A leading Tier 1 contractor within the water industry is seeking to strengthen its SHEQ team with the addition of a Quality Advisor based in the Severn Trent region. This role reports directly to the Regional Head of SHEQ and provides on-site support across multiple construction projects.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain and execute the internal quality audit programme in coordination with the Regional Quality Lead.
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Support project teams to ensure all quality-related documentation is completed and stored in accordance with legal, client, and company procedures.
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Monitor and advise on site-based quality installation standards to ensure compliance with contractual and industry requirements.
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Assist in the management, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Integrated Management System (IMS), applying Lean principles across business processes.
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Conduct quality investigations, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to address non-conformance.
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Contribute to internal quality training by developing materials and delivering sessions where needed.
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Promote and support the internal quality system across all departments.
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Provide expert advice and guidance on quality issues to operational teams, enhancing understanding and compliance with IMS requirements.
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Drive a positive quality culture, encouraging continuous improvement and sharing of best practices.
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Stay up to date with industry developments through professional development, networking, and participation in industry events.
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Maintain a proactive, constructive, and solutions-driven approach to daily work and challenges.
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Uphold confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions and communications.
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Undertake any additional duties or training as reasonably required in line with the role’s responsibilities.
Essential Requirements:
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Proficient in Microsoft Office tools
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Full driving licence and ability to travel across the Severn Trent region
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Certified Internal QMS Auditor (IRQA or equivalent)
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Previous experience as a Quality Advisor
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Background in construction project delivery
Desirable Qualifications & Experience:
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Experience in the water or wastewater sector
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EUSR SHEA Water card
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Membership of CQI (minimum PCQI level)
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ISO 9001 Lead Auditor qualification
Package Includes:
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Competitive salary
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Hybrid working arrangements (role dependent)
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Company vehicle or car allowance (role dependent)
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25 days annual leave + bank holidays (option to buy up to 5 additional days)
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Contributory pension scheme
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Life assurance
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Health insurance
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Private medical insurance
GRS (Gearing Recruitment Solutions) operates across the following sectors, frameworks and industries:- water treatment, clean water, wastewater, waste water, wwtw, wtw, thames water, anglian water, cambridge water, essex water, ses water, southern water, southeast water, amp 6, amp 7, scottish water, sutton and east surrey water, wessex water, south west water, severn trent water, welsh water, united utilities, yorkshire water, STW, sludge, treatment works, chemical dosing, sewage, pumping station, booster station, paper mill, brewery, food processing, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, process engineering
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