Tetra Tech Europe
Quality Manager – Asbestos (6 month fixed term contract)
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Quality Manager – Asbestos (6 month fixed term contract)
Quality Manager – 6 Month Fixed Term Contract
Shape Quality. Define Compliance. Lead Technical Excellence.
Step into a pivotal role where quality, governance, and technical assurance converge within a UKAS-accredited environment. As the Quality Manager on an innovative project, you will spearhead quality standards across a regulated technical sector, embedding compliance while collaborating with stakeholders and regulators.
Purpose & Scope of the Role
The Quality Manager is responsible for maintaining, overseeing, and enhancing the Quality Management System (QMS) within UKAS accreditation requirements, HSE guidance, and relevant ISO/IEC standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure full compliance with ISO/IEC 17020 (conformity assessment – general requirements for bodies operating examination programmes) and ISO/IEC 17025 (general requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories) across surveying, air monitoring, and laboratory analysis.
- Provide strategic oversight of competence, authorisation, and procedural adherence, managing audit projects and liaising with:
- UKAS Assessment Managers
- HSE inspectors (where required)
- Reinforce compliance credibility in client submissions and tenders, directly impacting business development.
- Establish consistency, integrity, and quality standards across all service delivery domains by partnering with surveyors, analysts, technical specialists, and senior leadership.
Your Impact
In the early stages, you will:
- Strengthen QMS control and visibility, minimising risk and ensuring audit readiness.
- Streamline compliance alignment, maintaining alignment with accreditation standards.
As the role progresses, you will:
- Drive continuous improvement across quality processes, operational efficiency, and technical performance.
- Shape quality strategy and industry-leading compliance standards, positioning the organisation as a leader in regulatory governance.
- Work closely with external regulators and internal stakeholders to further enhance operational excellence.
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Core Capabilities
1. Quality & Compliance Management
- Deep experience in managing Quality Management Systems aligned with ISO/IEC 17020 and ISO/IEC 17025.
- Proficiency in navigating regulatory frameworks such as:
- Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- HSG264 (Managing and controlling the risks from asbestos)
- Strong governance, risk assessment, document control, and compliance balancing skills to ensure practical quality assurance.
2. UKAS & HSE Audit Management
- Proven expertise in leading UKAS audits—from preparation to successful culmination.
- Act as the primary liaison with regulatory bodies, managing audit findings and corrective actions via structured root-cause analysis.
- Maintain strong external stakeholder relationships while ensuring consistent audit readiness.
3. Internal Auditing & Quality Control
- Design and execute comprehensive internal audits covering:
- Field operations
- Laboratory processes
- Technical competence
- Conduct site-based witnessed audits and desktop reviews, identifying trends, risks, opportunities, and improvement areas.
- Present findings clearly to senior leadership to drive informed decision-making.
4. Proficiency Testing & Technical Assurance
- Oversee technical assurance processes, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and high standards.
- Lead profficiency testing schemes, review performance data, and implement continuous improvements.
- Align with accreditation scope for:
- Method validation
- Equipment calibration
- Measurement uncertainty
5. Training, Competence & Improvement
- Embed a culture of accountability, quality, and continuous professional development.
- Ensure training and CPD compliance while fostering mentorship and structured capability growth.
- Stay proactive on regulatory changes, embedding updates into systems and processes.
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Essential Requirements
- Proven experience in a UKAS-accredited asbestos consultancy or similar technical environment.
- Complete knowledge of:
- ISO/IEC 17020
- ISO/IEC 17025
- BOHS certifications (minimum P402, P403, P404; knowledge of P405 advantageous).
- Internal or Lead Auditor training will be a significant advantage.
Desirable Attributes
- ISO 9001 Lead Auditor qualification (not compulsory but helpful).
- Strong professional development record in quality management and compliance.
- Experience in risk-based quality systems and international compliance standards.
Working Environment
- Flexible, balanced workflow: Mix of:
- Office-based collaboration (audit preparations, governance, team meetings)
- Remote working (autonomous compliance management)
- Site visits(planned audits & inspections)
- External meetings (with UKAS / HSE, if required)
- Hybrid and structured guidelines support flexibility without compromising engagement with teams or stakeholders.
About Tetra Tech
We are a leading provider of consulting, engineering, and sustainability solutions, working globally to support complex projects in public, private, and international sectors. Our 6,400+ employees in the UK, Ireland, & Netherlands are committed to Leading with Science® – delivering sustainable, resilient solutions through innovation.
We are committed to building an inclusive culture and, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, we offer reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees. This includes:
- Adaptations to work schedules, training, or workspace.
- Clarification of your needs will be accommodated throughout recruitment and employment.
Why Join Tetra Tech?
They lead with science and expertise to:
- Transform challenges into innovative solutions.
- Cultivate a collaborative, dynamic, and supportive environment for talent development.
- Shape tomorrow’s most sustainable economic and environmental decisions.
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