Principal Quality Assurance Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Principal Quality Assurance EngineerSF32744Location: Devonport, PlymouthBusiness Unit: Strategic InfrastructureSalary: £43,445.00About the roleHere at Babcock International were looking to recruit a Principal Quality Assurance Engineer.The Major Infrastructure Projects (MIP) Quality Departments main function is to provide assurance that the Business Units activities deliver infrastructure fit for purpose.This role is supporting the Major Infrastructure Projects Business Unit in its delivery of new or upgraded facilities as required to support the planned maintenance activities on submarines and warships.• Quality lead for multiple projects within the Submarine Refitting Complex (SRC), which are the responsibility of the Major Infrastructure Projects Business Unit.• Responsible for assuring Quality Management Plans, Inspection & Test Plans and Life Time Quality Records are fit for purpose.• Lead the quality team in support of projects in their execution of work packages to assure the quality deliverables are achieved.• Represent Quality at project meetings.• Manage team of Senior and Quality Assurance Engineers assuring the support delivers excellent customer service.What do I need to do the roleYoull need experience in auditing, HNC or equivalent in an engineering discipline or NVQ Level 4 or recognised professional status or significant experience in relevant engineering discipline with NVQ Level 3 in an engineering discipline, a recognised professional qualification in quality management and be a Certified Lead Auditor.Would also like you to have experience in all or some of the following:• ISO 9001:2015• Knowledge on continuous improvement techniques• Experience of managing Quality Assurance and Quality Control within the Engineering sector, including supply chain functions, ideally in the construction sector.• Knowledge of change management and improvement programmes.• An understanding of nuclear site licence obligations and management arrangements.• Construction background.What else do I need to know• The successful candidate must be able to achieve the appropriate security clearance level for this role.• Please follow the link to find out more about how COVID-19 is impacting Recruitment and On-boarding for applicants: • We are happy to talk about flexible working. Please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.About Babcock InternationalFor more than a century, Babcock, the Aerospace and Defence company, 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 the four market sectors of Marine, Land, Aviation, and Nuclear, underpinned by a deep understanding of technology integration, unique infrastructure and specialist training.Were committed to providing a great employee experience in a supportive and engaging environment. The benefits you can expect to enjoy include a generous holiday entitlement, competitive money purchase pension scheme with life assurance and a share ownership scheme. Youll benefit from excellent career and learning and development opportunities to ensure that you grow and achieve your full potential.Application GuidanceAll applications should be made online. Please use a desktop PC or laptop to create your account and apply for a job. Once youve completed this youll be able to apply to jobs from mobile devices.If you experience difficulties please check our career website for more information. Recruitment correspondence is normally by email so please check your email account and spam folder regularly.We are committed to building an inclusive culture and strives to attract talent who thrive in an inclusive and flexible working environment. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know and we will respond in a way that best fits your specific needs.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 the United 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 check our career website for more information.Closing date: 27/11/2020#LI-POST