Quality Management Lead

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ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Nuclear Power Programmes is one of the newest Business Units and has been formed with the vision to support positive change and help shape the future of Nuclear Power.
Operational throughout the UK and across continental Europe, we are seeking to expand our team on a variety of nuclear projects, which range in technologies and that find themselves at different stages of their development. To do this, we are seeking to continuously employ talented individuals to join our diverse team that are excited about nuclear projects and are committed to Net Zero, and Energy Security.
We have a fantastic opportunity for several Quality Management Leads to ensure that the SZC project quality requirements are complied with across the full project life-cycle.
You’ll ensure supply-chain adherence to the contracted quality assurance and quality control requirements, as well as supporting the Quality Director and Quality Delivery Managers with achieving adherence with the Integrated Management System arrangements.

Additionally, you’ll act as ‘Intelligent Customer’ in the capacity of ensuring that arrangements are in place, and effectively implemented by the supply chain, building on the lessons learned from the Hinkley Point C (HPC).

• Develop and implement quality assurance and quality control arrangements across the SZC organization
• Lead the review, acceptance, and monitoring of Contractors Quality Assurance Plans (CQAP)
• Produce Project Quality Control Plans (PQCP) and ensure compliance with key quality contractual arrangements
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including contracted inspection entities
• Perform audits, surveillance, and joint inspections to maintain quality standards
• Lead the resolution of non-conformances and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Review and deliver end-of-manufacturing records for equipment release

Here’s what you’ll need:

• You’ll need to have experience in project delivery, preferably in the nuclear power sector, with a focus on project quality
• A solid understanding of Quality Assurance and Quality Control in engineering, procurement, manufacturing, construction, and commissioning
• Knowledge of Quality Systems, ISO standards, and ideally nuclear sector regulations
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships
• Proven leadership experience and the ability to influence and provide constructive challenge
• Experience in supplier management and performing supplier audits

OUR CULTURE

Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.
We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centered on inclusion and diversity.
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