Quality Manager - Fixed Term Contract

Michael Page; Salford; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Utilities and Infrastructure service provider in Salford is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead the development of Quality Management Systems. This role involves ensuring compliance with ISO standards, managing audits, and driving quality improvements. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in complex environments and strong project management skills. Competitive salary of £75,000 to £80,000 per annum offered, with potential to work on impactful projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunity to lead impactful projects

Fixed-term contract in the Salford area

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Quality Manager role within large organizations.
• Experience developing Integrated Management Systems according to ISO standards.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, 45001, 14001 and sector-specific standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and management of the Integrated Management System.
• Ensure compliance with client-specific quality requirements.
• Support external audits and prepare for certification audits.

Skills

Project Management

Problem Solving

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Level 4 Quality Assurance or equivalent

Quality-related degree or professional qualification

Job description

The role of Quality Manager involves leading the development and integration of Quality Management Systems across multiple business units within the organisation. Key responsibilities include managing the Integrated Management Systems, ensuring project compliance, supporting audits, implementing quality improvements and streamlining processes.

Client Details

This opportunity is with a leading Utilities and Infrastructure service provider based in North West of England.

Description

* Oversee and co-ordinate the development and management of the Integrated Management System (IMS) to meet the requirements of ISO 9001, ISO14001 and ISO45001 and relevant sector schemes including NHSS 12, NHSS 18 and ISO 44001.

* Ensure all projects comply with client-specific quality requirements and contractual obligations.

* Establish and oversee robust quality control and assurance processes for works undertaken multiple business sectors.

* Support external audits and ensure readiness and compliance with certification bodies, regulators, and client quality audits.

* Work collaboratively with operations and HSEQ teams to promote best practice, continuous improvement, and lessons learned.

* Identify root causes of quality issues and non-conformances and oversee the development and implementation of effective corrective and preventive actions within the Integrated Management System.

Profile

The successful candidate for the Quality Manager role should have:

* Proven experience in a Quality Manager or Senior Quality role working within a large, complex organisation within the highways, utilities, or construction environments.

* Level 4 Quality Assurance or equivalent.

* Experience of developing Integrated (Quality, Safety and Environmental) Management Systems in accordance with ISO standards.

* Working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO45001 and ISO14001 and experience with sec-tor-specific standards such as NHSS 12, NHSS 18, ISO 44001.

* Strong understanding of client frameworks, statutory regulations, and performance metrics in the highways and utilities sector.

* Excellent Project Management skills

* Skilled in supporting internal and external audits.

* Excellent problem-solving, communication and report-writing skills.

* Excellent Microsoft Office skills.

Desirable:

* Quality or engineering-related degree or professional qualification (e.g., CQI membership).

* Lead Auditor qualification (ISO 9001).

Job Offer

• Competitive salary of approximately 75,000 to 80,000 per annum.
• Opportunity to work on a fixed-term contract in the Salford area.
• Chance to lead impactful projects and improve operational efficiency.

If you are an experienced professional looking to make a significant impact as a Quality Manager, we encourage you to apply today.