Quality Advisor in Alness

Company Overview

United Infrastructure is a dynamic and rapidly expanding business focused on delivering critical infrastructure projects across the utility and social infrastructure sectors. Our team of highly skilled specialists deliver innovative solutions to the complex challenges our clients face.

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are committed to making every interaction a positive and inclusive experience. If there is anything we can do to support you, remove barriers, or make the process more accessible, please let us know – we want this to be the best possible experience for you.

Introduction

As the UK transitions towards a low‑carbon energy system under the Government’s Clean Power 2030 Action Plan, resilient and flexible electricity infrastructure is critical. United Infrastructure supports this transition by delivering fully integrated power infrastructure solutions across transmission and distribution networks. As an Independent Connection Provider (ICP), we deliver end‑to‑end design, construction, and maintenance of electrical networks up to 400kV.

Responsibilities

• Quality Management & Assurance
• Support the implementation and maintenance of the Project Quality Plan (PQP).
• Ensure compliance with ISO Standards and relevant client‑specific quality requirements.
• Assist in developing, reviewing, and controlling quality procedures, inspection and test plans (ITPs), and method statements.
• Promote consistent application of quality controls across transmission and distribution activities.
• Site Quality Assurance
• Conduct site inspections and surveillance to verify work conforms to approved drawings, specifications, and standards.
• Monitor works across disciplines such as civil, overhead lines and commissioning.
• Identify non‑conformities and support the raising, investigation, tracking, and close‑out of NCRs.
• Verify corrective and preventive actions are implemented effectively.
• Auditing & Compliance
• Assist with internal and external audits, including client and supply chain audits.
• Prepare audit documentation, findings, and corrective action plans.
• Support compliance with regulatory bodies and industry frameworks (e.g., National Grid, DNOs, ENA standards).
• Document Control & Records
• Ensure quality records are produced, reviewed, and maintained in accordance with project requirements.
• Support the management of handover documentation, including Quality Files and Lifetime Records.
• Ensure accurate version control of quality documents and drawings.
• Stakeholder & Supply Chain
• Liaise with construction teams, engineers, and subcontractors to embed quality requirements.
• Provide guidance to site teams on quality processes and best practice.
• Support supplier and subcontractor quality performance monitoring.
• Continuous Improvement
• Capture lessons learned, quality observations, and improvement opportunities.
• Contribute to quality performance reporting and KPIs.
• Promote a “right first time” and defect prevention culture.
• Health, Safety, Environment & Sustainability
• Actively support and promote a positive HSE and sustainability culture.
• Ensure quality activities align with safety, environmental, and ethical standards.
• Escalate any quality‑related risks that could impact safety, programme, cost, or compliance.

Skills & Competencies

• Essential
• Experience working in a quality role within construction or utilities/infrastructure.
• Knowledge of ISO Standards Management Systems.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and technical standards.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Good organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Desirable
• Understanding of transmission and distribution construction works.
• Experience on HV/EHV transmission or DNO projects.
• Familiarity with client standards (e.g., National Grid, SSEN, UK Power Networks).
• Internal Auditor qualification (ISO Standards).
• Experience with digital quality systems and electronic handover documentation.

Qualifications

• Relevant construction, engineering, or quality‑related qualification (HNC, HND, Degree desirable or working towards).
• Auditor or quality‑specific certifications desirable.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive and solution‑focused.
• Able to challenge constructively and influence site teams.
• Works well independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Committed to continuous improvement and professional development.

Benefits

• Competitive Annual Salary (£51,750 – £63,250) with regular reviews.
• Option of company Car or Car Allowance (£3,750/year taxable).
• 34 days annual leave (including 8 public holidays).
• Death in Service: 4× Annual salary.
• Contributory Pension Scheme: Basic level 3% employee / 6% employer contributions.
• Optional benefits package including private medical cover, gym, cycle‑to‑work, holiday purchase and discounts.
• Accommodation support, allowance and meal allowance for remote workers.
• Commitment to continued professional development with tailored plans.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

United Infrastructure is an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across its business.