Quality Manager - ISO9001

ISO 9001 Quality Governance Manager

Kidderminster (On-site / Hybrid)
£500-£700 per day
Contract

We are seeking an experienced ISO 9001 Quality Governance Manager to support an engineering-led organisation based in Kidderminster. This role will suit a hands-on quality professional with strong governance experience in technical and delivery-focused environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and manage the organisation's ISO 9001-aligned Quality Management System (QMS)

• Lead certification, surveillance, and recertification audits, acting as the primary interface with external auditors

• Maintain and continuously improve quality governance, policies, procedures, and control frameworks

• Embed quality management principles into engineering delivery, projects, and operational processes

• Manage non-conformances, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and continuous improvement initiatives

• Support supplier and supply-chain quality assurance activities

• Engage with senior stakeholders, engineering teams, and operations to drive a strong quality culture

Key Experience Required

• Proven experience in an ISO 9001 Quality / QMS Manager or governance role

• Strong background operating within engineering, manufacturing, or technical environments

• Hands-on experience leading internal and external ISO audits

• Practical approach to quality risk, process improvement, and compliance

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Desirable

• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification

• Experience working within regulated or safety-critical engineering environments

• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)

This is a high-impact contract opportunity offering a day rate of £500-£700, depending on experience.