Company Description
About Environment & Safety
SOCOTEC’s Environment and Safety team provides expert environmental, health and safety consultancy and compliance services that help organisations manage risk, protect people and safeguard the environment. Our services include environmental monitoring and consultancy, water safety and hygiene solutions with Legionella risk assessments and water system management, fire safety consultancy and inspections, occupational hygiene assessments and workplace exposure monitoring, and specialist advisory support on regulatory and sustainability challenges. We use industry-leading tools and science-based approaches to deliver accurate data, practical guidance and innovative solutions that ensure compliance with UK legislation, minimise environmental impact and create healthier, safer workplaces for clients
What's in it for you?
Your expertise deserves recognition. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more), an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition programmes, family-friendly support, exclusive retail discounts, employee assistance programmes, and an enhanced company pension. SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.
Job Description
Quality Manager - Environmental
We are recruiting for a Quality Manager – Environmental to support quality management and assurance across designated business areas. You will work closely with operational sites to maintain relevant accreditations, provide expert environmental and quality guidance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the business.
As SOCOTEC grows, so do our teams. We’re looking for a dedicated Quality Manager to join our Environment & Safety division and wear the SOCOTEC badge with pride.
The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):
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Ensuring that the Management Systems to support ISO 17025:2017 and ISO 9001:2015 is established, implemented, and maintained within your allocated business area
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Audit scheduling, planning. Undertaking management system audits, technical audits & assessments
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Primary liaison with UKAS, coordinating communications and supporting accreditation activities.
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Management of quality control, anomalies and complaints, helping to ensure all non-conformances raised are resolved in a timely manner, in conjunction with appropriate Business Unit representatives.
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Organised and facilitated Management Review Meetings (MRM), including preparation of reports, action tracking, and follow-up activities.
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Lead and participate in monthly Quality Assurance (QA) meetings, providing updates on compliance, quality performance, and continuous improvement actions.
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Manage document control processes, ensuring quality documentation, procedures, and records were accurately maintained and up to date.
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Conducted vertical audits to assess compliance, process effectiveness, and adherence to company and regulatory requirements.
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Maintain and review vertical audit records, ensuring QA findings are appropriately closed out and corrective actions completed.
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Manage complaints and issues logs, overseeing QA review processes and ensuring timely investigation, resolution, and close-out of actions.
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Deliver QA systems training to employees, supporting understanding of quality processes, compliance requirements, and best practices.
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Coordinate and analyse customer feedback surveys to identify trends and support continuous improvement initiatives.
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Support impartiality reviews and surveys to ensure compliance with accreditation and governance requirements.
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Review validations and QC charts to monitor quality performance, identify trends, and ensure compliance with operational standards
Qualifications
To be a successful Quality Manager, you should be able to demonstrate:
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Internal auditor qualification to ISO17025
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Degree in a Science based subject
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Audit experience / training
Additional Information
Why SOCOTEC?
Join a thriving community of over 2,000 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. At SOCOTEC UK, we're not just delivering services - we're shaping the future of testing, inspection, and certification across the nation.
What sets us apart? Our people. We've built our reputation on attracting exceptional talent like you and empowering them to deliver excellence at every turn. Our comprehensive range of TIC services means you'll have the opportunity to work on diverse, challenging projects that truly matter.
In this role, you won't just be another employee - you'll be a key player in our continued success story. Your expertise will directly contribute to our mission of building a safer, more sustainable world, while you grow your career alongside some of the industry's finest professionals.
Your Career, Your Way
Build a traditional career path or explore opportunities across multiple disciplines - all within SOCOTEC. Your choice, your direction.
Work Your Way
Local, national, or global projects. Office-based, remote, or hybrid. We offer the flexibility that empowers you to perform at your best.
Committed to Your Growth
From day one, you'll have access to comprehensive training, mentorship, and development programs. We support every step of your professional journey. #YouGrowWeGrow
Think you've got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.
Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.
