Industry: Rail / Engineering / Highways / Aviation / Civil Engineering
Office Location: Barnsley, South Yorkshire
About the Role:
We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head of Quality Assurance to join our established and expanding business. In this pivotal role, you will provide leadership and expertise in all aspects of Quality Assurance, driving improvement and efficiency across various projects and divisions.
Key Responsibilities:
* Management: Lead, manage, and develop the quality team to ensure adherence to best practices and continuous improvement.
* Strategy Development: Create and implement a comprehensive quality management strategy that aligns with business objectives and enhances operational performance.
* Quality Assurance Leadership: Drive the development and implementation of quality and business assurance processes across the organisation.
* Operational Compliance: Ensure all client, industry, and external standards are thoroughly embedded and complied with throughout the organisation.
* Project Support: Collaborate with regional directors and project teams to assess the effectiveness of quality measures and foster performance improvement initiatives.
* Audit Program Development: Design a robust internal surveillance program using a risk-based audit approach, ensuring that actionable plans are in place for continual improvement.
* Tender Leadership: Act as the focal point for quality-related tender responses, ensuring a unified message regarding strategy and approach.
* Training and Culture: Lead the design and implementation of a quality training and awareness strategy to foster a culture of quality across the business.
* Representation: Serve as the representative for the Quality function in internal meetings and industry forums.
* Feedback Integration: Analyse trends from lessons learned, best practices, and client feedback to inform future operations.
* External Assurance: Lead and manage external assurance activities to uphold quality standards.
Experience Required:
* Proven experience in a similar role as Head of Quality Assurance or equivalent, with a strong track record in fulfilling the outlined responsibilities.
* Extensive experience in complex, multi-disciplinary environments, specifically within the Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical engineering sectors.
* In-depth understanding of ISO standards, including ISO 9001 (Quality Management), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), and ISO 45001 (Health and Safety Management).
* Experience in managing Business Management Systems effectively.
* Exceptional communication, report writing, and presentation skills.
* Skilled in developing bid responses and managing tender processes.
* Relevant qualifications in Engineering or Quality (Degree/HNC/HND/Diploma).
* Trained Lead Auditor for ISO Standards, particularly ISO 9001.
* Possession of a full UK Driving Licence.
Desirable Qualifications:
* Knowledge of LEAN principles.
* Membership with the Chartered Quality Institute (CQI).
* PTS (Personal Track Safety) certification.
What We Offer:
* Competitive annual salary, negotiable based on experience.
* Company car or car allowance.
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service).
* Up to 3 volunteer days.
* Company contributory pension scheme.
* Life insurance coverage.
* Westfield Health Cash Plan and Westfield Rewards program.
* Strong focus on personal and professional development, with opportunities for career advancement.
* Continuous learning opportunities and a safe working environment.
* Employee forums that provide a platform for sharing and voicing ideas.
The Company
Why AmcoGiffen?
You will be joining a reputable and firmly established engineering contractor operating nationally in rail, civils and engineering markets. AmcoGiffen is renowned in the market as a specialist civil, building, mechanical and electrical renewals and maintenance business with ongoing and successful projects and frameworks across the country. You will become part of our expert outfit.
Diversity & Inclusion at AmcoGiffen
We value collective expertise, but also the spark that one person can bring. As one of us, you can be you, because your individuality is an asset to our business and the communities in which we work and represent.
We are working hard as part of the civil engineering and construction industry to improve diversity & inclusion. Our Diversity and inclusion journey at AmcoGiffen is constantly evolving and is designed to break down barriers and promote the principles of a diverse workforce through multiple channels. This includes delivering training, raising awareness, regular forums and sharing our engagement calendar of activities and events to encourage participation at all levels throughout our organisation.
Health & Wellbeing
Operating from a people first perspective we support safety and wellbeing in the workplace as a priority. We have a large number of colleagues that are trained and qualified mental health first aiders to support and listen where appropriate. We enroll all of the AmcoGiffen family onto an employee assistance programme which provides 24 hour, 7 days a week counselling and advice services.
Is AmcoGiffen your next career challenge? If so, apply now!
For more information or to arrange a private and confidential discussion about AmcoGiffen career opportunities, please contact our Recruitment Team:
tom.peach@amcogiffen.co.uk
Recruitment Manager #J-18808-Ljbffr