Scientific Services Quality Manager
Scientific Services Quality Manager
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11-04-2025
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AtSouth West Waterwe believe that the strongest businesses are built on solid stable foundations with a vision and a culture that gives them the freedom to change improve and innovate.
Were proud to be responsible for providing reliable efficient and highquality drinking water and wastewater services for the beautiful South West area.
And we have huge ambitions.
Not only are we committed to reaching netzero by 2030 but weve also partnered with Wildlife Trusts National Parks and local partners to help ensure a better future for generations to come.
So if you want to be part of a diverse team where opportunities flow and fresh ideas are welcomed #JustAddWater.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Scientific Services Quality Manager to come join our Water Quality team here at Bristol Water/South West Water. Read on to find out more or apply here
What will you be doing
As the Scientific Services Quality Manager you will ensure that all services and processes meet the highest standards of quality compliance and regulatory requirements with a focus on continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
The Scientific Services Quality Manager will report into the Scientific Services Manager and will have line Management responsibility for Quality Control Analysts/Officers.
Salary: Up to Circa 43300 depending on skills and experience
Day to day youll be...
- Maintaining the quality management system (QMS) by upholding UKAS accreditation against the ISO17025 in accordance with the Drinking Water within Scientific Services to comply with the Water Quality Regulations and associated guidance documentation.
- Implementing enhancements to the QMS in response to relevant changes in the standards and Regulations or to realise efficiency savings and changing business objectives.
- Ensuring the requirements of the QMS are met by other departments in the company where relevant.
- Responsible for document control equipment databases calibration schedules and method validation to ensure on going compliance.
- Maintaining the internal audit program to ensure compliance with all appropriate policies procedures and legislation.
- Undertaking external audits of critical suppliers (analytical services provider) to ensure compliance with contractual agreements.
- Investigating complaints / nonconforming work to determine root cause reporting findings and implementation of corrective actions or improvements as necessary.
- Participation in management review meetings presenting KPI and progress reports.
- Collaborating with colleagues at various levels across the group.
What we are looking for:
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Qualification in Internal/External Auditing against ISO17025 or equivalent
- Degree or equivalent in Science
- Chartered status in Quality Management or equivalent
- Excellent computer literacy with MS Office particularly Excel and its statistical application
- Experience of implementing and managing a quality management system ideally in a regulated industry
- Experience of change management for new or enhanced processes
- Working knowledge of the Water Supply (Water Quality) Regulations and good working knowledge of UKAS Accreditation ISO 17025 DWTS
- Ability to propose ideas influence change communicate and negotiate actions confidently in a verbal and written format
- Ability to organise and plan efficiently on a daily and weekly basis to meet deadlines and schedules
- Able to create follow and encourage others to adhere to strict procedures methodically and consistently
- Accurately record statistically analyse and interpret data
- Able to work as part of a team or alone with no supervision
- Excellent people management skills: office based and remote staff
- Demonstrable effective written and verbal communication skills at all levels
- Personal effectiveness
Whats in it for you:
- 10 bonus opportunity
- 27 days holiday plus bank holidays (you can also buy/ sell up to 5 days)
- Pension: We put in 10 if you put in 6
- Flexible supportive friendly working environment
- Access to flexible benefits and discounts via our portal
- Opportunity for some home working if agreed by manager
- Free onsite parking when youre in the office
As well as a working in a great supportive team the role also offers:
Closing Date: 15th April 2025
If you are looking for a new challenge please click now to be considered as our Scientific Services Quality Manager we look forward to receiving your application.
Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.
Be yourself we like it that way. Together we will build a culture of belonging where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care we value everyone we celebrate uniqueness.
Our core values which are essential to our success are:
Be Rock Solid Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on.
Be You We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.
Be the Future Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
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