Quality Manager

If you’d like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given.

Quality Manager

Closing Date: 11th May 2026

Location: RG7 4PR , located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking .

Hybrid working is available for this role on an informal, non-contractual basis. Typically 2-3 days onsite per week (average).

Package: £45,760 - £72,340 per annum ( depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience)

A relocation package may be available (terms and conditions apply).

Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.

Ready to play your part?

At AWE, it’s not just a job, it’s far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part?

AWE is currently recruiting for a Quality Manager to join our SHEQ function.

Job Purpose:

The main purpose of the role is to Lead the delivery of Quality within the areas they represent. Lead the Quality team in support of development of staff, the expansion of Quality data and improvements in overall Quality performance. Aim to expand the scope, deployment and diversity of the Quality team they represent.

Key Accountabilities:

• Planning and managing of Quality resource, within the area they represent and working within an agreed framework.

• Provide specialist expertise in the application and deployment of Quality tools and metrics within their represented area.

• Advises on the application of the Quality Management System and its application within the workplace.

• Provision of technical review and guidance on training and development requirements of the team.

• All - maintain and promote high personal standards in environment, safety, health, security and quality and be a great team player.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading subject matter expertise in the fields pertinent to their role within Quality.

• Lead and develop a technical multi-functional team to resolve problems when required by the area they represent.

• Plan and deliver technical assessments using appropriate methodologies and contributing to capability development.

• Plan and implement development of tools, techniques and validation methods to ensure Right First-Time methodology.

• Plan and participation in improvement activities, and completion of Quality analysis, where appropriate.

• Engagement with relevant stakeholders across AWE, the UK and our international partners in pursuit of continuous improvement.

• The Company may require you to fulfil any other reasonable duties aligned to your position from time to time in line with business needs.

Who are we looking for?

We do need you to have the following:

Qualifications and/ or professional memberships:

• ONC/HNC qualification in a relevant subject and/or a suitable vocational qualification (HND or equivalent) or practical experience in a quality-related role.

Skills

• Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems and related standards (e.g. Health & Safety, Environment, Security).

• Excellent inter-personal / negotiation / communication skills.

• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.

• Basic Project Management or in-depth knowledge of specialist subject.

• Customer satisfaction and the tools and processes utilised in measuring business performance and delivery.

• Good understanding of configuration and change management techniques.

• Able to lead team/manage staff within a specialist field and environment.

• Understanding of improvement techniques, such as Lean, Six Sigma, RLI, etc.

• Earned/Added Value Management.

• Computer literate in Microsoft office package.

Experience

• A proven track record of influencing and engaging with senior management.

• Establishing, implementing and maintaining quality management systems, processes, procedures and other supporting documentation.

• Completion of vendor selection monitoring and management processes.

• Proven track record of working within the field of aligned specialism.

• Auditing from definition/scheduling through to implementation, reporting and close out.

• Managing quality resource estimates and budgets and the production of associated business cases.

• Facilitating meetings and assisting in defining, recording and expediting actions.

• Experienced in the line management of staff if required (direct and/or IP).

Regulatory Requirements

• Supports the application and adherence to LC 17 and accreditation to ISO 9001:2015.

Other

• DV Security clearance.

• Ability to operate in designated work areas.

• Willingness to travel, if required for business purposes.

Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we’d like you to have experience in some of the following:

  Qualifications and/ or professional memberships:

• Degree level qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant subject.

• Membership of the Quality Institute (CQI) or alternative/equivalent professional body or working towards it.

Skills

• Able to train and coach mixed groups.

Experience

• AWE Quality Procedures and Safety Procedures.

• AWE Facilities, Processes and Operations (as needed by the role).

• Experience of stakeholder management.

• Qualified in lean six sigma tools

Other

• Full UK driving licence

Work hard, be rewarded:

We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including:

• 9-day working fortnight – meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.

• Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).

• Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.

• Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.

• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.

• Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).

• Discounts – access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.

• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.

The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.

Next steps:

Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don’t always ‘tick every box’. That’s why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don’t meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we’d love to receive your application.

Important things you need to know:

• We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes.
• You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV.
• We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process.
• Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.

Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide will be stored in accordance with GDPR and kept separate from your application form and CV, and the information will not be shared with anyone involved in interviewing or making hiring decisions.

Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.