Quality Assurance Manager
- Willenhall, West Midlands
- £50,000-70,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead the development, implementation, and management of the Quality Management System (QMS) with a focus on LPCB compliance.
- Oversee QA and compliance checks for all fire sprinkler projects from design through to final commissioning.
- Ensure all works meet BS EN 12845, LPS 1048, and other applicable fire safety standards and guidance.
- Act as the internal subject matter expert on LPCB requirements, including system categorisation, approvals, and ongoing audit compliance.
- Conduct internal audits and support external LPCB audits to maintain company approvals.
- Review and verify documentation including QA checklists, commissioning reports, and maintenance records for LPCB conformance.
- Provide guidance to design, installation, and maintenance teams on quality standards and best practices.
- Identify non-conformities and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Maintain strong working relationships with LPCB auditors, certification bodies, insurers, and clients.
- Support training and continuous improvement across the company in QA and compliance-related processes.
- Proven experience in the fire sprinkler industry, with a deep understanding of LPCB standards, particularly LPS 1048.
- Excellent knowledge of BS EN 12845, UK Building Regulations (Part B), and relevant codes of practice.
- Familiarity with third-party certification processes and audit requirements.
- Strong background in quality assurance/control, ideally within an LPCB-certified company.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organisational and reporting skills.
- Valid UK driving licence.