Quality Resource

Kinetic are recruiting for a Quality Resource to work an ongoing temporary position alongside our client in Leeds Key Responsibilities: Collaboration with PM & CPM: * Work in close partnership with the Project Manager (PM) and Commercial Project Manager (CPM) to ensure that quality objectives are fully integrated into project planning, execution, and commercial processes. Actively participate in project meetings, support decision-making, and provide quality expertise to facilitate successful project delivery. Prepare and present regular reports on resource utilisation and performance to senior management. Project Quality Planning: * Develop, implement, and maintain the Project Quality Plan (PQP) in alignment with GT Service and customer requirements. Quality Assurance: * Ensure all project activities comply with quality standards, contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements. Auditing and Inspections: * Plan, conduct, and support internal and external audits and inspections, tracking, and reporting of findings and actions. Risk Management: * Identify, assess, and mitigate quality-related risks throughout the project lifecycle. Quality Control: * Oversee inspection and test plans (ITPs), witness points, and hold points; ensure proper documentation and traceability. Non-Conformance Management: *Lead the process for managing non-conformances, including root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) Supplier Quality: * Collaborate with procurement and supplier quality teams to ensure supplier deliverables meet project quality requirements. Customer Interface: * Act as the primary quality contact for customers, managing quality-related communications, documentation, and audits. Continuous Improvement, Lessons Learned & Best Practices: * Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the project and across the GT SE Service business. Capture, document, and share lessons learned and best practices to support knowledge transfer and process optimization. Facilitate regular reviews to identify opportunities for improvement and implement effective solutions. Reporting: * Prepare and present regular quality reports to project management and stakeholders. Qualifications: *Technical apprenticeship or vocational qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or equivalent) in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field. * Internal auditor qualification (e.g., ISO 9001 Internal Auditor) is required. *Supplier and lead auditor qualifications are beneficial. *Several years of practical experience in quality management, preferably within the Transmission & Distribution industry, engineering, or service industry. * Solid understanding of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001), project processes, and relevant industry standards. * Experience with Service projects or similar large-scale industrial service projects is highly desirable. * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. * Proficiency in English; additional languages are an advantage. Preferred Skills: * Experience in quality management within a service or engineering environment * Familiarity with Grid Technologies (GT) equipment, systems, and maintenance processes * An understanding of Project Management Fundamentals * Knowledge of quality management systems and standards (e.g., ISO 9001) * Proficiency in using quality tools and techniques (e.g., root cause analysis, 8D, FMEA) * Strong organizational and time management skills * Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with cross-functional teams, customers, and suppliers * Attention to detail and a methodical approach to problem-solving * Competence in using Microsoft Office and relevant business software (e.g., SharePoint, NC Management Tools) * Experience supporting or participating in audits and inspections * Ability to work independently and as part of a team * Willingness to travel as required by project needs Working Conditions: * This position requires occasional travel * Standard office environment with regular use of computers and other office equipment Kinetic plc is a Recruitment Consultancy with over 40 years' experience delivering staffing solutions to the engineering, manufacturing and technical industries. Kinetic plc treats all applications confidentially and we review all submissions. Those that do not meet the specification may not be contacted but their CV retained to be considered against future opportunities.