Quality Manager

The main purpose of the role is to Lead the delivery of Quality within the areas they represent. Lead the Quality team in support of development of staff, the expansion of Quality data and improvements in overall Quality performance. Aim to expand the scope, deployment and diversity of the Quality team they represent.,

• Planning and managing of Quality resource, within the area they represent and working within an agreed framework.
• Provide specialist expertise in the application and deployment of Quality tools and metrics within their represented area.
• Advises on the application of the Quality Management System and its application within the workplace.
• Provision of technical review and guidance on training and development requirements of the team.
• All - maintain and promote high personal standards in environment, safety, health, security and quality and be a great team player., Leading subject matter expertise in the fields pertinent to their role within Quality.
• Lead and develop a technical multi-functional team to resolve problems when required by the area they represent.
• Plan and deliver technical assessments using appropriate methodologies and contributing to capability development.
• Plan and implement development of tools, techniques and validation methods to ensure Right First-Time methodology.
• Plan and participation in improvement activities, and completion of Quality analysis, where appropriate.
• Engagement with relevant stakeholders across AWE, the UK and our international partners in pursuit of continuous improvement.
• The Company may require you to fulfil any other reasonable duties aligned to your position from time to time in line with business needs.
  
  ONC/HNC qualification in a relevant subject and/or a suitable vocational qualification (HND or equivalent) or practical experience in a quality-related role., Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems and related standards (e.g. Health & Safety, Environment, Security).
• Excellent inter-personal / negotiation / communication skills.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• Basic Project Management or in-depth knowledge of specialist subject.
• Customer satisfaction and the tools and processes utilised in measuring business performance and delivery.
• Good understanding of configuration and change management techniques.
• Able to lead team/manage staff within a specialist field and environment.
• Understanding of improvement techniques, such as Lean, Six Sigma, RLI, etc.
• Earned/Added Value Management.
• Computer literate in Microsoft office package.
Experience
• A proven track record of influencing and engaging with senior management.
• Establishing, implementing and maintaining quality management systems, processes, procedures and other supporting documentation.
• Completion of vendor selection monitoring and management processes.
• Proven track record of working within the field of aligned specialism.
• Auditing from definition/scheduling through to implementation, reporting and close out.
• Managing quality resource estimates and budgets and the production of associated business cases.
• Facilitating meetings and assisting in defining, recording and expediting actions.
• Experienced in the line management of staff if required (direct and/or IP).
Regulatory Requirements
• Supports the application and adherence to LC 17 and accreditation to ISO 9001:2015.
Other
• DV Security clearance.
• Ability to operate in designated work areas.
• Willingness to travel, if required for business purposes., Degree level qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant subject.
• Membership of the Quality Institute (CQI) or alternative/equivalent professional body or working towards it.
Skills
• Able to train and coach mixed groups.
Experience
• AWE Quality Procedures and Safety Procedures.
• AWE Facilities, Processes and Operations (as needed by the role).
• Experience of stakeholder management.
• Qualified in lean six sigma tools
Other
• Full UK driving licence
Work hard, be rewarded

At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part?

Package: £45,760 - £72,340 per annum (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience) A relocation package may be available (terms and conditions apply). Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application., We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including:
• 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
• Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
• Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
• Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).
• Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.