Quality Management Lead

Millbank Holdings; Aldermaston; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Millbank Holdings Ltd is seeking a Quality Management Lead to drive quality across the full project lifecycle in high-profile defence and nuclear sectors. Lead audits, develop ITPs and PQPs, and manage a team to ensure stringent safety and compliance standards are met.

The role requires proven QA/Control experience in regulated environments, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with clients and third parties to deliver complex projects on time and within scope.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Quality Assurance/Control within the civil nuclear or defence industries.
• Extensive knowledge of ISO 9001 standards, with Lead Auditor qualifications and supporting third-party audits.
• Demonstrable leadership skills in regulated environments, with a track record of delivering results on complex projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with excellent negotiating and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to develop and implement quality procedures, work instructions, and inspection/test plans.
• Membership with the Chartered Quality Institute (CQI) preferred, and current SC clearance or the ability to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with client quality requirements across design, procurement, manufacturing, testing, shipping, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Manage a team of quality professionals, lead investigations into non-conformities, support client and third-party audits, and develop project quality documentation including Inspection and Test Plans and Project Quality Plans.
• Engage in quality assurance activities, monitor audit findings, drive continuous improvement, and maintain effective stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Quality Assurance/Control

Leadership

Auditing

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Education

CQI membership preferred

Lead Auditor certification

Tools

Inspection & Test Plans (ITP)

Quality Management System (QMS) experience

Job description

Are you a proven Quality Management professional with extensive experience in the defence or highly regulated construction sectors, ready to lead high-profile projects at Aldermaston?

Can you demonstrate expertise in developing and implementing comprehensive Quality Plans, leading audits, and managing cross-functional teams to deliver results under stringent safety and compliance standards?

If you thrive on challenging environments that demand precision, initiative, and strategic oversight, then this opportunity offers a unique chance to impact a major defence project.

The Opportunity

Join a company committed to excellence, innovation, and integrity within a culture that values every team member’s contribution. Recognised for its forward-thinking approach and dedication to continuous improvement, this organisation fosters a supportive environment that promotes professional growth and sustainable success. Working here means being part of a purpose-driven team working on some of the most advanced defence projects, with a focus on safety, quality, and collaboration.

The Role

As the Quality Management Lead, you will oversee the full project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with client quality requirements across design, procurement, manufacturing, testing, shipping, construction, and commissioning phases. You will manage a team of quality professionals, lead investigations into non-conformities, support client and third-party audits, and develop project quality documentation including Inspection and Test Plans and Project Quality Plans. Your daily tasks will involve quality assurance activities, monitoring audit findings, driving continuous improvement, and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships.

You will have the following qualifications & experience:

• Proven experience in Quality Assurance/Control within the civil nuclear or defence industries
• Extensive knowledge of ISO 9001 standards, with Lead Auditor qualifications and supporting third-party audits
• Demonstrable leadership skills in regulated environments, with a track record of delivering results on complex projects
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with excellent negotiating and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to develop and implement quality procedures, work instructions, and inspection/test plans
• Membership with the Chartered Quality Institute (CQI) preferred, and current SC clearance or the ability to obtain it

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.

Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business