GK Search Limited | Senior Quality Officer

Senior Quality Officer Location: Eastleigh / Chandlers Ford Contract Type: Permanent Hours Per Week: 37.5 Salary Range: £42,000 – £50,000 Are you an experienced Senior Quality Officer/Engineer seeking a challenging, stimulating and varied opportunity on a permanent basis for a rapidly growing, global supplier specialising in the design and manufacture of bespoke equipment and machinery into multiple sectors? Do you have experience working In an engineering environment with a background in maintaining QMS, willing to mentor/coach other quality officers? The Role Were looking for a Senior Quality Officer to join their team and support the continued success of a bigger group. Reporting to the Quality Manager, youll play a vital role in driving compliance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across the business. This role requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can lead audits, optimize processes, and champion quality standards. Youll work closely with stakeholders to foster a culture of excellence and innovation. Senior Quality Officer Key Essentials: Qualifications: ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor Certification (essential). Experience: Proven track record in quality management, compliance, and ISO 9001:2015 implementation and auditing. Skills: Strong communication, strategic thinking, advanced IT proficiency, and leadership capabilities. Additional: UK driving license and willingness to travel nationwide. Senior Quality Officer Salary Package: Competitive Annual Salary – £42,000 – £50,000. Annual and Quarterly bonus schemes. Company car. Enhanced pension scheme and life insurance (3x annual salary). Generous annual leave: 24 days + 8 bank holidays, with service-based increases. Hybrid working model. Training and development support. Senior Quality Officer Key Responsibilities: Quality Management : Ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 standards, maintaining all documentation and supporting audits. Process Optimization : Define and streamline internal processes to boost operational efficiency and consistent quality assurance. Audit Leadership : Conduct internal and external audits, preparing reports, and implementing corrective actions. Supplier Oversight : Maintain a robust supplier management system, ensuring compliance with quality standards. Continuous Improvement : Lead initiatives using methodologies like Lean Six Sigma to enhance product and service delivery. Training & Development : Design and deliver quality management training for staff at all levels. Customer Resolution : Investigate and resolve customer complaints, producing detailed reports and driving service improvements. If youre a skilled Senior Quality Officer seeking a new, challenging and varied opportunity on a permanent basis for a growing global supplier, specialising in the design and manufacture of bespoke machinery and equipment into multiple sectors, with an engineering background and experienced in maintaining QMS then please apply now!! JBRP1_UKTJ