Quality & Continuous Improvement Lead in Leeds

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

Step into a leadership role where you can drive quality, compliance, and continuous improvement at Sulzer’s Leeds Service Centre — a key facility specialising in the repair, overhaul, and maintenance of rotating equipment for customers across power generation, oil & gas, water, and other heavy industries. Known for its technical capability and fast‑turnaround support, the centre plays a vital role in helping customers minimise downtime and maximise performance. In this position, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by strengthening quality standards, shaping improvement initiatives, and supporting a high‑performing, customer‑focused operation.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve quality issues using structured root‑cause analysis, ensuring robust corrective and preventive actions.
• Lead and champion continuous improvement initiatives using LEAN methodology, working closely with the local management team.
• Oversee the internal audit programme and support successful outcomes in customer and third‑party audits.
• Monitor supplier performance and collaborate with procurement to enhance quality, conformance, and reliability.

To Succeed In This Role, You Will Need

• A recognised qualification in mechanical engineering or significant experience in a relevant service or repair environment.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 and experience maintaining or managing quality management systems.
• Proven success in leading LEAN or continuous improvement projects, with strong structured problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and influencing skills.
• An understanding of repair processes, rotating equipment, and supplier quality standards.

What we offer you

We’ve recently invested significantly in modernising our Leeds Service Centre — creating a brighter, more efficient, and more advanced workspace designed to support high‑quality work and a great employee experience.

Core Benefits

• Competitive salary & annual bonus scheme.
• 33 days’ holiday.
• Defined pension contribution.
• Employee Assistance Programmes.
• Discounts on shopping, entertainment & lifestyle.
• Costco membership option.
• Discounted personal car leasing for you, family & friends.
• Long Service Awards.
• Ongoing learning through Sulzer Learning Pathways.

Onsite Perks

• Free, secure parking with EV charging.
• Multi-faith prayer room.
• Newly modernised work areas.

Community & Wellbeing

• Lively Sports & Social Club with events & prize draws.
• 24/7 onsite gym.
• Subsidised vending machines.
• Subsidised Canteen offering hot and cold food.

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.