Quality Manager - Kempton Park

Oxyon People Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading quality management firm in Johannesburg is seeking a highly experienced Quality Manager. You'll be responsible for upholding ISO 9001:2015 quality systems, leading a team, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate has over 10 years in quality management, a trade-tested Boilermaker background, and strong leadership skills. This is a pivotal role in ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in quality management with a strong production and fabrication background.
• Proven leadership in people development and operational excellence.
• Expert in ISO 9001:2015 and AWS D1.1 quality codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and maintenance of HSQ systems in line with ISO standards.
• Oversee audits, inspections, and subcontractor performance.
• Drive continuous improvement and client feedback initiatives.

Skills

Quality management

Production background

Leadership

Strong communication

Auditing

Education

Trade-tested Boilermaker

Advanced welding inspection certifications (SAIW, NACE, etc.)

Tools

STRUMIS

Excel

Job description

About the Role

As our Quality Manager, you’ll play a critical role in upholding and advancing our ISO 9001:2015-aligned quality systems. You'll lead a dynamic team, ensure client satisfaction, support project execution, and contribute to continuous improvement across operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and maintenance of HSQ systems in line with ISO standards.
• Oversee audits, inspections, welding quality, and subcontractor performance.
• Develop project-specific quality plans and ensure timely documentation and compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement, STRUMIS implementation, and client feedback initiatives.
• Coach and support the quality team with clear KPIs, training, and accountability.

What We’re Looking For

• 10+ years in quality management, with strong production and fabrication background.
• Trade-tested Boilermaker with advanced welding inspection certifications (SAIW, NACE, etc.).
• Expert in ISO 9001:2015, AWS D1.1, ASME, and other quality codes.
• Proven leadership in people development, auditing, and operational excellence.
• Strong communicator with hands-on technical knowledge and computer literacy (Excel, STRUMIS, etc.).