Quality Lead - Supply Chain Assurance

Description

• Set and coordinate supplier surveillance activity in line with our graded assurance principles, collaborating with embedded Quality Managers
• Advise on all aspects of quality and promote customer focus and awareness across the organisation
• Evaluate and guide on supplier safety culture, leadership behaviours, and readiness to improve
• Own and maintain quality acceptance criteria within the Approved Supplier Register, keeping information accurate and up-to-date
• Review and advise on Supplier Quality Plans and manuals before mobilisation, ensuring they meet alliance and client requirements
• Lead the quality aspect of supplier prequalification, assessing capability and compliance against ISO 9001, ISO 19443, and nuclear safety standards
• Integrate supplier quality oversight with our digital quality platform, designing forms and dashboards to boost visibility
• Analyse nonconformances and trends, supporting robust corrective actions and early escalation of risks
• Develop and maintain the Supplier Audit Schedule, conducting thorough system, process, and product audits, and delivering clear audit reports
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying trends, sharing lessons learned, and supporting alliance-wide initiatives
• Oversee CFSI controls, deliver training, and ensure governance aligns with nuclear standards and project risk

Requirements

• A degree in engineering or science, or extensive practical experience
• ISO 9001/19443 Lead Auditor training
• Deep understanding of technical and quality standards, attention to detail, and the drive to see tasks through to completion
• Proactive, innovative approach with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Significant experience in supplier auditing, surveillance, and quality management – ideally in large, complex projects
• Track record of building strong relationships, providing clear quality leadership, and communicating effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance