We are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established rail infrastructure organisation for an experienced Compliance & Quality Manager to join their growing HSQE team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a compliance professional who thrives in a highly regulated environment and is passionate about driving quality, assurance and continuous improvement across complex rail and construction projects.
Working closely with senior leadership, you’ll take ownership of the company’s Integrated Management System (IMS), ensuring compliance with industry legislation, client requirements and internationally recognised management standards.
The Opportunity
This is a varied and influential role where you’ll lead the organisation’s compliance and quality strategy, maintaining key accreditations while supporting operational teams to deliver projects safely, efficiently and in full compliance with industry standards.
You’ll become the subject matter expert for quality assurance, ISO standards, RISQS and audit management, helping the business maintain its reputation for delivering high-quality infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities
As Compliance & Quality Manager, you’ll be responsible for:
Leading and maintaining the company’s Integrated Management System (IMS)
Managing ISO 9001, ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 certification and surveillance audits
Taking ownership of RISQS accreditation and Principal Contractor compliance
Planning and delivering internal, supplier and client audits
Managing non-conformances, corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives
Developing and maintaining quality policies, procedures and documentation
Producing compliance reports, KPIs and management information for senior leadership
Supporting project teams by developing Project Quality Management Plans (QMPs)
Monitoring changes in legislation and ensuring business compliance
Managing supplier assurance processes and approved supplier performance
Delivering training and guidance to promote a strong compliance and quality culture across the business
About You
Our client is looking for someone who has significant experience within the rail, construction, engineering or infrastructure sectors and enjoys working collaboratively with operational teams while maintaining robust compliance standards.
You’ll ideally have:
Extensive experience managing Quality and Compliance Management Systems
Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 45001 and ISO 14001
Experience managing RISQS accreditation and audit processes
Lead Auditor qualification
Experience undertaking internal, supplier and external audits
Knowledge of Network Rail standards and assurance requirements
Experience supporting Principal Contractor responsibilities
Understanding of Sentinel and rail assurance systems
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Full UK Driving Licence
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunity to play a key role within a respected rail infrastructure business
Long-term career development
Varied and rewarding workload across compliance, quality and assurance
Supportive leadership team with genuine opportunities to influence business improvement
This permanent vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Benjamin Grace who are operating as an Employment Agency.
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