Total 111 Quality Assurance / Control job vacancies in Oxford , Oxfordshire, OX1 1AA

Your new company
A highly successful business that has enjoyed sustained growth in multiple product categories. They are keenly focused on delivering high quality and good value products, always mindful of sustainability and impact on the planet.
Your new role
As Global Technical and Quality Director you will lead an international team in the delivery of key strategies to deliver business objectives, meeting and exceeding customer expectations in food, and non-food, categories. You will continue the development of appropriate KPIs to understand performance in all relevant areas, and drive improvements through technical product innovation, compliance, and due diligence. You will lead and support all R&D projects, bringing market disrupting products and technologies into NPD pipeline, while also enhancing sustainability initiatives.
What you'll need to succeed
You will be proven in a similar leadership position, with strategic responsibilities for technical innovation, manufacturing compliance, human rights due diligence, and sustainability. You will be highly commercially aware with the ability to support commercial business objectives and performance, within an entrepreneurial and fast-moving business. Experience of FMCG products (ideally both food, and non-food), and working with high-street retailers and international suppliers (ideally including Asia) is a distinct advantage. You will be ambitious for yourself and for your company, and enjoy a fast-changing working environment where pace and urgency drive successful outcomes. You will have very strong people skills, and be able to influence at all levels. You will enjoy developing high-performing individuals and teams, harnessing people's skills and supporting their ongoing development.
What you'll get in return
Highly competitive remuneration to suit experience, plus bonus, salary sacrifice EV scheme, and generous benefits.
What you need to do now
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A mechanical manufacturing firm in Oxfordshire is looking for a Production Quality Engineer with technical knowledge in production, mechanical products and quality assurance experience along with experience working with SAP and 8D.

Responsible For:

Management of all quality-related issues within the manufacturing team

(e.g., internal and customer warranty)

Identification of the root cause of production quality issues and the implementation of permanent corrective actions, preventing the compromise of quality standards; driving continuous improvement.

General Description:

To provide effective quality control from goods inwards inspection throughout production process by ensuring that the capture, reporting and resolution of all quality related non-conformities is undertaken in an efficient and timely manner.

Maintaining and updating the company Quality Assurance database (NCR) with the overall target objective of reducing both internal and external non-conformities.

Liaising with the supplier quality engineer and other stakeholders to communicate quality defects affecting production, with timely resolution. Providing QA data to support implementation of corrective actions with the support of the manufacturing engineering team.

Skills and Attributes

Self-motivated with excellent time management and organisational skills with the ability to work independently and as well as part of a team to achieve targets. You will have a keen eye for detail which will enable you identify potential quality related issues. Strong leadership qualities with perhaps aspirations for management. Working closely with Purchasing, Production and Technical depts, you will apply a systematic approach to clearly communicate quality information and work with manufacturing engineers to resolve quality related issues.

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant manufacturing/engineering /science degree preferred, or ONC, A Levels, BTec.
• Minimum of four years previous experience in similar QA role within a fast-moving production environment.
• Strong technical knowledge in the marine, aerospace and or automotive industry (preferable but not restricted to). Strong ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Strong experience of product inspection advantageous.
• Internal auditing experience plus qualification.
• Membership of professional body would be advantageous.
• Professional qualifications would advantageous.
• Computer literate in MS Office and Adobe software as well as SAP.
• Experience using SAP is advantageous.
• Experience with QMS procedures and good understanding and experience of robust QA procedures.
• Problem solving skills such as 8D.
• Strong knowledge and application of FAIR, PPAP & FMEA.
• Knowledge of AS9100 (preferable but not restricted to), minimum knowledge of ISO 9001.
• Understanding of ISO14001 and Health and Safety practices
• Strong process mapping experience and writing of work instructions.
• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Strong Planning and prioritising skills with methodical approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to present data effectively, with excellent analytical skills.
• Strong Problem-solving and team working skills.
• Understanding of cost and financial impacts

Hours are Monday - Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm with some flexibility, competitive salary of c£43k, Bupa Healthcare, contribution pension and free parking on site.

This is not a hybrid role and is based in Oxfordshire and due to the location you need to drive.

A leading manufacturer in Oxfordshire are looking for a Quality Health and Safety Administrator to support to the Head of QHSE in relation to planning, delivery, monitoring and reporting QHSE activities.

General Description:

Support in delivering the Health & Safety strategic plan.

Taking minutes of meetings and action logs.

Handling of sensitive and confidential information.

Assist in the implementation of corrective action from incident investigations and safety concerns where required.

Supporting forums and working groups across the business.

Assist in the maintenance of the Health and Safety SharePoint site.

Documenting of management and process improvements across the business.

Reporting and administering of QHSE platforms.

Supporting in ensuring the safe systems of work are effective.

Supporting the quality team in a wide range of administrative duties.

Main Duties:

• Monitoring and maintaining the HSE planner.
• Ensuring that the relevant inspections and collections are arranged and carried out as per the planner.
• Facilitating in the training of Risk assessments, COSHH assessments and general HSE awareness
• Monitoring and maintaining registers for lifting equipment, forklift trucks, calibration etc.
• Liaising with the workforce to ascertain QHSE suggestions and concerns to drive continuous improvement.
• Supporting in the delivery of HSE training and toolbox talks and the maintenance of the related trainings.
• Conducting and recordings shop floor audits and maintaining the recorded data.
• Conducting inspections and observation checks on the shop floor.
• Chasing completed non-conformity reports from suppliers.
• Support the QA team in raising service calls and processing supplier returns as required.
• Writing of risk assessments.
• Writing of method statements and the creation of work instructions
• Facilitate actions / modifications from employee risk assessments /return to work.
• Complete and monitor the return of various QHSE reports, assisting management to ensure all actions are completed on time and reminders issued for those outstanding.
• Draft correspondence to include creating, revising, proof-reading, and distributing various types of documents, presentations, and spreadsheets.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly / quarterly reports.

Job Description: QHSE Administrator

Qualifications and Experience

Experience in a similar QHSE administrative role.

Good understanding of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.

IOSH managing safely or above.

Experience of ISO 9001.

Good experience of Writing Risk Assessments, method statements and work instructions.

Experience in a production / manufacturing environment.

Experience conducting workplace inspections and checks.

Experience of producing work within defined timescales.

Excellent customer service and organizational skills, with good attention to detail

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Good knowledge of IT systems with an excellent knowledge and understanding of MS Word, Excel, outlook, SharePoint, and PowerPoint.

A positive, flexible, and pro-active approach to work.

A willingness and ability to learn new skills.

Key Characteristics / Behaviours

You need to be highly organised and a proactive individual with excellent time management skills with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team to achieve targets.

You also need a keen eye for detail, process driven and proficient with data analysis will apply a systematic approach to clearly communicate QHSE information.

Hours are Monday - Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm with some flexibility, competitive salary of c£30k, Bupa Healthcare, contribution pension and free parking on site.

This is not a hybrid role and is based in Oxfordshire and due to the location you need to drive.

Your new company
Join a reputable local organisation that specialises in hospitality leasing across the UK. Based in Chester, this growing company is looking for a fantastic administrative professional to join their property help desk team, supporting with administration and compliance processes.
Your new role
You will be supporting the property team to make sure any compliance obligations are met. You will be in regular communication with licensees and other third parties in regard to compliance certifications, inspections and change of tenancy.
What you'll need to succeed
Good computer literacy is essential to this role as you will be required to utilise a number of internal systems and databases to manage the compliance process, as well as creation and management of orders. Excellent administrative skills, with prior experience working in a similar role, this position will require stakeholder engagement and management. The selected candidate will display exemplary customer service, communication and attention to detail.
Knowledge of statutory legislation or experience within property maintenance is an asset but not a requirement.

What you'll get in return
Be a part of an open and inclusive company who put their employees at the heart of their business. Join a team of passionate, hard-working, dedicated, and ambitious people today! Monday-Friday 35hrs per week
What you need to do now


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Learning Support Specialist
Home Based
Competitive salary and benefits

The role
In this role you will offer guidance and support to neurodiverse or disabled learners on our programmes to enable them to achieve their aspirations and goals. You will deliver effective teaching, learning and support to learners for qualifications and their individual needs

The responsibilities

• Create individual support plans tailored to learner's individual needs, considering the results of initial & diagnostic assessments.
• Motivate, enable and drive learners to achieve their goals through outstanding teaching and learning
• Deliver learning and evidence progression to meet the targets set for the learner
• Deliver engaging and creative learning to meet the needs of the learner
• Provide continuous and effective Information, Advice & Guidance to learners
• Provide pastoral support to learners as required to aid engagement & achievement of their goals
• Deliver and facilitate teaching, learning and support that encourages accelerated and autonomous learning
• Support the learning process through the development of learning resources.
• Engage and coach the learner's Employer/Mentor to provide adequate support and guidance
• Complete detailed documentation to evidence the need for Learning Support Funding
• Work collaboratively with and provide accurate updates to the appropriate delivery colleagues and support the timely achievement of the qualification
• Monitor learner's welfare, health and safety in the workplace upskilling learner's knowledge regarding
• Safeguarding, British Values, Prevent and Equality & Diversity

Your experience and skills

• Experience of and a proven track record of working with SEND learners
• Proven track record of consistently exceeding targets
• Knowledge and/or experience in delivering Safeguarding

Your qualifications

• Educated at degree level or equivalent experience
• Teaching qualification preferred but not essential

About QA:
At QA, we believe the future belongs to organisations that are able to learn, master and apply new skills at pace and scale. As the largest tech training company in the UK and the fastest-growing in the US, we partner with 96% of the FTSE and most of the Fortune 500. We have served over 4,000 customers and 1+ million learners since 1985.

We believe skills alone aren't enough, but need to be applied back to the business in order to effect change. We do this through tailored learning programmes that connect learning across an organisation's siloes, create continuity for learners, and feature collaborative, cohort-based modalities to apply skills at pace and at scale. Our unique end-to-end learning solution draws from deep expertise across apprenticeships and instructor-led training, and self-paced learning.

QA is headquartered in London and New York.
Learn more at QA.com

Down time

Taking time for ourselves is so important these days which is why we dedicate some of our benefits to support your health & wellbeing. These include: 27 days holiday each year, holiday buying scheme, Medicash plan, Gympass, Cycle to Work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, and 2 days per year charity leave.

How we'll help with finance matters

In addition to pension, group income protection and life assurance, QA are offering you an annual pay review, access to our employee discounts benefit hub with hundreds of deals and savings on goods and experiences, season ticket loan, tech scheme and an employee referral scheme.

Personal growth

Learning and opportunity is at the core of what we do - and that applies to you too!
You'll have the unique opportunity to develop your skills on our QA authored courses in the latest tech (you'll get 3 training days/year to do this). You can also delve deep into our world-class digital learning content on a variety of tech and business topics. Or perhaps you'd like to enrol on a Degree or Masters programme to enhance your skillset or learn new things.

Safeguarding Statement
QA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults with care and support needs. We hold the expectation that all staff share this commitment in creating a safe and inclusive environment and as an organization, we comply with relevant legislation and best practices in safeguarding and safe recruitment.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on successful applicants including:

• an enhanced disclosure check
• Child Barring list check
• qualification checks
• online checks
• medical fitness
• identity and right to work

All applicants will be required to provide two references covering the previous three years and a Criminal Declaration form must be completed and returned ahead of interview.


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SALES ENGINEER
London/Hybrid
Competitive salary base + Commission

Our sales team shares our business success story with organisation's around the world and highlights the added value we give to align Sales and Marketing.

As a Sales Engineer at QA, you will play an essential role within the business and hugely impact its growth. Reporting directly into the Director of Sales Enablement and Solutions, you will be providing world-class pre-sales support for our enterprise sales team.

Your Responsibilities

• Enthusiastically lead prospective customers to the expected business outcomes of our platform.
• Deliver outstanding product demonstrations through powerful storytelling and articulation of how our software provides value to customers
• Promote our platform at events such as AWS reinvent, Microsoft Ignite, etc.
• Continuously strive for improvement in all skill areas and maintain up-to-date knowledge regarding our solution as well as industry trends and technologies.
• Work closely with sales partners to qualify, drive opportunities and determine sales motions within accounts.
• Collaborate with multiple internal teams such as product management, engineering, customer success and marketing.
• Be passionate about sales engineering and working with customers.

About you

• Experience with selling and delivering SaaS products to enterprise operations teams
• Experience of working with SALESFORCE combined with AWS, GCP or MS Azure
• Ability to work directly with customers with a strong commitment to their success
• Strong presentation skills, including live product demos and technical pitches
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, including a dynamic and engaging presentation style that inspires confidence
• Open-minded, positive attitude, and the ability to work with a sense of urgency
• Ability to travel within the local Region

What we can offer you

• Competitive salary with a quarterly MBOs
• Budget for professional development
• 5 weeks paid vacation per year, with the option to purchase a sixth week
• Great company culture and work environment
• Highly skilled teammates and lots of opportunities for growth and development

At QA, our mission is to help everyone find their place in the world. This means we continually celebrate the diverse community different individuals cultivate. As an equal opportunity employer, we stay true to our mission by ensuring that our place can be anyone's place
Down time

Taking time for ourselves is so important these days which is why we dedicate some of our benefits to support your health & wellbeing. These include: 27 days holiday each year, holiday buying scheme, Medicash plan, Gympass, Cycle to Work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, and 2 days per year charity leave.

Personal growth

Learning and opportunity is at the core of what we do - and that applies to you too!
You'll have the unique opportunity to develop your skills on our QA authored courses in the latest tech (you'll get 3 training days/year to do this). You can also delve deep into our world-class digital learning content on a variety of tech and business topics.

Our people

We are an equal opportunity employer, focused on promoting a welcoming and inclusive environment. We embrace diversity, welcome applications from all candidates and aim to support the career growth of everyone. This means no matter what your gender, age, ethnicity, beliefs, or sexual preference, or if you are disabled or a carer, we welcome you and the alternative perspectives you bring to our diverse family.

We're proud of the progress we've achieved over the last few years to build an inclusive culture and celebrate our diversity - our rankings on The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers List are a testament to this.


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Your new company
A successful and innovative British manufacturer who are dominating their chosen sector. They design and manufacture class-leading products that are well loved by their customers. This is a great time to join the business and an opportunity to continue the development of internal systems across Quality and Regulatory Compliance that will play a key part in their ongoing development.

Your new role
You will be responsible for Product Compliance and Quality, including Quality Assurance (collaborating with Suppliers to ensure pre-shipment quality), Quality Control (ownership of quality related issues and implementing corrective action plans), and Regulatory Compliance in various sales territories. You will also be a point of escalation for Customer Service and Warranty Support, and play a key part in New Product Development supporting Product and Design teams as they bring new and improved products through testing and to market.

What you'll need to succeed
Formal Qualifications in Quality Management are useful but not essential. Most important is a demonstrable track record of success within a similar role, and your CV will contain relevant achievements. You will have experience working within a manufacturing business (consumer products is an advantage), supporting overall business objectives by driving improvements in Quality and Compliance. You will enjoy solving problems, and be process focused, able to use metrics to understand performance across relevant business functions, and proactively drive changes that will enable continuous improvement of those metrics. You will also have the ambition to grow your team and play a key leadership role within this rapidly expanding company.

What you'll get in return
Competitive salary (circa £60k), plus bonus and benefits. Significant opportunities for ongoing progression within this fast growth business. Hybrid working pattern (typically onsite 3 days a week).

What you need to do now
All candidates will need to hold existing Right to Work in the UK.
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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An opportunity has arisen for a Pest Control Technician to join a well-established company providing pest control services. This role offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary of £30,000 - £35,000.

As a Pest Control Technician, you will be providing pest control solutions for various client, ensuring high service standards.

You will be covering Milton Keynes, Oxford, Worcestershire regions

What we are looking for:

- Previously worked as a Pest Control Technician, Foot Technician or in a similar role.

- BPCA Level 2 certification or equivalent in pest control.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills.

- An Advanced DBS check will be required for this role.

- Full UK driving licence.

What's on Offer:

- Competitive salary

- Company car

- Uniform and full expenses package.

- Full training and support through the BPCA CPD scheme.

- Health coverage and team development programmes.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Pest Control Technician to advance their career in a supportive and growing organization.

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New Appointments Group are excited to be working with a manufacturing company who are looking for an Import/Export Compliance Analyst on a 6 month temporary basis.

This role is mostly remote however candidates are expected to travel between sites in Daventry, Darlington or Huddersfield. (You will be on site every 2-3 weeks for projects)

Import/export experience is required or alternatively knowledge of supply chain such as transport, logistics or shipping. Advanced Excel knowledge is essential, as the data will be analysed via through extensive spreadsheets.

Manage and maintain controlled processes including: tariff code classification, record keeping, country of origin and preferential trade calculations.

Research and monitor import/export activity for all business units, local laws and procedures; gather, enter, and manages import/export data, prepares summaries for review

Gather all necessary documentation for import/export licenses; drafts applications for licenses and registrations; submits applications, including those with applicable benefits, upon review by Supervisor and monitors approval process with appropriate governmental contacts

Builds and maintains relationships with appropriate governmental organisations in the country of assignment

Manages brokers to ensure appropriate supporting documentation and consistent compliance with import/export regulations exists

Analyse import/export activities to ensure the business does not exceed limits or violate any restrictions on import/export activities

Compile data and updates metrics as requested

Analyse data and draw conclusions

Interact with Customs, Customs brokers and Customs service providers

Executes team processes as directed and provides input into process improvements related to immediate area of influence.

About you:

Knowledge of Trade Application

Drives results

Customer focused

Action orientated

This role pays £15.39ph and is Monday to Friday, 37.5hrs a week.

New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. Committed to diversity, equality and opportunity for all. Twitter: @nagforjobs

Do you have a passion for sustainability and environmental management?
A leading international client in Thame is looking for a Quality Sustainability Coordinator to join the environmental team to provide a focal point for the collation, reporting, and practical use of sustainability data across the group. Working as part of this small team, this role will be instrumental in meeting customer expectations, delivery of declarations and driving improvement.

This company has a long tradition of being a responsible business that supports environmental and community initiatives.
Sustainability is a cornerstone of their business and is integral to their purpose. It doesn't just shape the way we conduct our own operations, it's at the heart of our product and service offerings too. Their sustainability programme focuses on being a responsible business that meets the highest standards of ethics and professionalism, whilst caring for the causes most important to us and our communities.
This role supports our global journey towards net zero, it provides an opportunity to engage internationally with a wide range of stakeholders to drive improvement across our sustainability pillars.

Job Dimensions:
This role will support the General Manager and Global Quality Improvement Manager in delivering the Group's wider sustainability aspirations by collating, analysing and reporting data and closely working with other sustainability champions/coordinators.

Key Accountabilities:
* Co-ordinate the collation of data across all sites within specified time frames.
* Direct support of sustainability activities, this will include facilitating and reporting of improvement initiatives.
* Engagement and support of all sites to ensure progress is being made in line with targets and objectives.
* Ensuring sustainability roadmaps are maintained.
* Completing data analysis and reporting to produce monthly, quarterly, and annual sustainability reports for internal and external stakeholders.
* Undertake the data analysis of GHG inventories to identify trends and opportunities for operational improvement using carbon accounting software.
* Identify poor data quality issues within databases and work with business entities to improve the efficiency of data capture.
* Liaising with business entities to support Sustainability objectives.
* Providing subject matter expertise on reporting frameworks and data systems.
* Contribute to the development of sustainability assessment tools and dashboards to improve efficiency and accuracy.
* Contribute to sustainability initiatives.
* Internal environmental auditing
* Support with the preparation of sustainability reporting in accordance with globally recognised matrix as directed
* Manage extension of scope 3 categories
* Advising of gaps and improvement opportunities in sustainability metrics reporting.
* Supporting the maintenance of our integrated management system with emphasis on Environmental Management (ISO14001:2015)

Qualifications, Experience & Skills
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
* Previous experience in data analysis and reporting.
* Advanced spreadsheet capabilities and ability to learn new technology platforms.
* Ability to analyse and present complex data sets with good knowledge of spreadsheets and other analytical software platforms.
* Have a passion for sustainability and the environment.
* Self-motivated with an ability to work independently as well as within a team.
* MS Office applications - Word, PowerPoint, Excel,
* Show strong analytical skills and high attention to detail.
Desirable:
* Environmental based bachelor's degree
* IEMA Foundation/Certificate in Environmental Management or similar qualification.
* Knowledge of carbon accounting software.
* Familiarity with corporate environmental and sustainability reporting protocols, such as GRI, CDP, Ecovadis etc
The role will initially start onsite but will move to a hybrid role, 2 days in the office once the probation period has passed and all objectives have been met.
Competitive salary of c£36k, working hours are 7.30am - 4pm with a 12.30pm finish on a Friday, 25 days holiday, pension and life assurance.

A moulding, mechanical manufacturing company in Oxford are looking for a Quality Inspector to

inspect incoming goods and quality components and also moulded incoming parts plus completed end of line inspections as required.

General Description:

Ensure incoming materials meet the required specifications and standards through examination and precise measurement tools.

Maintain detailed records of inspections, noting deviations or defects found to ensure traceability and quality control.

Main Duties:

Conduct the goods inwards inspections for incoming materials as per the defined daily list.

Utilizing various measurement tools such as callipers, micrometres, and electronic inspection equipment to measure product dimensions.

Monitor and maintain the quality inspection dashboard and the moulding inspection log.

Communicate identified defects promptly to internal and external stakeholders and collaborate on corrective actions for timely resolution.

Develop effective processes to optimise the inspection process and enhance product quality assurance.

Qualifications and Experience

Minimum of 5 years' experience as a quality inspector in the manufacturing sector.

Certification in quality control is preferred.

Strong dimensional analysis skills with the ability to read engineering drawings and technical specifications.

Familiarity with quality testing machines and systems

Excellent mathematical skills and technical skills

Thorough knowledge of quality control standards and testing methodologies.

Skills

Good problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically and propose effective solutions when defects or quality issues are identified.

Good Technical skills with a strong knowledge of inspection equipment / gauges.

Strong communication skills to ensure clear and effective communication whilst documenting findings and reporting issues.

Strong organizational skills to ensure good management of multiple inspections and the maintenance of detailed records. Accompanied by great prioritisation skills to keep track of various quality control activities.

Hours are Monday - Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm with some flexibility, competitive salary of c£30k, Bupa Healthcare, contribution pension and free parking on site.

This is not a hybrid role and is based in Oxfordshire and due to the location you need to drive.

A mechanical manufacturing firm in Oxfordshire is looking for a Production Quality Engineer with technical knowledge in production, mechanical products and quality assurance experience along with experience working with SAP and 8D.

Responsible For:

Management of all quality-related issues within the manufacturing team

(e.g., internal and customer warranty)

Identification of the root cause of production quality issues and the implementation of permanent corrective actions, preventing the compromise of quality standards; driving continuous improvement.

General Description:

To provide effective quality control from goods inwards inspection throughout production process by ensuring that the capture, reporting and resolution of all quality related non-conformities is undertaken in an efficient and timely manner.

Maintaining and updating the company Quality Assurance database (NCR) with the overall target objective of reducing both internal and external non-conformities.

Liaising with the supplier quality engineer and other stakeholders to communicate quality defects affecting production, with timely resolution. Providing QA data to support implementation of corrective actions with the support of the manufacturing engineering team.

Skills and Attributes

Self-motivated with excellent time management and organisational skills with the ability to work independently and as well as part of a team to achieve targets. You will have a keen eye for detail which will enable you identify potential quality related issues. Strong leadership qualities with perhaps aspirations for management. Working closely with Purchasing, Production and Technical depts, you will apply a systematic approach to clearly communicate quality information and work with manufacturing engineers to resolve quality related issues.

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant manufacturing/engineering /science degree preferred, or ONC, A Levels, BTec.
• Minimum of four years previous experience in similar QA role within a fast-moving production environment.
• Strong technical knowledge in the marine, aerospace and or automotive industry (preferable but not restricted to). Strong ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Strong experience of product inspection advantageous.
• Internal auditing experience plus qualification.
• Membership of professional body would be advantageous.
• Professional qualifications would advantageous.
• Computer literate in MS Office and Adobe software as well as SAP.
• Experience using SAP is advantageous.
• Experience with QMS procedures and good understanding and experience of robust QA procedures.
• Problem solving skills such as 8D.
• Strong knowledge and application of FAIR, PPAP & FMEA.
• Knowledge of AS9100 (preferable but not restricted to), minimum knowledge of ISO 9001.
• Understanding of ISO14001 and Health and Safety practices
• Strong process mapping experience and writing of work instructions.
• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Strong Planning and prioritising skills with methodical approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to present data effectively, with excellent analytical skills.
• Strong Problem-solving and team working skills.
• Understanding of cost and financial impacts

Hours are Monday - Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm with some flexibility, competitive salary of c£43k, Bupa Healthcare, contribution pension and free parking on site.

This is not a hybrid role and is based in Oxfordshire and due to the location you need to drive.

Your new company
An upper-tier local authority for a non-metropolitan county in England. Established in 1889, it provides various services such as social care, education support, highways and transport, public health, waste disposal, and economic development.

Your new role
Purpose:

• To inspect, assess and report upon the condition of roadside and other trees, ascertain the ownership of trees on private land and provide technical information for the serving of notices to remedy defects. To undertake specific inspections to gather information on the progression of Ash die-back.
• To maintain and update computerised tree inventories and inspection records, issue work instructions to contractors where required, and carry out a range of other forestry and arboricultural related tasks.
• Must be flexible in taking on additional tasks, willing to offer help to staff in other groups, and treat co-operation and support for colleagues as a top priority.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Carry out regular inspections trees adjacent to the highway and on other sites to identify defects which could be hazardous to the public or property, and locate their positions on plans.
• Ascertain the ownership of any trees with defects.
• Prepare reports and associated plans on defective trees so that notices to remedy defects can be sent out.
• Check after appropriate interval whether or not remedial works have been carried out and report back.
• Maintain and update records of tree inspections.
• Create, maintain and update inspection records and inventories of trees in the ownership of the organisation.
• When required, carry out specific inspections of sites to monitor the progression of Ash Die-back and when appropriate, make recommendations on management requirements.
• Prepare reports on the findings of such inspections.
• Input, maintain and extract computer database information.
• When required, issue work instructions to contractors to carry out work identified, including supervision and inspection of work on completion.
• Keep up-to-date with the principles of forestry and arboricultural practice, including identification of tree and shrub species and associated diseases and disorders.
• Take telephone and other technical messages for all senior staff in their absence.
• Assist with the provision of the forestry and arboricultural service, as required.
• Assist in dealing with emergencies and planned events associated with sphere of work by telephone and/or personal attendance on site as required.
• Occasionally, this may include evenings, early mornings, weekends, Bank Holidays etc. (for which time off in lieu or overtime will be allowed).
• Such other duties as may be required relating to the function of the Department, as directed by the Manager/Forestry Team Leader.

What you'll need to succeed

• BTEC or equivalent Level 3 in Arboriculture, Level 4 desirable
• Experience in forestry/ arboriculture, including decision-making on tree health, structural safety, pathogens and appropriate preventative remedial work.
• Membership with the Arboricultural Association is desirable.
• Knowledge of identifying trees and shrubs and tree pathogens.
• Recognition of physiological tree defects, diseases and disorders.
• Knowledge of visual tree assessment
• Map reading skills
• Able to compose detailed reports appropriately levelled at the recipient
• Good communication - must be tactful and be able to deal sympathetically with the public, tree-owners, etc
• Able to work to time limits and to handle a number of activities at once.
• Physically fit - able to walk for sustained periods and for long distances often on uneven ground and in inclement weather
• Full driving licence required at all times
• Be domestically located so as to be capable of visiting all sites within the area without difficulty and within a reasonable response time
• Willingness to work when required (occasionally including evenings/early mornings/weekends/bank holidays etc.)

What you'll get in return

• £15 p/hour (Will progress to £16 once in post)
• Development of tree ID and disease/pathogen ID skills
• Develop your decision making skills

What you need to do now
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Job Title: Gas Inspector

Location: West London

Salary: £40,000 - £42,000 w/ Van and Fuel Card

Job Type: Permanent

Daniel Owen are currently working with a leading Gas company and are seeking a Gas Inspector to join them and assist across their contracts. You will be required to travel around the following postcodes: SW/W/HA/UB.

Gas Inspector Role:

• Oversee all daily activities for a selection of engineers and sub-contractors.
• This role will also require you to conduct individual site surveys in client's properties to ascertain the scope of works required to install or upgrade central heating systems in these dwellings.
• These surveys will enable the Installation department to complete planned work and hit required operational and customer service performance targets, Health and Safety, Quality and Environmental systems, company procedures, and meet legislation requirements.

Gas Inspector Requirements:

• Valid ACS & other relevant gas qualifications
• Full UK Driving Licence (less than 6 points)
• Experience within Social Housing desirable, but not essential
• Experience delivering high levels of customer service
• The ability to work with a diverse customer base

Gas Inspector Benefits:

• Additional earnings via ECO
• Overtime opportunities
• Salary exchange pension
• Employee assistance programme
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays, rising by one day with each full year of service (max five additional)
• Enhanced family leave (dependent on length of service)

If this role is of interest to you, please apply.

LON123

Your new company:As a proud member of the NDA group, they're part of Europe's largest and most ambitious clean-up project, spanning several decades. Specialising in the treatment and disposal of nuclear waste, with a commitment to protecting people and the environment both now and for future generations.
Your new role:As part of this role, you will manage value-adding, independently delivered, targeted assurance of programmes and projects across their whole life cycles within an allocated grouping of programmes and projects in accordance with the client's processes and best practices to help improve programme and project outcomes.You will also manage delivery of improvements to the programme and project assurance arrangements, focusing on mapping data and leaning into improvement opportunities, maintaining a competent programme and project assurance community and optimisation of processes and associated material to ensure the arrangements are effective and efficient.
What you'll need to succeed:

• Demonstrable experience of programme and project delivery aligned to medium-high project complexity and application.
• Adaptable and flexible to respond to changing organisational and project requirements.
• Professional qualification in Project Management and Programme Management as a minimum APM PFQ or equivalent, Project Controls or a relevant degree in a related field
• Demonstrates leadership by providing vision, motivation, and inspiration, setting high standards, leading by example, and holding the Integrated Project Teams to account.
• Experienced with how projects and programmes are delivered in the nuclear sector, including experience in the development of business cases aligned to government green book standards.
• Ability to demonstrate competence/experience of all Project Delivery Fundamentals.

Desired skills:

• IPA Government Gateway review assurance team member or equivalent
• Experience in Programme and Project Audits
• Strong understanding of Government Project Delivery Practices
• Professional Qualification in Project Management as a minimum PMQ and/or Programme Qualification MSP or international equivalent.
• Strong presentation qualities and confidence in presenting to large audiences.

What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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