Job Description - QA/QC Manager

Overview

We are seeking a suitably qualified QA/QC Manager to lead and oversee all aspects of quality assurance and quality control across structural steel fabrication and construction operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining third-party accreditations and ensuring compliance with applicable industry standards, codes, and project specifications.

Key Responsibilities

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Maintain, develop, and continually improve the ISO 9001 Quality Management System.

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Oversee quality control activities for structural steel fabrication operations.

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Ensure compliance with EN 1090 requirements up to Execution Class 3 (EXC3), including Factory Production Control (FPC) and welding quality management.

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Act as Responsible Welding Coordinator (RWC), ensuring compliance with ISO 3834-2 requirements.

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Maintain Welding Procedure Qualification Records (WPQRs) and Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) databases.

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Manage welder qualification testing and maintain welder approval records in accordance with EN ISO 9606 standards.

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Coordinate and oversee Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) activities and ensure full traceability of inspection results.

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Liaise with clients and notified bodies during audits and quality reviews.

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Prepare and manage Lifetime Quality Records (LTQRs), project quality documentation, and site quality packs.

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Issue, monitor, and close out Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), both internal and external, and coordinate client inspection notifications.

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Conduct internal audits and assess subcontractor fabrication facilities to ensure compliance with EN 1090 and ISO 9001 standards.

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Provide technical guidance to site teams on welding, inspection, and quality matters, including Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).

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Ensure all structural steelwork activities meet applicable standards and project specifications up to EXC3.

Candidate Requirements

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Minimum 6 years' experience within the structural steelwork industry.

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Strong background in welding and fabrication, including inspection processes and LTQR documentation.

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CSWIP 3.1 or 3.2 Welding Inspector certification.

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Proven experience acting as Responsible Welding Coordinator in accordance with ISO 3834-2 and EN 1090.

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Solid understanding of NDT methods and welding codes/standards.

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Experience conducting internal ISO 9001 and EN 1090 audits.

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Ability to effectively liaise with clients, subcontractors, certification bodies, and project teams.

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Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and clear communication abilities