Quality Manager
- Basildon, Essex
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Competitive salary with a bonus incentive
- 25 days paid holiday + BH and sick pay
- 7% matched pension
- Free life assurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee referral scheme
- Discounts on high-street brands
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Discount on Johnson Controls security products
- Extensive product and on-the-job training with outstanding resources
- Career development opportunities within a collaborative and encouraging environment
- Commitment to safety through our Zero Harm policy
- Access to business resource groups and training on things we value
- Develop, implement, and maintain QA systems aligned with AQAP and ISO 9001
- Oversee Quality Plans to ensure compliance with defence manufacturing regulations
- Establish Test and Inspection Plans for HVAC&R and fire suppression/detection systems
- Conduct internal audits and maintain adherence to contractual requirements
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives for product reliability and process efficiency
- Support external audits (ISO 9001, BSI) and liaise with MOD and critical customers.
- Perform EHS building checks and ensure compliance with safety regulations
- Develop and implement risk assessments for manufacturing and operational sites
- Conduct safety training and promote a strong workplace safety culture
- Ensure adherence to environmental regulations and sustainability initiatives
- Oversee manufacturing and compliance of HVAC&R systems for naval defence projects
- Ensure fire suppression/detection systems meet industry safety standards
- Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate HVAC&R and fire safety solutions
- Implement inspection protocols for critical components and systems
- Conduct Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and commissioning inspections
- Maintain documentation and reporting aligned with AQAP, ISO 9001, and EHS standards
- Manage the Data Reporting, Analysis, and Corrective Action System (DRACAS) to track and resolve reported issues
- Conduct incident investigations, analyse root causes, and implement corrective actions
- Maintain traceability of incident management from initial discovery to resolution
- Degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field
- 5+ years of QA management experience in naval defence or manufacturing
- Strong knowledge of AQAP 2110/2210 and ISO 9001 standards
- Expertise in Quality Plans, Test, and Inspection Plans
- Experience conducting EHS building checks and risk assessments
- Knowledge of HVAC&R systems and fire suppression/detection products
- Experience implementing DRACAS for incident tracking and corrective action
- Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor or equivalent qualification
- Experience with Submarine Quality Assurance Clauses (SSQAC)
- Professional membership with the Institute of Quality Assurance or other relevant body
- Strong communication and leadership skills