Quality Manager

Brush Transformers; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de premier plan recherche un Quality Manager pour diriger et gérer les processus d'assurance qualité des sous-stations à travers le Royaume-Uni. Le candidat doit avoir une solide expérience en gestion de la qualité dans l'industrie énergétique, avec un diplôme en ingénierie. Ce rôle exige des compétences en leadership et en communication, ainsi qu'une connaissance approfondie des normes ISO.

Qualifications

• Expérience de 5 ans dans la gestion de la qualité dans l'industrie énergétique.
• Certification Lead Auditor (ISO 9001) est un plus.
• Diplôme d'ingénierie requis - électrotechnique ou mécanique.

Responsibilities

• Gérer l'équipe qualité et développer des systèmes de gestion de qualité.
• Assurer la conformité avec les normes ISO et réglementaires.
• Conduire des audits et résoudre les non-conformités.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problèmes de résolution

Gestion de la qualité

Analyse des causes profondes

Négociation

Mentorat

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Quality Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Logiciel de gestion de qualité

Job description

About The Role

About The Role

Job Summary:

The Quality Manager leads and manages the quality assurance and control processes for the design, manufacturing and installation of substations across the UK. This role is crucial in ensuring compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements and customer specifications while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing and maintaining Quality Management Systems, conducting audits, managing non conformances and fostering a culture of quality within the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Quality team.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Quality Management Systems (QMS) for substation design and installation projects.
• Ensure compliance with National Grid, IEC, BS EN, and ISO 9001 standards, as well as health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Oversee quality assurance across design, procurement, manufacturing, and installation phases.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with engineering, project management, and site teams to ensure quality standards are met.
• Work closely with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to maintain quality standards and resolve any non-conformances.
• Implement root cause analysis (RCA), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and commissioning quality reviews.
• Maintain and improve documentation, reporting, and compliance records.
• Provide training and mentorship to project teams on quality best practices.
• Regular site visits across the UK

The job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive and you may be required to undertake various duties as may reasonably be required of you by the Company.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience & Skills:

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Quality Management, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in quality management within the power, transmission, or substation industry.
• Certification in Lead Auditor (ISO 9001) – Desirable .
• Full UK Driving Licence

  Skills

• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Have a disciplined and enthusiastic approach, which captures the commitment of others.
• Proficiency in quality management software and reporting tools.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 quality and safety standards.
• Ability to work under own initiative creating project plans, milestones and deliver on time in full.
• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Influencing and negotiating skills
• Detail oriented with the skill set to resolve problems.
• Ability to present data effectively.
• Problem solver with a methodical approach and an eye for detail
• Understanding of cost and financial impacts

Experience

• Familiarity with substation components such as switchgear, transformers, protection systems, and cabling.
• Experience in auditing, non-conformance management, and root cause analysis.
• Minimum 5 years of line management experience in a similar role.
• Experience of working with Distribution network Operators.
• Experience in UVDB Achilles accreditation
• Experience in National Electricity Registration Scheme (NERS) accreditation
• An understanding of the Energy Network Association (ENA) and its role within the energy sector.
• Experience in Joint Supply Chain Accreditation Register (JOSCAR) – Desirable
• IT skills in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project

About The Company

KUS Power Engineering, part of the BRUSH Group, is a design and build, high voltage, electrical contractor committed to outstanding customer service and the safe delivery of turnkey substation projects from 11kV to 275kV.

With a proven track record of quality outcomes, KUS Power Engineering deliver contracting services to some of the largest organisations in the industry, seamlessly managing the design and delivery of a package of works while ensuring their timely commercial closeout.