Quality Advisor - Renewable Energy & BESS Projects in Skipton

Our client, a leading infrastructure and engineering organisation, is seeking an experienced Quality Advisor to support the delivery of major Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects across the UK.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring quality excellence across innovative renewable energy and electrical infrastructure projects. Working closely with operational teams, clients, contractors, and project stakeholders, you will support the successful implementation of quality management systems while driving continuous improvement and right-first-time delivery.

The role will suit a quality professional who enjoys working on site, engaging with project teams, and ensuring quality standards are maintained throughout the project lifecycle.

• Support the implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement of the Quality Management System in line with ISO 9001 requirements.
• Conduct site inspections, quality audits, and compliance assessments across renewable energy and BESS projects.
• Review and monitor project quality documentation, including Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), quality plans, and project records.
• Identify, investigate, and support the resolution of non-conformances and corrective actions.
• Facilitate root cause analysis investigations and lessons-learned initiatives.
• Support project teams in meeting contractual quality requirements and client expectations.
• Assist with supplier and subcontractor quality assurance activities.
• Monitor quality performance indicators and prepare reports for project and senior management teams.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, quality ownership, and operational excellence.
• Support client audits, certification audits, and external quality assessments.
• Deliver quality-related coaching, guidance, and awareness training to operational teams.
• Ensure effective document control and record management practices are maintained.

Essential

• Previous experience in a Quality Advisor, Quality Assurance, Quality Coordinator, or similar quality-focused role.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
• Experience conducting internal audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
• Proven ability to investigate quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and reporting ability.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within project environments.
• Experience using quality management systems and associated software.
• Full UK Driver's Licence.
• Willingness to travel regularly to project sites across the UK.

Desirable

• Experience within:
  • Renewable Energy
  • Utilities
  • Power Infrastructure
  • Construction
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical Infrastructure
• Knowledge of:
  • Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
  • Substations
  • ICP Projects
  • EV Infrastructure
  • Grid Connections
• Internal Auditor qualification.
• HNC, HND, or Degree in Engineering, Construction, Quality Management, or a related discipline.
• Experience supporting large infrastructure or energy projects.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on leading renewable energy and BESS projects.
• Exposure to major power and electrical infrastructure developments.
• Career development and long-term progression opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to projects supporting the energy transition and sustainable infrastructure growth.