Total 198 Quality Assurance / Control job vacancies in Leicester, Leicestershire, LE19 1SU

Job Title: Senior Quality Engineer
Location: Whetstone, Leicestershire + Hybrid Working Arrangements
Compensation: Competitive Salary + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF59835

At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Senior Quality Engineer at our Whetstone site.

The Role
As a Senior Quality Engineer, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. You will provide discipline advice, guidance and support to the business on all matters related to the quality, ensuring outputs meet customer and regulatory requirements in a timely manner.

Day-to-day, you'll be a customer quality focal point in the implementation of our ambitious growth plans as part of the Quality team and you will use your proven experience to promote quality throughout the project lifecycle and supply chain.

• Identify, plan and implement a program of activities, via a contract Quality Plan, to provide assurance to the project throughout the project lifecycle defined by the contract.
• Work with the cross-functional delivery team personnel, helping to achieve delivery milestones and ensuring a fit for purpose / quality product to the customer.
• Risk manage project activities, ensuring mitigation in the critical aspects of production and in the final product.
• Evaluate customer requirements against our product quality capabilities, and help translate into a suitable design / contract, and appropriate inspection and test plan.
• Carry out quality audits during the project lifecycle, ensuring process procedures followed and the product is being realised in the appropriate manner.

This role is full time, 37 hours per week and provides hybrid working arrangements with 2 days in the onsite and 3 days working from home.

Essential Experience of the Senior Quality Engineer

• Have a quality background in a related industry and be familiar with the qualities levels and disciplines required.
• Experience of implementing quality improvements and encouraging culture change within an organisation.
• Computer literate with good keyboard skills and understanding of Microsoft Office applications
• Will have an excellent working knowledge of quality tools and problem-solving techniques, and be able to provide guidance to others in the use of them (e.g. Pareto, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis, 5 why's, 8D).

Qualifications for the Senior Quality Engineer

• Degree (or equivalent) in quality, Science, or Engineering
• Work based apprenticeship or equivalent experience.
• Membership of a recognised quality institute (CQI would be desirable).
• ISO 9001 auditor.

Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

What We Offer

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity
• Flexible working - we give people more options to better integrate their work and personal life, whilst ensuring that business needs are met
• Potential to develop skills
• Opportunity to work on some of the most exciting engineering projects this country has to offer

Babcock International
For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Closing Date: 16/10/2024

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Welcome to Hastings Direct - From our Group HR Director Pam Angel


We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. We've made huge investments in our data and tech capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture. We're proud of the journey we're on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues.


We provide insurance for over three million customers, but we know there's even bigger opportunity out there. The fact you're now reading this job advert means we've tempted you to find out more about #lifeatHD - we really hope you like what you see, and you'll join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead.


We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you are excited about joining us and think you have some of what we are looking for, even if you're not 100% sure we would love to hear from you.



Job Details

• Leading assurance and control reviews of all processes across Insurer Services, including supplier elements
  
• Providing full and clear visibility of all controls and assurance activities across all processes
  
• Ensuring all necessary controls are in place and effective, and driving control enhancements via implementation of further preventative controls using systems, tools and processes to optimal effectiveness and efficiency
  
• Ensuring the right level of assurance is in place across all processes in the most effective way, with visibility and tracking of all assurance activities and subsequent review actions
  
• Leading the Insurer Services input and coordination for any regulatory and cross functional initiatives or activities and leading/coordinating deep dive reviews and assurance activities for specific regulatory, conduct and performance outcomes, driving and tracking identified actions through to successful delivery
  
• Creating and maintaining regular reporting for Insurer Services assurance and controls
  

Skills we would love you to have

• A strong understanding of assurance and control requirements
  
• Experience within insurance (claims experience is a bonus)
  
• Strong communicator and influencer with the confidence to engage with stakeholders at all levels
  
  
  

What we offer


Join us and you'll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. As one of our colleagues, you'll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we'll give you all the support, training and development you need. Not to mention plenty of recognition and rewards, and the scope to voice your ideas and put them into practice.



Reward


Salary - Attractive salary based on experience + car allowance (pay reviews also completed each year)


Flexible Working - We champion a flexible and hybrid working approach so please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail, including days in the office and at home.


Competitive Bonus Scheme - All colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus, which is usually paid in March. The scheme is based on Hastings' performance against our business goals and your own personal performance.


Physical Wellbeing - as a Band 4 colleague, Hastings pay for you to receive private medical Insurance (also known as PMI) This gives you flexibility and convenience to see a specialist or consultant and allows you to decide when and where you will be seen.


Financial Wellbeing - As well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover and income protection at no extra cost, pension contribution match up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an AWARD WINNING package which includes - discounts and cashback at everyday retailers and on our own products, fee free independent mortgage advice, and free access to financial wellbeing support.


Mental Wellbeing programme - At Hastings Direct we understand that mental health cannot not be scheduled, that's why we have a range of support to help you keep yourself well. We have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own, in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs


There's more! - 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your contracted weeks, access to our health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more ….



Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we'll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serve



We deliver good outcomes for our customers every time by providing great products at the right price with our simple and straightforward service. We treat customers like we want to be treated - fairly, respectfully and with their best interests at heart

Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.

• Level 5 Health & Social Care or NMC registration
• Experience within a quality and compliance role - Minimum 1 year
• Mental Health Hospital experience and knowledge
• Track record of compliance within the Healthcare sector
• Excellent knowledge of CQC regulations and framework
• Full UK driving license with access to a car with business insurance

• Supporting and assisting the senior management team in the delivery of high-quality care
• Working alongside the registered managers to identify deficiencies and risks and to develop action plans accordingly
• Reviewing and analysing data and reporting when required
• Providing guidance and advice on policies and CQC regulations, supporting compliance
• Supporting with the development and reviewal of policies, ensuring they are up to date
• Promoting best practice across services
• Supporting and taking the lead on projects

• Level 5 Health & Social Care or NMC registration
• Mental Health Hospital experience and knowledge
• Track record of compliance within the Healthcare sector
• Excellent knowledge of CQC regulations and framework
• Full UK driving license with access to a car with business insurance

• Supporting and assisting the senior management team in the delivery of high-quality care
• Woking alongside the registered managers to identify deficiencies and risks and to develop action plans accordingly
• Reviewing and analysing data and reporting when required
• Providing guidance and advice on policies and CQC regulations, supporting compliance
• Supporting with the development and reviewal of policies, ensuring they are up to date
• Promoting best practice across services
• Supporting and taking the lead on projects

Welcome to Hastings Direct - From our Group HR Director Pam Angel


We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. We've made huge investments in our data and tech capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture. We're proud of the journey we're on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues.


We provide insurance for over three million customers, but we know there's even bigger opportunity out there. The fact you're now reading this job advert means we've tempted you to find out more about #lifeatHD - we really hope you like what you see, and you'll join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead.


We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you are excited about joining us and think you have some of what we are looking for, even if you're not 100% sure we would love to hear from you.



Job Details

• Leading assurance and control reviews of all processes across Insurer Services, including supplier elements
  
• Providing full and clear visibility of all controls and assurance activities across all processes
  
• Ensuring all necessary controls are in place and effective, and driving control enhancements via implementation of further preventative controls using systems, tools and processes to optimal effectiveness and efficiency
  
• Ensuring the right level of assurance is in place across all processes in the most effective way, with visibility and tracking of all assurance activities and subsequent review actions
  
• Leading the Insurer Services input and coordination for any regulatory and cross functional initiatives or activities and leading/coordinating deep dive reviews and assurance activities for specific regulatory, conduct and performance outcomes, driving and tracking identified actions through to successful delivery
  
• Creating and maintaining regular reporting for Insurer Services assurance and controls
  

Skills we would love you to have

• A strong understanding of assurance and control requirements
  
• Experience within insurance (claims experience is a bonus)
  
• Strong communicator and influencer with the confidence to engage with stakeholders at all levels
  
  
  

What we offer


Join us and you'll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. As one of our colleagues, you'll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we'll give you all the support, training and development you need. Not to mention plenty of recognition and rewards, and the scope to voice your ideas and put them into practice.



Reward


Salary - Attractive salary based on experience + car allowance (pay reviews also completed each year)


Flexible Working - We champion a flexible and hybrid working approach so please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail, including days in the office and at home.


Competitive Bonus Scheme - All colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus, which is usually paid in March. The scheme is based on Hastings' performance against our business goals and your own personal performance.


Physical Wellbeing - as a Band 4 colleague, Hastings pay for you to receive private medical Insurance (also known as PMI) This gives you flexibility and convenience to see a specialist or consultant and allows you to decide when and where you will be seen.


Financial Wellbeing - As well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover and income protection at no extra cost, pension contribution match up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an AWARD WINNING package which includes - discounts and cashback at everyday retailers and on our own products, fee free independent mortgage advice, and free access to financial wellbeing support.


Mental Wellbeing programme - At Hastings Direct we understand that mental health cannot not be scheduled, that's why we have a range of support to help you keep yourself well. We have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own, in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs


There's more! - 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your contracted weeks, access to our health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more ….



Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we'll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serve



We deliver good outcomes for our customers every time by providing great products at the right price with our simple and straightforward service. We treat customers like we want to be treated - fairly, respectfully and with their best interests at heart

Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.