VolkerRail is an established and experienced railway infrastructure contractor. We have a successful track record of delivering projects across the whole of the UK; working with Network Rail, London Underground as well as light rail and tram operating companies to enhance the national infrastructure.
As one of the UKs oldest railway contractors, with a history dating back over 80 years, we are passionate about the preservation and development of the railways. Our years of experience and continued company growth have earned us a reputation within the industry for high performance and innovation, and as a company focussed on timely and efficient delivery.
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Quality Engineer to join our Quality Team providing support to our power team throughout the UK.
An opportunity has arisen for a Quality Engineer to join Volker Rail Specialist Businesses, supporting our Signalling and Telecoms team working on jobs across the whole of the UK.
The key duties include:
· Be the point of contact for all quality issues, giving appropriate guidance and instruction, but also promoting understanding that quality is a core part of everyone’s role. · Analyse trends in non-conformance, design/installation & test log data to identify areas for improvement. · Work collaboratively with the wider business to identify the root cause of issues and ensure effective and sustainable resolutions are implemented. · Identify, track and analyse the costs associated with poor quality and implement appropriate action plans to address and mitigate these costs. · Produce project quality documentation such as Contract Quality Plans, quality risk assessments, quality reports and monthly presentations. · Work closely with the Engineering team to ensure ongoing revision and review of project ITPs, maintain a register to track the necessary approvals and work inspection sheets, and monitor compliance with ITP requirements. · Lead and undertake audits and inspections based on ISO 9001:2015 and internal requirements.
· Work with sub-contractors and suppliers to reinforce quality requirements and upskill where necessary. · Ensure compliance with VRSB and Network Rail standards, identify issues, recommend solutions and improvements, and update the Integrated management System (IMS) accordingly. · Be the quality team representative for multiple locations across the country, mainly in the North West and Central area. · Engage with site teams to promote a positive collaborative working culture. |
About you
You will be self-motivated with a pro-active approach and have experience of working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines. Problem solving, communication and good interpersonal skills are a key requirement for this role.
The role will involve up to 50% travel UK-wide, for audits, inspections and meetings. The ideal base for this role would be Manchester/North West or Doncaster.
Regular instances of working unsociable hours are required (this will include nights, weekends etc)
The candidate will also ideally have the following experience/skill set:
- Hold a BTEC/HNC or equivalent in engineering. Experience relating to Signalling or Telecoms would be particularly beneficial.
- Experience in a Quality Engineering role ideally in the rail/construction industry, but other backgrounds will be considered.
- Qualified Internal auditor for ISO9001.
- Hands-on experience with an Integrated Management System (IMS).
- Good understanding of Engineering documentation.
- Experience of root cause analysis techniques such as 8D, Ishikawa, 5Whys.
- Proficient in MS office applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
- Excellent data analysis skills.
- Good communication and organisational skills.
Additional information
Doncaster but flexibility to provide support to sites throughout the UK.
