Quality Manager

Posted 13 March 2026
Salary Up to £70000 per annum
LocationWhitehaven
Job type Permanent
Discipline Nuclear Engineering
ReferenceBBBH22992_1773416371

Job description

An experienced Quality Manager is required to oversee all quality assurance and compliance activities on a major infrastructure project in Whitehaven. The role will ensure works are delivered in accordance with contractual requirements, quality standards and client expectations, while implementing robust quality management systems, progressive assurance processes and effective defect management throughout the project lifecycle.

Who This Role Would Suit
This role would suit an experienced quality professional with a background in construction, engineering or infrastructure projects. It would appeal to someone confident leading project quality processes, managing audits and inspections, and working closely with project teams, subcontractors and clients to ensure consistent quality standards and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement and maintain the Project Quality Plan and associated assurance processes.
  • Manage Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and ensure quality documentation is reviewed and actioned.
  • Lead project audits, surveillance activities and quality reporting.
  • Control and manage site non-conformances, ensuring issues are identified and resolved.
  • Provide quality guidance, training and support to project teams and subcontractors.

Requirements.

  • Proven experience as a Quality Manager
  • Previous experience within Nuclear projects
  • Experience with ITPs, Quality plans, NCRs.


Location: Whitehaven
Permanent: Full Time, 40 hrs
Salary: circa £70k (dependent on experience) + £5,750 Car Allowance
Benefits
25 days holiday (plus 8 days bank holidays)
Up to 8% pension contribution
Private medical insurance

APPLY NOW! Contact Jacob for further details - jacob@es-recruit.com 0161 4166249