At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead quality assurance for major engineering projects and ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Company: Join ScottishPower, a leader in energy and environmental management.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, generous leave, and health benefits including private medical cover.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainability and quality in the energy sector.
- Qualifications: Experience in quality management and environmental systems, ideally in utility transmission.
The predicted salary is between 55200 - 69000 £ per year.
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- Lead Quality Advisor
- Salary from £55,200 to £69,000 + Up To 15% bonus + Private Medical Cover
- Help us create a better future, quicker
The Quality and Environmental Team is part of SPT Networks and provides business wide leadership, strategy and direction integrating business and group Quality/Environmental and Safety policies, programs and processes in support of operational excellence, legal compliance and safe working practices.
This includes delivering Systems support and advice to over 500 employees and agency professionals within SPT and to 800 -1000 contractors, based at our project construction sites.
The Lead Quality Advisor is a supporting role within the SP Transmission business, assisting on delivery of project/product compliance and providing specialist advice within major engineering and construction projects throughout the full project lifecycle from development into construction and operation to decommissioning.
Assigning the team of Quality Advisors/Engineers workload and ensuring effective resources are available to deliver the projects.
Providing consistent support for the infrastructure projects and reviewing trends and developing appropriate corrective actions.
Supporting the Environmental and Quality Manager in the delivery of the departmental objectives promoting best practice, ensuring compliance to contracts and standards are met as well as maintaining and improving the company Quality Management System.
- What you'll be doing
- Peer review the work of the seniors advisors/advisors to ensure a consistent service is delivered to the projects
- Develop KPIs and Objectives for the individuals that align with the wider team and business objectives
- Review and report on area performance monthly
- Develop and conduct training for the team and wider business on Quality Topics as and when required
- Advise Management of trends / latest initiatives with regards industry best practice in terms of Quality
- Prepare Quality Dept information to meet monthly, annual and ad-hoc reporting requirements.
- Attend and manage the successful completion of internal, where required, and all external audits.
- Investigate and resolve Non Conformities, within your area.
- Create and coordinate dissemination of applicable quality Communications agreed with the wider business
- Work closely with all section heads/team leaders to ensure that the quality dept is providing the best service and value to the projects
- Work closely with other areas of SPEN to ensure quality matters are addressed
- Focus on efficiencies and minimizing variations on projects
- Ensure the project teams are trained in the true cost of poor quality
- Assess the resources in the team to ensure the correct level of support can be provided to projects
- What you'll bring
- Proven experience of completing similar roles on major energy projects preferably in the utility transmission sector
- Significant experience of environmental management systems, environmental auditing, dealing with the environmental regulators, ideally within a commercially focused utility, service or construction business
- Degree qualified or equivalent experience in an HSEQ or related discipline
- Pro-active and diligent approach
- In-depth knowledge of the current ISO 9001 Standard.
- Current valid driving licence.
- ISO 14001 lead auditor qualifications desirable
- In-depth knowledge of current and developing environmental legislation is essential
- Strong influencing and consulting/communication skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Innovative, creative thinking and problem solving - dealing with conflicting requirements
- Experience of collaboration with multiple parties
- What's in it for you
As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits.
With our pension scheme, we'll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.
At Scottish Power, we believe it's the little things we do in life that make a big difference.
From helping you look after your family's wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action - our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world - today and tomorrow.
That's why our benefits include
- 36 days annual leave
- Holiday Purchase - perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
- Share Schemes
- Payroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding
- Technology Vouchers - save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases
- Electric Vehicle Schemes - to help you transition to green/clean driving
- Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans
- Healthcare benefit options including: Dental Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan and annual Health Assessments
- Life Assurance (4x salary)
- Access to Savesmart financial
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Lead Quality Advisor employer: Iberdrola
ScottishPower is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises safety and employee well-being. With competitive salaries, generous benefits including 36 days of annual leave, flexible working patterns, and a commitment to professional growth, employees are empowered to thrive in their roles. The Glasgow, London, and Lowestoft locations provide unique opportunities to engage with cutting-edge projects in the offshore energy sector, making it a rewarding place for those passionate about electrical safety and compliance.
