QA Manager - Americas

OUR MISSION

OPITO is committed to strategic growth and diversification
, aiming to increase global adoption of its products and services to ensure continued provision of expertise and solutions to elevate safety, skills and competence across a global workforce in safety critical industries. Through technology and innovation
, the organisation will develop pioneering solutions that leverage cutting-edge advancements. A focus on data-driven intelligence will enable OPITO to harness insights into global workforce and safety trends, ensuring informed decision-making. In alignment with social value principles and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, OPITO will enhance educational opportunities, promote inclusive career pathways, support economic growth, and drive industry innovation and infrastructure.

Lastly, through business effectiveness
, OPITO will implement targeted and measurable continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring operational excellence across all aspects of its operations.

Operating for over 50 years, OPITO is an industry-owned organisation, with regional centres of excellence in five key regions – UK and Europe, Middle East and Africa, Asia Pacific, the Americas and Brazil – OPITO drives safety and competency improvements across a diverse range of industries

We drive consistency and safety compliance across global standards and qualifications, creating workforce development solutions. OPITO is a global leader in workforce safety, leading the skills focused dialogue with international governments as our industry prepares to meet Net Zero targets.

Each year, more than 500,000 people are trained to OPITO standards through one of over 240 OPITO approved centres operating across 50 countries globally.

At OPITO, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, dynamic, and engaging workplace where individuals can bring their authentic selves to work. We value diversity, collaboration, and a spirited approach to our mission, believing that a strong team is built on mutual respect, passion, and a shared commitment to excellence.

Guided by our core values, we are steadfast in our commitment to:

• Integrity – Acting with honesty and responsibility in all that we do.

• Collaboration – Working together to achieve common goals and drive success.

• Adaptability – Embracing change to stay ahead in a dynamic environment.

• Care – Prioritising the well‑being and growth of our team, partners, and industry.

At OPITO, we don’t just talk about our values—we live by them, creating a workplace where passion, resilience, and a positive mindset thrive.

To manage all aspects of regional team responsible for the approval processes for OPITO Competence Management System Approval and OPITO Approved Centres in line with the ISO 9001 QMS while ensuring the delivery of the regional business plan.

To lead and manage OPITO's Quality Assurance function across the Americas, ensuring the integrity, consistency and effectiveness of the approval and audit processes for training centres and competence management system organisations. The role is responsible for developing a high‑performing regional QA team, maintaining compliance with OPITO and ISO 9001 requirements, and working closely with industry stakeholders to drive safety, competence and workforce standards across the energy sector.

Your responsibilities may include but not limited to:

• Contributes to the development and maintenance of the industry Standards and other Approval criteria e.g. CMS and OPITO Approval criteria

• Manages and monitors the integrity and effectiveness of the staff development programs when building Specialist competence

• Manages and monitors the integrity of the OPITO Approval process to ensure it…