NOV
Job Description About the Role As a Quality Engineer at ISE Great Yarmouth, you will use your technical quality knowledge and manufacturing experience to provide guidance and direction to local management, the wider business, and relevant stakeholders. You will play a key role in maintaining and developing the local and global Quality Management System (QMS), planning and conducting internal audits to applicable standards/specifications (including ISO 9001 and API) and supporting supplier quality activities where required. You will own and drive NCR and CAPA processes, lead effective root-cause investigations, and help embed continuous improvement across aftermarket and operational processes. You will also be responsible for final QA inspection release in line with the production schedule, and for managing interfaces with customers and third-party bodies during audits, inspections, and certification activities. About the Company NOV is a leading provider of technology, equipment, and services to the global oil and gas industry, supporting customers' drilling, completion, and production needs. What We Offer A high-impact quality role with site-level visibility and influence across operations and product lines Broad exposure to ISO 9001, API, ISO 17025, and CE/DNV/EN/ISO regulatory and certification frameworks Direct involvement with customer and third party inspections/audits and certification release activities A strong continuous improvement agenda (NCR/CAPA effectiveness, structured problem solving, audit actions) Collaboration within a regional and global QA network (including remote audits and cross-site support) Opportunity to deputise for the Regional QA Manager when authorised and required Key Responsibilities Deliver final QA release for aftermarket and product lines in line with the production schedule, including release under applicable third - party framework agreements and customer/QMS requirements. Plan, conduct and report internal audits (and supplier audits where required); track actions to closure in line with applicable standards (e.g., ISO 9001 / API) and NOV processes. Own and drive NCR & CAPA end-to-end: ensure timely investigation, structured root-cause analysis, action implementation, and effectiveness verification prior to closure. Maintain and continuously improve the QMS: review, revise, approve and publish controlled documentation; support departmental managers/cell leaders in meeting QMS responsibilities. Act as the main QA approver for supplier onboarding and re-evaluations; conduct/assist with on-site and remote vendor audits and provide guidance on quality/technical requirements. Support Aftermarket, Operations and Product Lines in managing customer and third - party audits/inspections; host visits, ensure readiness, and drive post-audit actions. Support preparation and approval of service quality plans and customer-specific quality plans where required; support CAPA processing and investigations arising from SQEs as needed. Support contract reviews to ensure compliance with NOV policies/requirements; lead and report management reviews in line with NOV global processes. Ensure compliance with all applicable statutory, regulatory, HSE, environmental, data control and housekeeping requirements; attend production meetings to align QA priorities and constraints. Contribute to the regional/global QA framework (remote audits, project support); deputise for the Regional QA Manager where authorised; manage priorities to meet deadlines and travel as required. Qualifications & Skills Essential Educated to a good standard of high school education (or equivalent) and able to read and interpret engineering drawings/technical documentation. Qualified Internal Auditor to ISO 9001. Extensive experience of ISO 9001 / API and QMS management and development. Working experience of CE / DNV / EN / ISO requirements, including lifting regulatory requirements for certification and marking. Experience in a fabrication and precision machining manufacturing environment. Experience of QA and certification within precision manufacturing and oil & gas environment. Extensive knowledge of quality and root cause analysis tools (Pareto, Cause & Effect, 5 Why, 8D, etc.). Knowledge and understanding of EN 10204 / ISO 10474. Strong computer literacy with excellent command of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook; methodical, organised, high attention to detail. Desirable: Degree in Quality or a relevant engineering discipline (or equivalent practical experience) ISO 9001 Lead Auditor qualification Extensive knowledge of ISO 17025. Familiarity with NORSOK certification requirements Experience with document control and document management processes/systems Hands-on inspection experience, including manual measurement and CMM methodologies Exposure to Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles/tools People leadership experience (e.g., coaching, supervising, developing others) Exposure to the wireline sector within the oil & gas industry Working knowledge of NDE techniques, processes, and related requirements Experience preparing, reviewing, or using risk assessments and COSHH documentation Soft Skills: Outgoing, communicative, and diplomatic approach; able to engage with people at all levels Proactive and solutions-oriented, with strong ownership and follow-through Comfortable influencing stakeholders and maintaining standards under audit/inspection pressure Highly organised, able to prioritise workload and meet deadlines Why Join Us? Join our global team and contribute to a culture that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement. You will work with experienced professionals, gain exposure to international standards and certification schemes, and have the opportunity to make a measurable impact on compliance and product quality outcomes. Join our Global Family At NOV, we are committed to supporting your personal, financial, and professional wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package includes: Health & Wellbeing Private Medical Insurance Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Finance & Protection Pension Plan Income Protection Life Assurance Personal Accident Coverage Flexible Benefits (via salary sacrifice options for you and your family) Dental Insurance Healthcare Cash Plan Partner Life Assurance Critical Illness Cover Retail Vouchers Gym Membership Cycle to Work Scheme About Us Every day, the oil and gas industry's best minds put more than 150 years of experience to work to help our customers achieve lasting success. We Power the Industry that Powers the World Throughout every region in the world and across every area of drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, advanced equipment, and operational support necessary for success-now and in the future. Global Family We are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create a lasting impact for ourselves, our customers, and the communities where we live and work. Purposeful Innovation Through purposeful business innovation, product creation, and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better. Service Above All This drives us to anticipate our customers' needs and work with them to deliver the finest products and services on time and on budget. About the Team Corporate Our family of companies is supported by our global Corporate teams, providing expert knowledge from functions including Human Resources, Information Technology, Compliance, Finance, QHSE, Marketing and Legal centers of expertise. We are structured to provide guidance and service above all to all our business operations.
Job Description About the Role As a Quality Engineer at ISE Great Yarmouth, you will use your technical quality knowledge and manufacturing experience to provide guidance and direction to local management, the wider business, and relevant stakeholders. You will play a key role in maintaining and developing the local and global Quality Management System (QMS), planning and conducting internal audits to applicable standards/specifications (including ISO 9001 and API) and supporting supplier quality activities where required. You will own and drive NCR and CAPA processes, lead effective root-cause investigations, and help embed continuous improvement across aftermarket and operational processes. You will also be responsible for final QA inspection release in line with the production schedule, and for managing interfaces with customers and third-party bodies during audits, inspections, and certification activities. About the Company NOV is a leading provider of technology, equipment, and services to the global oil and gas industry, supporting customers' drilling, completion, and production needs. What We Offer A high-impact quality role with site-level visibility and influence across operations and product lines Broad exposure to ISO 9001, API, ISO 17025, and CE/DNV/EN/ISO regulatory and certification frameworks Direct involvement with customer and third party inspections/audits and certification release activities A strong continuous improvement agenda (NCR/CAPA effectiveness, structured problem solving, audit actions) Collaboration within a regional and global QA network (including remote audits and cross-site support) Opportunity to deputise for the Regional QA Manager when authorised and required Key Responsibilities Deliver final QA release for aftermarket and product lines in line with the production schedule, including release under applicable third - party framework agreements and customer/QMS requirements. Plan, conduct and report internal audits (and supplier audits where required); track actions to closure in line with applicable standards (e.g., ISO 9001 / API) and NOV processes. Own and drive NCR & CAPA end-to-end: ensure timely investigation, structured root-cause analysis, action implementation, and effectiveness verification prior to closure. Maintain and continuously improve the QMS: review, revise, approve and publish controlled documentation; support departmental managers/cell leaders in meeting QMS responsibilities. Act as the main QA approver for supplier onboarding and re-evaluations; conduct/assist with on-site and remote vendor audits and provide guidance on quality/technical requirements. Support Aftermarket, Operations and Product Lines in managing customer and third - party audits/inspections; host visits, ensure readiness, and drive post-audit actions. Support preparation and approval of service quality plans and customer-specific quality plans where required; support CAPA processing and investigations arising from SQEs as needed. Support contract reviews to ensure compliance with NOV policies/requirements; lead and report management reviews in line with NOV global processes. Ensure compliance with all applicable statutory, regulatory, HSE, environmental, data control and housekeeping requirements; attend production meetings to align QA priorities and constraints. Contribute to the regional/global QA framework (remote audits, project support); deputise for the Regional QA Manager where authorised; manage priorities to meet deadlines and travel as required. Qualifications & Skills Essential Educated to a good standard of high school education (or equivalent) and able to read and interpret engineering drawings/technical documentation. Qualified Internal Auditor to ISO 9001. Extensive experience of ISO 9001 / API and QMS management and development. Working experience of CE / DNV / EN / ISO requirements, including lifting regulatory requirements for certification and marking. Experience in a fabrication and precision machining manufacturing environment. Experience of QA and certification within precision manufacturing and oil & gas environment. Extensive knowledge of quality and root cause analysis tools (Pareto, Cause & Effect, 5 Why, 8D, etc.). Knowledge and understanding of EN 10204 / ISO 10474. Strong computer literacy with excellent command of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook; methodical, organised, high attention to detail. Desirable: Degree in Quality or a relevant engineering discipline (or equivalent practical experience) ISO 9001 Lead Auditor qualification Extensive knowledge of ISO 17025. Familiarity with NORSOK certification requirements Experience with document control and document management processes/systems Hands-on inspection experience, including manual measurement and CMM methodologies Exposure to Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles/tools People leadership experience (e.g., coaching, supervising, developing others) Exposure to the wireline sector within the oil & gas industry Working knowledge of NDE techniques, processes, and related requirements Experience preparing, reviewing, or using risk assessments and COSHH documentation Soft Skills: Outgoing, communicative, and diplomatic approach; able to engage with people at all levels Proactive and solutions-oriented, with strong ownership and follow-through Comfortable influencing stakeholders and maintaining standards under audit/inspection pressure Highly organised, able to prioritise workload and meet deadlines Why Join Us? Join our global team and contribute to a culture that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement. You will work with experienced professionals, gain exposure to international standards and certification schemes, and have the opportunity to make a measurable impact on compliance and product quality outcomes. Join our Global Family At NOV, we are committed to supporting your personal, financial, and professional wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package includes: Health & Wellbeing Private Medical Insurance Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Finance & Protection Pension Plan Income Protection Life Assurance Personal Accident Coverage Flexible Benefits (via salary sacrifice options for you and your family) Dental Insurance Healthcare Cash Plan Partner Life Assurance Critical Illness Cover Retail Vouchers Gym Membership Cycle to Work Scheme About Us Every day, the oil and gas industry's best minds put more than 150 years of experience to work to help our customers achieve lasting success. We Power the Industry that Powers the World Throughout every region in the world and across every area of drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, advanced equipment, and operational support necessary for success-now and in the future. Global Family We are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create a lasting impact for ourselves, our customers, and the communities where we live and work. Purposeful Innovation Through purposeful business innovation, product creation, and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better. Service Above All This drives us to anticipate our customers' needs and work with them to deliver the finest products and services on time and on budget. About the Team Corporate Our family of companies is supported by our global Corporate teams, providing expert knowledge from functions including Human Resources, Information Technology, Compliance, Finance, QHSE, Marketing and Legal centers of expertise. We are structured to provide guidance and service above all to all our business operations.
Westlakes Recruit
Bristol, Gloucestershire
Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for an experienced Quality Inspector be engaged on a contract basis in Bristol/Bridgwater. Role Description: Conduct on-site field inspection activities Carrying out measurement activities to ensure that they meet the required specifications and are compliant. Liaise with all relevant stakeholders including the Team, Client and Supply chain to ensure QC guidance is provided and adhered to. Ensure compliance, investigation of non-conforming products/processes and ensuring effective corrective and preventive action is taken to close out NCRs. Facilitate and support project team with root cause analysis, corrective action, and continual improvement of processes. Management and assurance of Life-Time Quality Records generated in support of activities performed on a highly regulated nuclear site. Provide Review, approval, management and verification of supplier Manufacturing Inspection and Test Plans required for activities performed on and off site. Ensure the quality of the project, product, records, service and their supporting processes meet the standards and specifications required by the associated NEC4 contract. Duties: Carry out project QC activities in accordance with client contract requirements. Root cause analysis and implementation of corrective action for process related concerns. Assist in establishing, implementing and maintaining the quality management system. Work in line with the management system and support any improvement opportunities in process and work instructions. Escalate all issues to the Quality Engineers and Managers. Carry out internal audit and supplier audit as requested by internal stakeholders, ensuring contract quality requirements are in accordance with client specifications. Provide support to staff to ensure that processes comply with the relevant requirements of the contract specification, quality plans, the quality management system and international standards Conduct audits, including closing out audit findings, creating audit finding reports and determine proper corrective and preventive actions. Ensuring that the arrangements identified in the Project QA/QC Strategy are implemented within the project; typically this will include the Project Execution Populating the supplier Quality Plans and Inspection and Test plans with the appropriate hold witness and review points. Carrying out monitoring, witness inspections, test and verifications as identified in the supplier Quality or Inspection and Test Plan. Ensure that Lifetime Quality Records are being generated and verified concurrent with manufacturing, installation or build activities. Raising non-conformance report for products / services that do not satisfy the specified requirements. Promote company and client quality objectives and expectations. Qualifications / Experience Civils/Mech/EC&I background required ISO 9001 Lead Auditor / Internal Auditor. QC grade Training desirable Third party / supplier auditing. NCR generation and management. Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 Understanding of ISO 14001 / 45001 requirements. Worked in highly regulated industries. Experience and understanding of process improvement. Membership of appropriate professional body (I.e., CQI) or willingness to attain. Experience of working in highly regulated industry. Min requirements Proven and Solid experience in area of specialisation. QC Grade Training advantageous. Auditor/lead auditor certificate desired. Good oral and written communication skills; working knowledge of word-processing and integrated software applications; organisational skills and ability to perform detail-oriented work are required. Position may require travel. Successful candidates to ideally be Security Cleared (SC) or have no issue in obtaining SC. Why We're Different: Westlakes Recruit are a people solutions business that understands the complexities of nuclear and the importance of our clients' mission critical objectives. Smarter, faster, more agile - we have a laser focus on nuclear, with deep sectoral knowledge. We develop nuclear talent pools before you know you need them! We do Nuclear. We only do Nuclear. We do all of Nuclear. Powering a Diverse Nuclear Future: As an equal opportunities business, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.
Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for an experienced Quality Inspector be engaged on a contract basis in Bristol/Bridgwater. Role Description: Conduct on-site field inspection activities Carrying out measurement activities to ensure that they meet the required specifications and are compliant. Liaise with all relevant stakeholders including the Team, Client and Supply chain to ensure QC guidance is provided and adhered to. Ensure compliance, investigation of non-conforming products/processes and ensuring effective corrective and preventive action is taken to close out NCRs. Facilitate and support project team with root cause analysis, corrective action, and continual improvement of processes. Management and assurance of Life-Time Quality Records generated in support of activities performed on a highly regulated nuclear site. Provide Review, approval, management and verification of supplier Manufacturing Inspection and Test Plans required for activities performed on and off site. Ensure the quality of the project, product, records, service and their supporting processes meet the standards and specifications required by the associated NEC4 contract. Duties: Carry out project QC activities in accordance with client contract requirements. Root cause analysis and implementation of corrective action for process related concerns. Assist in establishing, implementing and maintaining the quality management system. Work in line with the management system and support any improvement opportunities in process and work instructions. Escalate all issues to the Quality Engineers and Managers. Carry out internal audit and supplier audit as requested by internal stakeholders, ensuring contract quality requirements are in accordance with client specifications. Provide support to staff to ensure that processes comply with the relevant requirements of the contract specification, quality plans, the quality management system and international standards Conduct audits, including closing out audit findings, creating audit finding reports and determine proper corrective and preventive actions. Ensuring that the arrangements identified in the Project QA/QC Strategy are implemented within the project; typically this will include the Project Execution Populating the supplier Quality Plans and Inspection and Test plans with the appropriate hold witness and review points. Carrying out monitoring, witness inspections, test and verifications as identified in the supplier Quality or Inspection and Test Plan. Ensure that Lifetime Quality Records are being generated and verified concurrent with manufacturing, installation or build activities. Raising non-conformance report for products / services that do not satisfy the specified requirements. Promote company and client quality objectives and expectations. Qualifications / Experience Civils/Mech/EC&I background required ISO 9001 Lead Auditor / Internal Auditor. QC grade Training desirable Third party / supplier auditing. NCR generation and management. Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 Understanding of ISO 14001 / 45001 requirements. Worked in highly regulated industries. Experience and understanding of process improvement. Membership of appropriate professional body (I.e., CQI) or willingness to attain. Experience of working in highly regulated industry. Min requirements Proven and Solid experience in area of specialisation. QC Grade Training advantageous. Auditor/lead auditor certificate desired. Good oral and written communication skills; working knowledge of word-processing and integrated software applications; organisational skills and ability to perform detail-oriented work are required. Position may require travel. Successful candidates to ideally be Security Cleared (SC) or have no issue in obtaining SC. Why We're Different: Westlakes Recruit are a people solutions business that understands the complexities of nuclear and the importance of our clients' mission critical objectives. Smarter, faster, more agile - we have a laser focus on nuclear, with deep sectoral knowledge. We develop nuclear talent pools before you know you need them! We do Nuclear. We only do Nuclear. We do all of Nuclear. Powering a Diverse Nuclear Future: As an equal opportunities business, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.
