Quality Manager

Join Our Team as a QA Manager!

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We’re on the lookout for a passionate QA Manager to join our dynamic team at the Devonport Royal Dockyard in Plymouth. This is your chance to make a significant impact in a unique and rewarding environment!

Location & Working Hours

Location: Plymouth – Devonport Royal Dockyard

Hours: 42.5 hours per week

Please note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role. Due to the sensitive nature of the site, BPSS security clearance is required, which may take up to 8 weeks. Candidates must hold a passport from a NATO or MISWG member country and have resided in the UK for the past 5 years.

Your Responsibilities

As our QA Manager, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the highest standards across our operations. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Developing and maintaining our Quality Assurance management system in line with company policies and industry standards such as ISO 9001.
• Leading and supporting the QA team, including training, performance management, and resource planning.
• Overseeing internal and external quality audits, ensuring compliance and timely corrective actions.
• Collaborating with production, engineering, procurement, and other departments to embed quality processes.
• Analyzing quality data and trends to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

This role is perfect for you if:

• You hold a relevant qualification in Civil Engineering, Quality, or Construction (HNC, BSc, MSc, BEng, or MEng).
• You have proven experience as a QA Manager or in a similar role and are ISO 9001 Lead Auditor trained.
• You possess strong knowledge of quality standards and methodologies, including ISO 9001, Six Sigma, or Lean.
• You have experience managing teams and driving quality improvement initiatives.
• You have excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Rewards and Benefits

We’re proud to offer our talented team a wide variety of benefits tailored to your needs. Join us and enjoy:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Kier, making our workplace diverse and inclusive is a top priority. We value the unique perspectives of our employees and are committed to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria will be offered an interview.

Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to complete a Government Security Check (SC) Clearance, which is conducted by the Cabinet Office's United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) agency. We treat applicants with convictions on a case-by-case basis and do not discriminate based on conviction history.

We can’t wait to see your application! Join us and be part of something great at Kier.