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Quality Manager - Nuclear Enrichment Facility (North West)
Rate: 70 per hour (Umbrella PAYE)
Working Pattern: 3 days on-site / 2 days remote
Start: ASAP (subject to security clearances)
Contract: Long-term / ongoing
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead quality assurance and compliance activities at a major Nuclear Enrichment Facility in the North West. This senior role is ideal for candidates coming from the nuclear sector or other highly regulated industries, with strong leadership ability and a deep understanding of regulatory standards, QMS governance, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the Quality function across engineering, manufacturing, site operations, and project delivery.
- Develop, maintain, and continuously improve the facility's Quality Management System in line with nuclear regulatory requirements.
- Oversee internal and external audit programmes, supplier quality assurance, and compliance reporting.
- Chair quality review boards and drive accountability for NCRs, CAPA processes, and quality performance.
- Provide expert quality input into design reviews, technical assessments, and safety processes.
- Manage and mentor a team of quality engineers and inspectors.
- Engage with regulators, clients, and senior stakeholders to ensure alignment with industry standards.
- Implement and promote Lean/Six Sigma methodologies to enhance efficiency and eliminate waste.
Essential Requirements
- Proven experience as a Quality Manager or Senior Quality Lead within nuclear, defence, aerospace, pharmaceutical, or similarly regulated environments.
- Strong working knowledge of nuclear quality standards, regulatory frameworks, and compliance obligations.
- Demonstrable success managing QMS development, audit programmes, and quality governance.
- Leadership experience, including mentoring teams and driving cross-functional quality culture.
- Eligible to obtain UK security clearance (SC or higher).
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Desirable Criteria
- Direct experience in the nuclear industry or high-hazard, safety-critical environments.
- Lean Six Sigma or Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or above preferred).
- Local to the North West or within realistic commutable distance for regular on-site attendance.
- Experience managing supplier quality and overseeing complex supply chains.
Additional Information
- Hybrid working: 3 days per week required on-site, 2 days remote.
- High-impact role on a nationally significant project.
- Start ASAP subject to successful security clearance.
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