Quality Manager

University of Fort Hare; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable institution is seeking a Quality Manager in Midrand, Gauteng, to ensure consistent quality of production within the Defence Manufacturing sector. The successful candidate will develop manufacturing practice systems and oversee quality assurance protocols. Ideal applicants should have a Quality Management Qualification to NQF level 6 and at least 8 years of relevant experience, including familiarity with EN9100 and ISO 9000 standards. This role offers a competitive market-related salary.

Qualifications

• 8 years’ experience in Quality Management, Control, and Assurance.
• Good understanding of quality principles applicable in the Defence sector.
• Experience in Engineering development and Production.

Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent quality of production through good manufacturing practices.
• Develop and enforce quality systems and provide accurate documentation.
• Identify and develop operations-focused strategies in line with company goals.

Skills

Quality Management systems

Quality Audits

Project Management

Defence sector standards

Education

Quality Management Qualification to the NQF level 6 / Technical Diploma

Job description

• The role reports to the Head of Production Engineering.
• The primary responsibility of a Quality Assurance Manager is to ensure consistent quality of production by developing and enforcing good manufacturing practice systems, validating processes and providing accurate documentation.

Position

Quality Manager

Industry

Defence Manufacturing

Location

Midrand - Gauteng

Salary

Market related

Qualifications and Experience

• Quality Management Qualification to the NQF level 6 / Technical Diploma.
• 8 years’ experience in the field of Quality Management, Quality Control and Assurance in the Manufacturing/ Defence Industry.
• Good understanding of quality principles, systems, methods, tools, and standards applicable in the Defence sector (EN9100 / ISO 9000).
• Quality Audits.
• Experience in Project Management to Engineering development, Production and Product Support.
• Identifying and developing operations focused strategies and plans in support of the company strategies.

Contact

Estee van der Merwe.

Executive Recruitment & Headhunt Specialist.

Office: 0825544534 / 066 290 9781

Email: [e-mail]

Web: www.hutech.co.za

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To apply please send your CV to: [e-mail]

Closing date: Tuesday 10th of February 2026