Project/Supplier Quality Engineer

Job Description

Make a difference with usWe are looking for an ambitious, energetic, and value-driven individual to become our new Project / Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer.The difference our new Project / Supplier Qu ality Engineer will makeYou will be a member of a multi discipline project team, working to embed right first time Quality principles particularly within the supply chain as the projects embarks on a significant procurement phase. Your responsibilities will include:* Working with the supplier management team to identify, onboard, support and maintain performance with our suppliers, working collaboratively to achieve the desired value for our customer. * Support kick-off meetings at the suppliers premises, ensuring they understand our expectations and we capture any feedback, along with attending progress check visits and hosting customer inspections as required.* Youll be supporting the Quality leads who have responsibility for each of their respective elements of the overall Programme, responding to their requests for SQ expertise.Experience* Having worked in a similar role on specification and / or requirements based controls, you will have practical, hands-on experience in a related industry and will be familiar with how quality applies throughout a product or service delivery lifecycle.* Experience of working with suppliers and customers and have an understanding of the benefits of collaborative relationships. * Experience of auditing quality ISO9001 management systems. * A working knowledge of quality tools and problem solving techniques (e.g. Pareto, FMEA, 5 whys, 8D, etc.) * Knowledge of continuous improvement tools and the ability to give previous examples.Skills and attributes* Strong attention to detail with the ability to review technical documentation.* Self-motivated, a strong team player that is also comfortable working autonomously.* Ability to understand engineering drawings, procedures and specifications of all disciplines.Education and qualifications * ONC, HNC or NVQ Level 3 qualification in a quality, science, engineering discipline.* Membership of a recognised quality institute e.g. CQI would be desirable. * ISO 9001 auditor.In return for your skill and passion, youll get:* Flexible working (full or part time considered, minimum 30 hours per week)* Autonomy to perform the role* The opportunity to make a real impact, partnering on an ambitious culture transformation programme within Babcocks fastest growing business unit* Free, independent employee assistance programme, offering confidential information, support and counselling, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year* Professional memberships, personal development training and opportunities* If you are a reservist in the armed forces, we provide up to ten days special paid leave in support of your training commitmentsWhere it all fits in:Mission Systems forms a critical, and growing part of Babcocks Marine organisation. As a trusted provider for global defence & security, we have a wide portfolio of best in class technical solutions that enable our customers to carry out their missions. Itsa really exciting and fast paced business carrying out a diverse range of activities. Mission Systems employs over 1,200 people across the UK and overseas with the largest sites based in Bristol, Plymouth and Ashchurch.* You must be able to achieve the appropriate security clearance level for this role* We are happy to talk about flexible working. Please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.Application GuidancePlease let your line manager know that youre applying for this vacancy. You should also let them know if you are attending an interview or assessment for a role.Please note that you will not be able to access the vacancy details after the closing date so you may wish to keep a copy of this advert and any supporting documents for your records.All applications should be made online. Please use a desktop PC or laptop to create your account, then youll be able to apply to jobs from mobile devices. If you experience difficulties, please click here. Recruitment correspondence is normally by email soplease check your email account and spam folder regularly.Armed Forces CovenantWe are proud to support the armed forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant. We recognise the value that Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reserves, Veterans, Uniformed Cadet Instructors and Service Families contribute to our business and theUnited Kingdom. As part of the Covenant, Babcock offers Reservists and Uniformed Cadet Instructors up to 2 weeks special paid leave to help them meet their commitments. To find out more please click here.Babcock International GroupFor more than a century, Babcock has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services. We help customers in the UK and around the world to improve the capability, reliability and availability of their most critical assets within four marketsectors; Marine, Land, Aviation, and Nuclear. Were committed to providing a great employee experience in a supportive and engaging environment. Closing date: 7th January 2022#LI-POST