Right-First-Time Quality Lead – Civil & Utilities (NW)

J3a Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Car or Car Allowance

Job summary

J3A Recruitment is working with an established civil engineering and utilities contractor to appoint a Quality Advisor to support projects across the North West. This hands-on role drives right-first-time quality across site and project teams, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 and facilitating smooth project handovers.

The role is based from the Kearsley office with regular travel across the North West.

Qualifications

• Experience within civil engineering, utilities or infrastructure.
• Experience with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
• Lead Auditor qualification or auditing experience.
• Experience completing quality audits.
• Knowledge of root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• CSCS Card.
• Strong knowledge of quality processes and continuous improvement.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Supporting project and site teams with quality standards and documentation.
• Carrying out internal, project and supply chain quality audits.
• Ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
• Reviewing client specifications and communicating requirements to project teams.
• Producing and reviewing Quality Plans and Inspection & Test Plans.
• Identifying and managing non-conformances.
• Carrying out root cause analysis and supporting corrective actions.
• Monitoring and reporting Quality KPIs.
• Supporting external audits and accreditation requirements.
• Driving continuous improvement across live projects.
• Promoting a strong “right first time” culture.
• Supporting effective project handovers between design and construction teams.

Education

Level 4 / HNC qualification in Quality or a related discipline

Lead Auditor qualification

CSCS Card

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

J3A Recruitment is working with an established civil engineering and utilities contractor to appoint a Quality Advisor to support projects across the North West. This hands-on role drives right-first-time quality across site and project teams, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 and facilitating smooth project handovers.

The role is based from the Kearsley office with regular travel across the North West.