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Posted 01 July, 2026

Quality Engineer

Kier Group
Plymouth, DEVON, United Kingdom Full Time
Reference: 02081be3-b39d-4bfa-b538-0dbf94a080a5

Join Our Team as a Quality Engineer!

Are you ready to make a significant impact? We’re on the lookout for a Quality Engineer to join our dynamic Royal Navy Redevelopment team in the vibrant city of Plymouth.

Location & Hours

Location: Devonport Dockyard, Plymouth
Hours: 42.5 hours per week - some flexibility available! Just let us know when we chat.

Please Note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.

Security Clearance: Due to the high-security nature of the site, candidates must undergo additional security checks. SC level security clearance is required, which can take up to 8 weeks to process. Only candidates holding a British Passport will be considered.

About Us

KierBAM is a collaborative partnership between Kier and BAM Nuttall, currently engaged in an exciting redevelopment project at a Royal Navy site in Plymouth. This is your chance to contribute to a major infrastructure project while working in a supportive and collaborative environment!

Your Responsibilities

As a Quality Engineer, you’ll be an integral part of our Quality Management team, ensuring that we maintain the highest standards throughout the project lifecycle. Your daily tasks will include:

  • Implementing and maintaining an effective Quality Management System across all project levels.
  • Conducting internal audits and ensuring timely resolution of any findings.
  • Reviewing Inspection and Test Plans and facilitating progressive sign-off through client engagement.
  • Managing the material approval process and ensuring appropriate certification is obtained.
  • Providing guidance, training, and mentoring to site teams on quality matters.

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 experience with Quality Management Systems and understand their practical application.
  • You’re an excellent communicator who thrives in collaborative environments.
  • You possess strong organizational skills and can manage multiple priorities with attention to detail.
  • You hold or can obtain a CSCS White PQP/AQP card and SC level security clearance (British passport holders only).

Rewards and Benefits

We’re proud to offer our amazing team a variety of benefits tailored to your needs. Discover more about our benefits package!

Diversity and Inclusion

At Kier, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we know there’s always more to do. Our employees play a crucial role in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives, and their experiences help us refine our policies.

As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

Due to the nature of this role, you will need 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 at Kier and be part of something great!

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