Interim QC Lead

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Interim Quality Lead to join our team and provide leadership during a critical period of business activity and project delivery. Reporting to senior management, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of quality, compliance, and continuous improvement across our fabrication and welding operations.

This is a hands‑on leadership role requiring a strong technical background in fabrication, welding, and quality management. You will work closely with operational teams, engineering, project managers, clients, and suppliers to ensure that quality standards are maintained and continuously enhanced while supporting business objectives.

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance processes across fabrication and welding operations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, codes, and regulations, including ISO 9001, DNV, EN standards, and client‑specific requirements.
• Lead quality audits, inspections, and assessments to identify risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain accurate quality documentation, certifications, procedures, and records.
• Ensure all products and services meet internal quality expectations and customer requirements.

• Provide leadership and guidance to quality inspectors, technicians, and operational teams.
• Act as the key point of contact for all quality‑related matters across fabrication and welding activities.
• Support the development of quality capability throughout the business through coaching and mentoring.
• Drive a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Identify opportunities to improve fabrication and welding processes, quality performance, and operational efficiency.
• Analyse quality trends, non‑conformances, and customer feedback to implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Work collaboratively with engineering, production, and project teams to implement best practices.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and support business‑wide operational excellence programmes.

• Support the ongoing development and competency of welding and fabrication personnel.
• Ensure welding qualifications and certifications remain compliant with applicable standards.
• Provide technical guidance on welding procedures, materials, fabrication techniques, and defect resolution.
• Promote awareness of quality standards and best practice throughout the organisation.

• Ensure all quality‑related activities are conducted in accordance with Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements.
• Support risk assessments, investigations, and corrective actions where required.
• Promote safe working practices within fabrication and welding operations.

• Build effective relationships with clients, suppliers, certification bodies, and internal stakeholders.
• Support customer audits and quality‑related reviews.
• Prepare and present quality reports, KPIs, and improvement plans to senior leadership.
• Ensure customer expectations are met through robust quality management and compliance processes.

• Significant experience within fabrication, welding, and manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience leading quality assurance activities within complex fabrication projects.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes, including SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, FCAW, and associated fabrication techniques.
• Experience with quality management systems and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of non‑destructive testing (NDT) methods, including radiographic, ultrasonic, and dye penetrant testing.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent communication…