A Quality Manager is needed for a well-established Structural Steel company in North Yorkshire.
Position Type: Full Time Location: Head Office Salary: £60,000 per annum plus benefits Travel Required: UK-wide to Sites/Production Factory/Main Office
Responsible For: Managing and coordinating all quality activities, including fabrication and erection in production and site environments. Ensuring compliance and auditing across all business disciplines.
Key Responsibilities:
Quality Systems: Develop and maintain systems per British Standards and contract specifications.
Fabrication Control: Oversee fabrication activities, including Factory Production Control and UKCA marking.
Inspection and Testing: Create and manage Inspection and Test Plans (ITP) and audit fabrication, welding, and painting to meet BSEN 1090, 3834, and NSSS 7th Edition standards.
Standards Representation: Act as the management representative for company standards and certifications.
Management Reviews: Conduct reviews for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.
Legal Compliance: Ensure adherence to quality, safety, and environmental legal requirements.
Support and Training: Provide support and training to managers and staff on quality practices.
Risk and Incident Management: Perform risk assessments, COSHH assessments, and investigate incidents.
Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of improvement and manage quality performance metrics.
External Relations: Manage external certifications, audits, and act as the point of contact for external bodies.
Documentation: Maintain all quality-related documentation and records.
Qualifications:
Essential:
NEBOSH Diploma or Equivalent
Internal Auditor
Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
High standard of computer skills (Office packages)
Problem-solving and providing workable solutions
Coaching and influencing individuals to improve performance
Hands-on and practical approach
Presentation skills
Experience of at least 3 years in a similar role
Experience in construction, manufacturing, or heavy engineering
Desirable:
Certified Responsible Welding Coordinator (RWC)
Training Qualification
Environmental Certificate (IEMA)
Lead Auditor
Lean Management or Similar
Structural Steel Fabrication Background
Experience of at least 5 years in a similar role
Application of Lean Management
Experience with quality management systems
Please apply with your most up-to-date CV, and you will be contacted.
