About us
Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.
Barrnon is a bespoke, fast-growing R&D engineering company based in Appleby. We are a SME and focus on nuclear decommissioning. We have clients in the UK and overseas. We primarily manufacture one-offs. But were heavily involved in anticipating the future, using scanners, AI, VR, and robotics. Our goal is to solve complex environmental problems. We have a team strong on ideas and capability.
Role Overview
We are seeking an ambitious and technically mindedQuality Managerto take ownership of Quality Assurance across a rapidly growing engineering organisation working on innovative projects within thenuclear and highly regulated engineering sector.
This role would ideally suit ahands-on Quality Engineerwho is ready to progress into management, influence the development of quality systems, and leave their mark by shaping a high-performance quality culture.
As part of our close-knit operations team, you will lead and develop our Quality Management System, support engineering & manufacturing teams, and play a pivotal role in ensuring compliance across projects and supplier partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
You will take accountability for Quality Assurance across the business, including:
- Managing and developing company QMS in line with ISO standards includingISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 & EN1090
- Communicating and interpreting industry quality compliance requirements
- Conducting internal audits and supporting external audit activity
- Maintaining Integrated Management System documentation and technical records
- Supporting manufacturing quality through inspections, NCR management, and process checks
- Producing QA input for bids, tenders, and project-specific quality plans
- Leading continuous improvement and promoting a strong Quality culture across the workforce
This is ahands-onrole youll be visible on the shop floor, speaking with engineers, supporting problem-solving, and ensuring we operate to the highest compliance standards. xwzovoh
You will thrive here if you are driven, proactive and excited by the opportunity to take ownership of a Quality function.
Qualifications & Experience
- 3+ years in a Quality role (engineer, inspector, or QA coordinator) within engineering or manufacturing
- Strong working knowledge ofISO 9001(ISO 14001/45001 advantageous)
- Confident communicator with strong problem-solving and documentation skills
- Able to work autonomously and drive Quality improvements with initiative and ownership
Desirable (Not Essential We Can Train & Develop You)
- Exposure to EN1090 and/or regulated sectors such as nuclear or defence
- Internal/lead auditor training
- Engineering or science-based qualification e.g HND, BEng
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