Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

Role

Title:

Senior Quality Assurance Engineer
Role Type:
Full-Time, Contract - 12 months

Start date:

ASAP
Locations:
Whitehaven / hybrid

Hours of work: 40 hours per week

Salary:
Inside IR35

Due to the nature of the project, candidates must hold current and active clearance at the time of application.

• Develop, review and approve Quality Plans and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), ensuring appropriate verification activities are carried out in line with project requirements.
• Work closely with Quality Control and ICG teams to confirm process compliance and ensure documentation such as ITPs and welding procedures meet required standards.
• Monitor and uphold project quality standards across the TDA Project, raising formal documentation where deviations are identified.
• Maintain and update the Integrated Management System (IMS) as necessary to ensure continued compliance.
• Track package progress and status, escalating issues where required and liaising with both project teams and client QA/QC representatives.
• Provide support during internal and external audits, managing corrective actions to drive continual improvement and reduce non-conformances.
• Advise procurement teams on supplier capability and quality performance to inform vendor selection decisions.
• Lead or facilitate Quality Grade Risk Assessment meetings where required.

• Strong knowledge of Quality Assurance principles, including ISO 9001:2015 and contractor-specific quality requirements (e.g. SLM 4.06.02).
• Sound understanding of mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering disciplines within a project environment.

• Qualified Internal Auditor.
• ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor certification.
• Degree (minimum 2:2) in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional qualification (e.g. CQI Level 5 Diploma).
• Membership of a recognised professional body such as CQI (or actively working towards it).
• Demonstrable, extensive experience in a Quality Assurance role.

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Company information:

This contract vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd.

Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.

We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.