Quality Manager

Our client is a market leading environmental sensor design & manufacturing company working in a variety of industry sectors, including Naval Defence, Maritime & Marine Science & Technology. 

We are recruiting for a Quality/HSE Manager to lead, develop, and maintain the Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental processes across the company.

Key duties:

•    Effective management and administration of the organisation’s ISO 9001 Quality Management System (QMS)
•    Ensure the company is compliant with new legislation and changes to existing legislation.
•    Conduct internal audits, undertake site and project quality inspections.
•    Proactively champion quality best practice throughout the business.
•    Analyse complaints and non-conformances from internal and external audits, in collaboration with the Supply Chain Team.
•    Evaluate and analyse suppliers and sub-contractors in accordance with Quality Management System requirements, in collaboration with the Supply Chain Manager.
•    Manage budgets and drive improvements

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

•    Proven track record of driving continuous quality improvement in a manufacturing environment are required.
•    Strong understanding of business operations and financial principles. 
•    Strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire others. 
•    Excellent problem-solving, organisational, and communication skills. Works well under pressure and is a good critical thinker.
•    Relevant industry experience or degree in a relevant subject related to engineering or manufacturing. 
•    Relevant certification – e.g. NEBOSH, COSHH, NGC, GC3, IOSH, First Aid at Work, Fire Warden, ESD, ISO9001 QMS Internal auditing.

Security Clearance Essential Security clearance will be applied for on appointment – UK passport holders required plus proof of residency in UK for last 5 years.