- Lead Quality across an international engineering business delivering complex projects
- Drive QA/QC excellence across manufacturing, suppliers and project execution
- Join a growing global organisation where quality is central to everything we do
At Jord, we design, manufacture, commission and service bespoke process plant and engineered systems for the energy and resources industries. For over 50 years, we have built a reputation for delivering innovative, high quality solutions to customers around the world.
We're looking for an experienced QA/QC Manager to lead our Quality function. Reporting to the Head of Quality, you'll play a critical leadership role in maintaining and continuously improving Jord's Quality Management System while ensuring compliance across projects, manufacturing facilities and our global supplier network.
The Opportunity
This is far more than a traditional quality role.
You'll influence quality outcomes across the entire project lifecycle from tender and procurement through manufacturing, inspection and final delivery. You'll work closely with Project Managers, Engineering, Procurement and Suppliers to ensure every project meets Jord's uncompromising standards.
If you're passionate about quality, enjoy leading teams and want to work on technically challenging engineered equipment for global customers, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor and develop the QA/QC team across multiple projects
- Manage Jord's Integrated Management System (IMS), ISO certifications and EHS compliance
- Lead internal, supplier and customer quality audits
- Oversee inspection planning, ITPs, MPS documentation and quality procedures
- Review technical documentation to ensure compliance with client specifications, international codes and project requirements
- Drive supplier quality management, inspections and manufacturing surveillance
- Lead investigations into non-conformances, corrective actions, root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
- Partner with Project Managers and Engineering teams to ensure quality is embedded throughout project delivery
- Promote a strong culture of quality, safety and continuous improvement across the business.
About You
You'll be a collaborative leader who enjoys solving technical challenges and developing high performing teams.
You'll also bring:
- Degree qualifications in Mechanical Engineering
- Minimum 15 years' experience in QA/QC within pressure vessel or heavy manufacturing environments
- Strong knowledge of ASME Section VIII, IX and V, with experience in API 661, ACHE and/or ACC highly regarded
- Extensive knowledge of fabrication, welding, machining, NDE, heat treatment and coating processes
- Experience leading ISO management systems, audits and quality assurance programs
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- A continuous improvement mindset with the ability to influence quality outcomes across a global organisation.
Why Join Jord?
At Jord, our people are trusted to lead, empowered to make decisions and supported to succeed.
When you join us, you'll enjoy:
- Working on complex, international engineering projects
- Exposure to leading global clients across the energy and resources sectors
- A collaborative culture that values innovation and continuous improvement
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
- Being part of a stable, privately owned international business with over 50 years of engineering excellence
Our people are at the centre of our success. We invest in capability, encourage leadership and create an environment where talented professionals can build long-term careers.
Ready to lead quality on projects that matter?
Apply now with your CV and join a business where quality isn't just a function it's fundamental to everything we deliver.
Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.