Lead Quality Engineer

Flexible working hours, company pension contributions of up to 8% and an annual leave entitlement of 25 days plus Bank Holidays are just a few of the perks that the Lead Quality Engineer will enjoy whilst working for a Global Engineering and Manufacturing leader, with over 20 worldwide locations employing 1000 + staff. This employer is recognised globally for quality and innovative deliverables., * Oversee and govern the ISO 9001:2015 Business Management System (BMS), ensuring ongoing effectiveness through structured auditing

• Ensure consistent implementation of policies, processes, and compliance requirements across the organisation, including documentation control and training support
• Monitor, review, and continuously improve systems, procedures, and practices in line with regulatory, international, and customer standards
• Provide expert guidance, coaching, and recommendations to stakeholders on BMS performance and improvement opportunities
• Lead the planning and delivery of accreditations (e.g. ISO9001, AQAP, and customer-specific requirements)
• Manage internal, customer, and third-party audit programmes, driving corrective actions and embedding risk-based thinking
• Support quality excellence through advanced tools, KPI reporting, and cross-functional engagement, including APQP, FMEA, CoPQ analysis, and active participation in business and customer reviews

• Strong experience in management system documentation, including procedures, policies, reports, risk assessments, and investigations
• Proven background in implementing and governing ISO 9001:2015 (or equivalent) systems, with Lead Auditor certification (ISO 14001/45001 desirable)
• Extensive audit experience across internal, supplier, customer, and third-party audits, including managing corrective and preventative actions
• Practical knowledge of core quality tools and methodologies such as APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and Control Plans within engineering environments
• Technically competent with engineering principles and drawings (including GD&T), supported by relevant qualifications, data analysis capability, and strong communication skills

• up to 50,000 depending on experience
• Flexible working hours
• Monday to Friday
• 37.5 hours per week
• 25 Days annual leave + Bank holidays
• Company pension contributions of up to 8%

Please be aware that many roles working for our client will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.

You must meet Right to Work in the UK criteria and achieve the required security and clearance requirements to undertake this role.