions
• Ensure works comply with ISO 9001 and project specifications
• Liaise with construction, design and client teams to maintain project quality standards
• Support final handover documentation and quality packs

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quality Engineer / QA Engineer on major civil or infrastructure projects
• Background in heavy civils, pipelines, concrete structures or energy projects
• Strong understanding of ITPs, test plans and inspection regimes
• Eligible to work in the UK

What's on Offer

• £350 per shift
• Outside IR35 freelance role
• 2.5 years of secured work
• Work on a landmark low‑carbon infrastructure project