Sampling Quality Manager At Last Mile Asset Management, part of the Last Mile Group, were proud to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions across the multi-utility sector. We are looking for experienced quality / sampling professional to join our growing team working as a Sampling Quality Manager across the UK on a remote position with expected travel throughout the UK to work on site and further potential travel to our UK Offices in Glasgow, Warrington, Stonehouse or London. This position works under our Last Mile Asset Management division and operates on behalf of Last Mile Water Ltd, a regulated water and wastewater company, and you will play a key role in supporting drinking water quality compliance and accreditation activities. As a Sampling Quality Manager at Last Mile Asset Management, youll have experience in ISO/IEC 17025, drinking water quality or laboratory quality systems, with further experience developing and managing quality frameworks, conducting audits, driving continuous improvement and working within a regulated environment. It is beneficial to have experience of UKAS accreditation, managing sampling or field-based teams, and knowledge of the Water Supply (Water Quality) Regulations and DWTS requirements. Whats in it for you as a Sampling Quality Manager? Here at Last Mile, we pride ourselves in providing a great range of benefits including a fantastic amount of annual leave: 25 days holiday, increasing after 2 years by 1 day each year up to 30 days, plus 9 public holidays Holiday buy scheme Discretionary bonus EV and ULEV salary sacrifice scheme (subject to minimum length of service) Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme Up to 7% employer pension contribution Life assurance (x4 annual basic salary) Refer a friend incentive Wagestream Employee assistance programme Car allowance Flexible start and finish times for eligible roles* Private medical insurance* Company sick pay* *Some of our benefits are only applicable when you have successfully completed your probation period* Your responsibilities as a Sampling Quality Manager: Build the Quality Management System (QMS) design, implement and manage a new sampling quality management system aligned with ISO/IEC 17025 and DWTS requirements. Regulatory & Stakeholder Liaison act as the primary point of contact for UKAS, the Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI) and other relevant stakeholders on sampling quality matters. Competency & Compliance Management establish training, competency assessment and proficiency testing programmes to ensure compliance with industry and regulatory standards. Develop an Internal Sampling Team support the recruitment, mobilisation and management of a dedicated Water Quality Sampling team. Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement lead audits, investigations, corrective actions and continual improvement initiatives to ensure the business remains audit-ready and compliant. Strategic Leadership create and embed a quality-focused culture that supports regulatory compliance, customer confidence and business growth. Experience / Knowledge: Significant experience within drinking water quality, laboratory quality systems, environmental monitoring or a related regulated industry. Strong understanding of Drinking Water Testing Specification (DWTS) requirements. Knowledge of Water Supply (Water Quality) Regulations and regulatory drinking water sampling requirements. Experience developing, implementing or managing accredited quality management systems. Strong organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills. Have you got the drive to go to the Last Mile as a Sampling Quality Manager? About us: Last Mile is one of the largest last-mile multi-utility businesses in the UK. We understand construction and we know utilities. We design, build, own, and manage the last mile of essential utilities infrastructure. With a proven history of delivering multi-utility connections across Great Britain, we provide a full suite of utility infrastructure, including clean heat networks, electricity, gas, water, wastewater and fibre. Through Last Mile and our asset adoption businessLast Mile Asset Management, we provide a one-stop shop for new utility connections. For further enquiries, visit our website at At Last Mile, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
Head of Quality Management in Newport employer: Last Mile Infrastructure Limited
Last Mile is an exceptional employer that prioritises innovation and service excellence, offering a supportive work culture where employees can thrive. As a Sales Coordinator, you'll benefit from generous annual leave, flexible working arrangements, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote your well-being and professional growth. Join us in Gloucestershire, London, or Warrington, and be part of a dynamic team that values your contributions and invests in your future.
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