Quality Manager

Quality ManagerLocation: Isle of Grain, Kent - hybridContract: Outside IR35: £350-£500 per dayDuration: 12 monthsThe OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to join a major UK infrastructure programme at the Substation site in Kent. This is a high-profile role supporting a large, highly regulated energy project, working closely with senior project leadership and international stakeholders.Reporting functionally to the Head of Quality and operationally to the Project Director/Senior Project Manager, you will act as the quality subject matter expert.Role SummaryThe Quality manager is responsible for expediting and assuring quality management across the full project lifecycle. You will advise senior leadership, manage quality resources, support work package managers. This role supports UK-side operations only.Key ResponsibilitiesManage and monitor quality assurance and inspection resources on the projectAct as the primary customer interface for all quality-related matters, ensuring effective issue closureManage external quality interfaces (e.g. regulatory, registration and industry bodies)Support work package managers with failure prevention, NCR closure, CAPA, and quality issue resolutionPlan and manage audits, inspections, lessons learned, and continuous improvement activitiesIdentify qualification gaps and implement training in methodologies such as FMEA, risk analysis, root cause analysis, 8D, and process awarenessEssential Experience & QualificationsLead Auditor qualificationNational Gas Persons (or equivalent)7+ years' experience in a senior operational quality role within a project environmentSignificant experience working in highly regulated industries (e.g. Nuclear, Energy, Utilities, HVDC, Substations, Aerospace, Defence, Automotive)Experience supporting large infrastructure projects within matrix organisationsChartered Quality Professional, or similar- DesirableCDM or IOSH Managing Safely - DesirableAdditional Requirements* Willingness to travel UK-wide* DBS check required upon selectionInterested?This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in a nationally significant energy infrastructure project. If you're a hands-on Quality Manager with strong leadership skills and experience in highly regulated environments, we'd love to hear from you.This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan