Job Description

About Environment & Safety

SOCOTEC’s Environment and Safety team provides expert environmental, health and safety consultancy and compliance services that help organisations manage risk, protect people and safeguard the environment. Our services include environmental monitoring and consultancy, water safety and hygiene solutions with Legionella risk assessments and water system management, fire safety consultancy and inspections, occupational hygiene assessments and workplace exposure monitoring, and specialist advisory support on regulatory and sustainability challenges. We use industry-leading tools and science-based approaches to deliver accurate data, practical guidance and innovative solutions that ensure compliance with UK legislation, minimise environmental impact and create healthier, safer workplaces for clients

What's in it for you?

Your expertise deserves recognition. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more), an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition programmes, family-friendly support, exclusive retail discounts, employee assistance programmes, and an enhanced company pension. SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.

Divisional Quality Manager - Environment & Safety

We are seeking to recruit a Divisional Quality Manager who will be responsible for developing, implementing, coordinating, and managing systems that provide effective reporting to the Divisional Management Team on key aspects of business performance, including:

• Quality Management (ISO 9001, UKAS, and MCERTS), ensuring full compliance with SOCOTEC UK policies and all relevant ISO standards.
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), ensuring the Division meets all applicable statutory requirements, regulatory obligations, and industry standards.

The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining and improving quality systems, driving compliance, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the Division.

As SOCOTEC grows, so do our teams. We’re looking for a dedicated Divisional Quality Manager to join our Environment & Safety division and wear the SOCOTEC badge with pride.

The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):

• Lead and maintain the Division's Quality Management Systems, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, UKAS, MCERTS, and SOCOTEC UK requirements.
• Drive quality assurance, continuous improvement, and operational excellence initiatives across the Division.
• Monitor compliance through audits, training, performance reporting, and management reviews.
• Manage quality documentation, reporting, and KPI monitoring to support business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with divisional and corporate stakeholders to promote best practice, customer focus, and a risk-based approach to quality management.
• Support the development and delivery of auditing frameworks, quality improvement projects, and lean methodologies.
• Champion a positive health, safety, and environmental culture, ensuring compliance with company and client standards.
• Foster collaboration and engagement across teams to support business performance and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

To be a successful Laboratory Manager, you should be able to demonstrate:

• Degree in a scientific discipline or equivalent industry experience (desirable).
• Minimum of 5 years' experience within a relevant industry.
• Previous experience in a quality-focused role, ideally within an ISO 17025 accredited environment.
• Knowledge of Lean and/or Six Sigma methodologies is advantageous; training can be provided.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organised, self-motivated, and able to work independently.

Additional Information

Why SOCOTEC?

Join a thriving community of over 2,000 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. At SOCOTEC UK, we're not just delivering services - we're shaping the future of testing, inspection, and certification across the nation.

What sets us apart? Our people. We've built our reputation on attracting exceptional talent like you and empowering them to deliver excellence at every turn. Our comprehensive range of TIC services means you'll have the opportunity to work on diverse, challenging projects that truly matter.

In this role, you won't just be another employee - you'll be a key player in our continued success story. Your expertise will directly contribute to our mission of building a safer, more sustainable world, while you grow your career alongside some of the industry's finest professionals.

Your Career, Your Way

Build a traditional career path or explore opportunities across multiple disciplines - all within SOCOTEC. Your choice, your direction.

Work Your Way

Local, national, or global projects. Office-based, remote, or hybrid. We offer the flexibility that empowers you to perform at your best.

Committed to Your Growth

From day one, you'll have access to comprehensive training, mentorship, and development programs. We support every step of your professional journey. #YouGrowWeGrow

Think you've got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.

Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.