Quality Manager

Blackwell Earthmoving Limited; Leiston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Leiston is seeking a proactive Quality Manager to lead quality management for the Sizewell C project. You will ensure compliance with ISO9001 and manage audits, document control, and training for engineering teams. Ideal candidates will have a qualification in quality management and experience within NEC contract environments. Advanced skills in Microsoft SharePoint and Power Platform are beneficial.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing quality systems within NEC contract environments.
• Collaborative, open-minded, and resilient approach to team working.
• Ability to earn and maintain the respect of peers and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage the audit and inspection schedule.
• Ensure continued compliance with ISO9001 and other relevant accreditations.
• Oversee document control processes and manage the Non-Conformance Register.

Skills

Understanding of ISO9001

Experience with quality systems

Teamwork and collaboration

Management of audit processes

Education

Qualification in quality management

Degree-level qualification

Tools

Microsoft SharePoint

Microsoft Power Platform

Job description

Overview

Blackwell Earth Moving is seeking a proactive and experienced Quality Manager to lead the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of our business systems on the Sizewell C project. This is a pivotal role ensuring our operations meet the highest standards of quality, compliance, and performance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage the audit and inspection schedule.


• Ensure continued compliance with ISO9001 and other relevant accreditations.


• Oversee document control processes across the project.


• Develop and report on key performance indicators.


• Document and refine core processes and procedures.


• Own and manage the project's Non-Conformance Register.


• Maintain and support Master ITPs/ITCs.


• Deliver training to engineers on quality management systems.


• Assist engineers in developing and maintaining Master ITPs/ITCs.


• Conduct internal audits and site inspections to ensure compliance.


• Ensure timely sign-off of completed works.


• Lead investigations and implement Corrective Action Reports (CARs).


• Support ongoing training and development for engineering teams.


• Develop and manage the Project Lot Register and coordinate handovers.

Essential qualifications

• Qualification in quality management or equivalent relevant experience.


• Strong understanding of external quality management frameworks.


• Proven experience managing quality systems within NEC contract environments.


• Collaborative, open-minded, and resilient approach to team working.


• Ability to earn and maintain the respect of peers and stakeholders.

Desirable qualifications

• Degree-level qualification or equivalent.


• Minimum five years' experience managing accredited quality systems.


• Experience leading small teams effectively.


• Background in earthworks or specialist contracting with similar operational processes.


• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft SharePoint (views, lists, document libraries, metadata).


• Advanced skills in Microsoft Power Platform (PowerAutomate flows, PowerApps).