Quality Manager with Health & Safety Duties (Engineering)

VanRath; Newry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein zukunftsorientiertes Unternehmen sucht einen Quality Manager, der für die Gewährleistung von Qualitätsstandards und Sicherheitsprotokollen verantwortlich ist. In dieser Schlüsselposition werden Sie die strategische Entwicklung und Umsetzung von Compliance-Rahmenwerken leiten und kontinuierliche Verbesserungsinitiativen vorantreiben. Ihr Einfluss wird entscheidend sein, um die Effizienz und Qualität in der gesamten Organisation zu steigern. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für Exzellenz und Innovation haben und in einem dynamischen Umfeld arbeiten möchten, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie.

Qualifications

• Erfahrung in einer ähnlichen Führungsrolle in der Fertigungs- oder Ingenieureinstellung.
• Starke Kenntnisse der ISO 9001-Qualitätsmanagementsysteme.

Responsibilities

• Leitung von Initiativen zur Verbesserung der Effizienz und Produktqualität.
• Überwachung der Sicherheitsrichtlinien und Einhaltung der Vorschriften.

Skills

Qualitätsmanagement

Health & Safety Compliance

Strategische Planung

Teamarbeit

Six Sigma Methodologie

Education

Erfahrung in einer Führungsrolle

Kenntnisse in ISO 9001

Tools

ISO 9001

ISO 14001

Statistische Werkzeuge (SPC)

Job description

VANRATH is excited to partner with a leading organisation in the engineering sector to appoint a Quality Manager with Health & Safety Duties. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking company renowned for its culture, innovation, and commitment to excellence.

Schedule: Monday to Friday
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience, with strong progression potential and a suite of attractive benefits.

Role Summary
This is a key leadership position responsible for setting and maintaining high standards in quality assurance, safety protocols, and environmental practices across the organisation. The successful individual will take ownership of strategic development and execution of compliance frameworks, certifications, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Core Duties

Quality Assurance

• Lead initiatives to enhance efficiency and product/process quality across departments.

• Collaborate with senior leadership to shape company-wide quality strategy.

• Oversee the design, integration, and ongoing improvement of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 systems.

• Apply Six Sigma methodology and statistical tools (SPC) to drive measurable improvements in quality performance.

Health & Safety

• Take charge of workplace safety policies, ensuring compliance with legal and internal standards.

• Coordinate fire safety measures, including training, emergency planning, and equipment audits.

• Perform regular risk evaluations and implement corrective actions as required.

• Monitor workplace noise levels and maintain detailed reports in line with regulations.

• Liaise with external regulatory bodies on all H&S-related matters.

Operational Excellence

• Encourage optimal use of resources such as materials, staffing, and utilities.

• Ensure cross-departmental alignment by regularly engaging with managers to roll out new policies and maintain compliance standards in quality and safety.

Your Background

• Proven experience in a similar leadership role within a manufacturing or engineering setting.

• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems.

• Confident in strategic planning, regulatory compliance, and team collaboration.

For more details on this role or to explore other career opportunities across Northern Ireland, feel free to get in touch or apply via the link. Reach out to Jack Groves at VANRATH for a confidential chat.