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Play a key role in ensuring quality excellence across a major high-profile defence project.Our Clien... Play a key role in ensuring quality excellence across a major high-profile defence project.Our Client has a requirement for a Quality Engineer, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Aldermaston.Role Purpose: Manage the Quality Management System within a project environment.Support Workstream Quality Leads to ensure quality requirements are achieved throughout the full project lifecycle.Ensure quality compliance across Design, Procurement, Manufacture, Testing, Shipping, Construction/Installation, Test/Commissioning and Project Handover activities.Drive a proactive quality culture and continuous improvement across the project. Job Role Responsibilities: Work closely with Construction Teams to ensure Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) production and compliance.Compile Lifetime Records concurrently with construction activities and educate suppliers on quality requirements.Manage Supply Chain Quality, including pre-qualification assessments, supplier audits, supplier performance monitoring and day-to-day supply chain management.Monitor supplier and subcontractor selection and management systems through vendor assessments to ensure competency and compliance.Manage reporting of Project Improvement Notices, Defects and Non-Conformances to support continuous improvement initiatives.Assist with the resolution of quality-related issues, liaising with internal and external stakeholders as required.Produce quality documentation including Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and Quality Plans.Lead project quality planning activities, including the creation, review, acceptance and monitoring of Inspection and Test Plans for manufacturing and on-site installation works.Coordinate, monitor and improve manufacturing documentation review processes where applicable.Conduct internal and external audits.Lead the client feedback process. Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications: Minimum 5 years' experience working in a Quality Engineer role.Experience working on Civil Nuclear and Defence sites.ISO 9001 Lead Auditor qualification (preferred).CQI Practitioner Membership (preferred).Experience supporting ISO 9001 third-party audits.Experience carrying out supplier and internal audits.Ability to generate quality procedures and work instructions, including Inspection and Test Plans and Project Quality Plans.Ability to work with minimal supervision.Experience with continuous improvement tools and techniques.Strong ability to interact with and influence stakeholders at all levels within an organisation and external third parties.Ability to prioritise workload effectively within tight programme constraints.Strong analytical and objective decision-making skills.Good negotiation and conflict resolution skills. Company informationAt First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Quality Engineer looking for new employment.As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.

Are you an experienced Production Planner looking to contribute to a high-profile manufacturing prog... Are you an experienced Production Planner looking to contribute to a high-profile manufacturing programme?Our Client has a requirement for a Production Planner, who will be required to work on an contract basis in Aldermaston and Burghfield.Role Purpose Support manufacturing and operational programmes through effective production planning and control.Develop and maintain planning models to ensure production capacity meets customer demand.Ensure manufacturing activities are accurately planned, scheduled, and released in line with programme requirements.Drive planning excellence through the application of lean manufacturing and production control techniques. Job Role Responsibilities Create and maintain Rough Cut Capacity Planning (RCCP) models to support production requirements.Develop detailed manufacturing plans and methods in response to tasking requirements, considering time, cost, and quality objectives.Maintain accurate and up-to-date information within MRP systems.Ensure customer requirements are planned, scheduled, and released to manufacturing and operational teams within agreed timescales.Produce manufacturing cost estimates and challenge operational timings where appropriate to improve efficiency.Ensure compliance with inventory control processes and procedures.Apply Lean Planning techniques and Production Control methodologies across operational and manufacturing environments.Utilise visual management tools, Kanban systems, and Push/Pull processes to support efficient workflow management.Work closely with manufacturing, operations, and supply chain teams to support production delivery.Monitor production schedules and identify risks or constraints to programme delivery.Support continuous improvement initiatives within planning and production functions. Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications Proven experience in a Production Planner, Manufacturing Planner, Supply Chain Planner, or similar planning role.Experience creating and maintaining capacity planning models.Strong understanding of manufacturing planning and production control processes.Experience using SAP is essential.Good understanding of ERP and MRP/MRP II systems.Experience working within manufacturing, operational, production, or supply chain environments.Knowledge of inventory control processes and materials management principles.Experience applying Lean Planning methodologies and continuous improvement techniques.Working knowledge of visual management, Kanban, and Push/Pull production systems.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent organisational and workload management abilities.Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.Ability to work effectively in a highly regulated and process-driven environment.Active DV Clearance is required. Company InformationAt First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Production Planner looking for new employment.As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.

Lead Quality Management Opportunity - Drive Quality Excellence on a Major High-Security Infrastructu... Lead Quality Management Opportunity - Drive Quality Excellence on a Major High-Security Infrastructure ProjectOur Client has a requirement for a Quality Management Lead, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Aldermaston.Role Purpose: Ensure client quality requirements are complied with across the full project lifecycle, including Design, Procurement, Manufacture, Testing, Shipping, Construction/Installation, Test/Commissioning and Project Handover.Lead quality management activities on a major project within a highly regulated environment.Provide quality leadership and assurance across internal teams and the supply chain.Report directly to the Portfolio Head of Quality. Job Role Responsibilities: Managing a team of Quality professionals to deliver a key project.Responsible for managing and investigating project Non-conformities and Issues and undertaking actions to resolve issues relating to the implementation of Quality and bring about improvements and support other functions in these actions.Leading and reporting on the Client Feedback process.Production of Project Quality Plans and deployment of key contractual and client requirements within both the internal team and Supply Chain.Project Quality Planning including the creation, review, acceptance and ongoing monitoring of Inspection and Test Plans for both manufacture and on-site installation works.Ensuring concurrent Lifetime Quality record review and compilation and project handover.Coordinate, monitor and improve efficiency of manufacturing documentation reviews where applicable.Responsible for creating and implementing the project audit schedule and prompt resolution of findings.Supporting Third Party and Client audits.Creation of Quality reports and dashboards to be presented in monthly project reviews and maintaining Client KPIs.Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Championing cost efficiencies through continuous improvement initiatives. Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications: 10 years' experience in a Quality Assurance/Control Management role within a construction environment, with a proven track record of delivering results.Valid SC Clearance or ability to obtain clearance.Proven leadership experience working in a quality assurance/control environment within a highly regulated industry.CQI Membership - Chartered Quality Professional (preferred).Experience of working on Civil Nuclear and Defence sites.ISO 9001 Lead Auditor qualification.Experience of supporting Third Party audits to ISO 9001 standards.Experience of carrying out Internal Audits and Supply Chain Audits.Ability to generate Quality Procedures and Work Instructions, including Inspection and Test Plans and Project Quality Plans.Experience of continuous improvement tools and techniques.Able to interact and influence at all levels within the organisation and with clients and third-party organisations.Ability to prioritise task execution within tight programme constraints.Ability to analyse situations objectively.Strong negotiating and conflict resolution skills. Company InformationAt First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Quality Management Lead looking for new employment.As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.

Cost Engineering opportunity supporting a major UK infrastructure programme. Secure your next contra... Cost Engineering opportunity supporting a major UK infrastructure programme. Secure your next contract role today.Our Client has a requirement for a Cost Engineer, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Reading.Role Purpose: Maintain and deliver timely and accurate cost data and reports at programme and project level.Support project delivery through performance analysis, earned value management and cost forecasting.Provide meaningful cost intelligence and recommendations to support project execution.Ensure accurate reporting against project governance requirements and reporting cycles. Job Role Responsibilities: Liaise with key stakeholders to deliver accurate cost reports, performance analysis and variance reporting.Review and interpret cost impacts arising from performance issues, inflation, trends, foreign exchange and formal changes.Produce and maintain Estimate at Completion (EAC) data and associated cost reports.Review, accept and integrate supplier cost performance data.Support change management processes and assess impacts on cost performance.Apply cost data to risk and opportunity management activities.Ensure compliance with project governance, cost standards and procedures.Assist with developing project codes of accounts and related cost control activities.Support estimating and cost control requirements across project disciplines.Assist in the preparation and issue of monthly project control reports.Maintain a strong understanding of the relationship between cost and schedule performance.Support continuous improvement initiatives and project reviews.Provide support to Project Controls leadership and wider project teams as required.Manage monthly payment applications and invoicing activities.Prepare and present cost and performance reports to senior management.Support a range of estimating activities when required. Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.Current SC Clearance is required.Must be eligible to work in the UK and satisfy security screening requirements.Experience in project controls, cost engineering or cost management environments.Experience of forecasting, statistical analysis, quantity take-offs and financial reporting.Knowledge of project financial reporting systems and control account structures.Experience of earned value management, progress measurement, forecasting and performance reporting.Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills.Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.Knowledge of AACE estimating classifications is desirable.Understanding of engineering and construction project delivery environments.Knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contract administration.Awareness of current industry developments and best practice.Previous experience within highly regulated sectors is advantageous. Company informationAt First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for Cost Engineers looking for new employment.As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.