An exciting opportunity for an experienced Quality leader to shape and elevate a high‑performing function within a growing, technical manufacturing environment. This role will drive both systems and culture to support operational excellence and business growth.
Client Details
Our client is a well‑established, globally recognised engineering and manufacturing business operating within a technical, assembly‑led environment. From their flagship South Birmingham site, they supply complex and highly regulated markets, they are known for innovation, product quality, and a strong customer‑centric approach.
Description
Reporting into the Operations Director, the Head of Quality will lead a team of 7. The role will be instrumental in developing and embedding a modern, agile quality framework that aligns with a complex manufacturing environment.
- Leading and developing the Quality team, enhancing capability and performance
- Driving improvements across Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Control (QC) and Continuous Improvement (CI)
- Establishing robust yet flexible quality systems to support growth and operational efficiency
- Embedding a culture of quality excellence across the site
- Acting as a key interface with customers, ensuring high levels of confidence, communication and compliance
- Supporting operational and strategic initiatives to enable business expansion
- Ensuring adherence to relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements
This is a site‑based role in South Birmingham with travel required as part of the position.
Profile
The successful Head of Quality will bring a blend of technical expertise, leadership capability and a progressive mindset. You will be comfortable operating in a regulated, customer‑facing manufacturing environment and capable of driving meaningful change.
- Background within highly regulated manufacturing industries (e.g. construction, aerospace, oil & gas or similar complex supply chains)
- Proven leadership experience managing teams of 7 or more
- Strong technical foundation within engineering
- Demonstrated expertise across QA, QC and Continuous Improvement methodologies
- Confident engaging with customers and representing the business externally
- A growth mindset with the ability to challenge the status quo
- Willingness and ability to travel as required
Job Offer
The Head of Quality will receive £75,000 - £80,000 + benefits package.
