Quality & EH&S Lead — Safety, Compliance & QMS

Waveforce Electrical; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Waveforce Electrical in Norfolk, VA, seeks a Quality and EH&S Manager to lead, implement, and continuously improve QA and safety programs. This salaried exempt role ensures compliance with federal, state, customer, shipyard, and internal requirements while fostering a culture of safety, quality, and workforce development.

Key duties include establishing the QMS, conducting audits, managing safety programs, and leading inspector personnel. Travel <25% may be required to support shipyard and customer sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 5–8 years progressive related experience.
• Knowledge of OSHA and industrial/shipyard safety compliance.
• Experience in government contracting or shipyard environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Ensure compliance with contract specifications and workmanship standards.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and non-conformance tracking.
• Coordinate with customers and third-party inspectors.
• Maintain quality records and audit documentation.
• Guide and lead inspector personnel.
• Provide leadership and oversight of all safety programs and policies.
• Develop and enforce Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and site safety plans.
• Lead safety training, orientations, and toolbox talks.
• Lead incident, near-miss, and injury investigations and corrective actions.

Skills

Quality Management

EH&S Leadership

OSHA Compliance

Contract Compliance

Auditing

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

QMS (Quality Management System)

Office Suite

Job description

Waveforce Electrical in Norfolk, VA, seeks a Quality and EH&S Manager to lead, implement, and continuously improve QA and safety programs. This salaried exempt role ensures compliance with federal, state, customer, shipyard, and internal requirements while fostering a culture of safety, quality, and workforce development.

Key duties include establishing the QMS, conducting audits, managing safety programs, and leading inspector personnel. Travel <25% may be required to support shipyard and customer sites.