Quality Lead

NRL; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading employer

Team-focused environment

Career development opportunities

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

NRL is seeking an experienced Quality Lead for a Blyth-based project in the United Kingdom. You will own QA/QC for mechanical works, ensuring compliance with project specs, standards and regulatory requirements.

The role requires coordinating with construction teams and subcontractors, reviewing ITPs and method statements, and maintaining detailed QA/QC records. You’ll contribute to continuous improvement across quality systems and support commissioning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a QA/QC role within mechanical construction.
• Strong understanding of QA/QC standards and inspection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain QA/QC procedures across the project lifecycle.
• Ensure all mechanical installations comply with project specifications and industry standards.
• Inspect mechanical systems including HVAC and piping.
• Coordinate with construction teams, subcontractors and consultants for quality.
• Review and approve method statements, ITPs and submittals.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and enforce QA/QC compliance.
• Record and manage non-conformance reports (NCRs) and corrective actions.
• Maintain detailed QA/QC documentation and quality reports.
• Support commissioning by verifying quality documentation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of quality systems.

Skills

QA/QC procedures

Inspection procedures

Cross-disciplinary communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services

Tools

ITPs

Method statements

Quality reporting tools

Job description

We are currently seeking an experienced Quality Lead to join our project team in Blyth, United Kingdom. This position offers an opportunity to take ownership of quality assurance for mechanical works, ensuring they meet project specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. It's an ideal role for someone who enjoys leading QA/QC processes and working collaboratively within large technical project teams.

Location and Working Pattern

This is a site-based role in Blyth, United Kingdom. Specific working arrangements will align with project schedules.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain QA/QC procedures across the project lifecycle.
• Ensure all mechanical installations comply with project specifications, designs, and applicable industry standards.
• Conduct inspections of mechanical systems, including HVAC, piping, and related services.
• Coordinate with construction teams, subcontractors, and consultants to ensure consistent quality performance.
• Review and approve method statements, inspection test plans (ITPs), and technical submittals.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and enforce QA/QC compliance.
• Record and manage non-conformance reports (NCRs) and ensure corrective actions are completed.
• Maintain detailed QA/QC documentation, including inspection records and quality reports.
• Support commissioning by verifying the completion of quality documentation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across quality systems and standards.

Must-have Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 3 years' experience in a QA/QC role within mechanical construction.
• Strong understanding of QA/QC standards, documentation, and inspection procedures.
• Proven experience with HVAC systems, piping, and associated mechanical services.
• Familiarity with ITPs, method statements, and quality reporting processes.
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and coordination abilities with cross-disciplinary teams.
• Ability to work collaboratively with subcontractors and internal stakeholders.

Nice-to-have Skills

• Prior experience working on industrial or mission-critical projects.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a market leader in the industry.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Clear opportunities for career development and progression.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits package.

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