Head of Infrastructure Quality

This Head of Infrastructure Quality role is focused on maintaining and continually improve ISO 9001:2015 compliant management systems. It would suit someone who can bring strong professional approach to the role.

What the work leans on

Engage with internal teams and delivery partners to meet customer and stakeholder needs. The UK, led by UKFE, aims for a prototype fusion plant, targeting first operations around 2040.

Where the technical work sits

• Maintaining and continually improve ISO 9001:2015 compliant management systems.
• Define supplier quality requirements and support procurement and tendering activities.
• Establish and report quality KPIs, monitoring performance and driving improvement.

Technical requirements

• Significant experience (typically 10+ years) leading quality assurance in major engineering or infrastructure environments.
• Deep knowledge and practical application of ISO 9001‑based quality management systems.
• Degree (or equivalent) in engineering or a science discipline, or Chartered Quality Professional.

What helps delivery stay steady

Strong professional approach.

Practical details

• Lead cultural change to build a proactive, learning‑led quality culture.
• Define and deliver quality training and awareness programmes.
• Grow quality maturity across UKFE and its infrastructure supply chain.
• Additional detail: Training or development support may be provided.

Requirements mentioned

• DBS check

Job details

• Benefits mentioned: Training