Quality Lead

Quality Lead

Full-Time 40000 - 50000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
JES Group Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a team ensuring top-notch quality control in welding and fabrication.
  • Company: Join JES Group, a leader in mechanical engineering with 35 years of experience.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time hours, and a supportive work environment.
  • Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth in a strong safety culture.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in quality assurance while mentoring a dedicated team.
  • Qualifications: CSWIP 3.2 Senior Welding Inspector or higher and 5+ years in QA/QC.

The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.

Contract Type: Permanent (3-month probationary period)

Hours: Full-time, 38 hours per week. Occasional weekend work may be required

Location: Riverside Road, The Docks, Port Talbot, SA13 1RH

Salary: Competitive – dependent on experience

About JES Group

JES has over 35 years’ experience within the mechanical engineering industry, servicing clients throughout the UK. Relationship building is key to our business, as evidenced by our strong client retention and the professionalism of our management staff and workforce alike. We maintain an impeccable record of working within a strong safety culture.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Quality Lead to join our team at our Port Talbot facility. Reporting to senior management, you will oversee a team of welding and quality inspectors, ensuring all aspects of quality control and assurance in welding and fabrication are fully satisfied.

Key Responsibilities

  • Working as part of the wider management and supervision team
  • Understanding and following inspection and test plans
  • Maintaining traceability throughout all projects
  • Managing and overseeing NDT operations
  • Liaising directly with client quality teams
  • Preparation and management of quality documentation
  • Mentoring and directing a team of welding and quality inspectors

Qualifications

  • CSWIP 3.2 Senior Welding Inspector or higher
  • IOSH Managing Safely or SMSTS

Experience & Skills

  • 5+ years of experience in a QA/QC role within the engineering or construction industry
  • Proven ability to develop and follow inspection and test plans
  • Experience working with ISO 9001 quality management systems
  • Previous experience in a team-leading or supervisory capacity
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise across client and internal teams

Quality Lead employer: JES Group Ltd

At JES Group, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment that prioritises safety and professional growth. As a Quality Lead at our Port Talbot facility, you will benefit from competitive remuneration, opportunities for mentorship, and the chance to work with a dedicated team committed to excellence in mechanical engineering. Join us to be part of a company that values strong relationships and invests in the development of its employees.

JES Group Ltd

Contact Details:

JES Group Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Quality Lead

Quality Control
Quality Assurance
Welding Inspection
NDT Operations Management
Inspection and Test Plans
ISO 9001
Team Leadership