Lead Project QA

£55,000 - £65,000 + 6% Performance Bonus 

About Us

At National Gas, the work we do matters.

As Britain's national gas network, we help keep the lights on, businesses running, and homes warm by maintaining the critical infrastructure that transports gas across Great Britain. While providing the energy security Britain relies on today, we are also helping transform the network for a clean energy future.

Join us and help secure Britain's energy.

About the Role

The role of Lead Project Quality Assurance Advisor is dedicated to supporting the delivery of capital projects, with responsibilities for developing and implementing 1st line quality assurance activities and ongoing ownership and development of the ISO9001 QMS system. Continually driving value through simplification, innovation and standardisation and compliance, whilst ensuring compliance with key legislation, technical standards and ISO9001 quality requirements.  

What You'll Do

• Lead investigations into non-conformances and ensure that these are resolved and that appropriate measures are taken to avoid any recurrence of the issue and to manage any associated risks across the network 
• Development, maintenance and implementation of the Quality Management System including accountability as SME for allocated BP’s. (ISO9001) 
• Provide independent QA / Quality Control during design, procurement, construction and commissioning phases. Including, Commissioning, Operational & Asset Acceptance. 
• Undertake the role of Quality Adviser across a portfolio of projects. 
• Review including supporting compilation & acceptance of project handover records during the project lifecycle. 
• Review and acceptance of Quality, Inspection and Test Plans 
• Produce project ‘Process Safety Performance Triangles’ 
• Undertake 1st line mandatory quality audits maintain audit plan. 
• Support the 2nd line assurance audit plan 
• Proactively capture and coordinate lessons learned, best practice and innovation to drive efficiencies 
• Support the development & update of Materials & Inspection Policies & Procedures 
• Providing ‘Informed Buyer’ input for commercial activities (including contract documents, Works Information, project scopes, tender events and evaluations) 
• Support the onboarding of contractors and delivery teams through the QMS induction 
• Provision of advice and support on factory / site inspection, testing and commissioning activities 
• Provide quality expertise on project incident investigations and follow up activities 

Why this role matters

This role is critical to ensuring capital projects are delivered safely, compliantly and to the highest quality standards across the network. Acting as the quality lead throughout the project lifecycle, the Lead Project Quality Assurance Advisor provides independent assurance, drives continuous improvement, and ensures robust governance through the ISO9001 Quality Management System. By identifying and preventing quality issues, capturing lessons learned, and supporting effective contractor and project team performance, the role helps protect asset integrity, reduce risk, and ensure projects are successfully handed over to operations with confidence.

About You

You'll be an Incorporated Engineer with strong experience in project delivery and gas transmission, bringing expertise in quality assurance, ISO9001 management systems, auditing and asset acceptance. You'll use your technical knowledge and stakeholder management skills to drive continuous improvement, ensure compliance, and support the safe, efficient delivery of critical infrastructure projects.

Essential

• Commercial acumen to drive value through simplification, innovation and standardisation, whilst ensuring compliance with key legislation, technical standards and quality requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate, negotiate and influence at all levels of the business and with external contractors, regulatory bodies and peer organisations. 
• Expert knowledge and experience of working within a project environment.
• Incorporated Engineer status with a relevant professional institute
• Responsibility for project and financial planning and management together with some responsibility for leading and developing other professional staff within a project delivery environment, detailed knowledge, skills and experience of Quality Assurance and Control (ISO9001)
• Experience in gas engineering and quality management systems knowledge along with an in-depth understanding of relevant National Gas engineering policies and procedures, and construction QMS.
• Experience undertaking 1st line assurance audits as per the QMS.
• Experience of the T/PM/RE/18 Commissioning, Operational & Asset Acceptance Process. 
• Knowledge and understanding of CDM Regulations.
• Knowledge of SHEQ related policies and procedures addressing Safety by Design.
• Expert knowledge and experience of the design, construction, operation and maintenance of the equipment on Gas Transmission assets. 

What we Offer

• Market-leading double-match pension (up to 12% company contribution)
• Annual performance bonus of up to 6%
• Access to the Tusker salary sacrifice car scheme.
• 26 days holiday (plus statutory holidays)
• 10x salary life assurance and income protection
• Flexible benefits including healthcare, dental and technology options.

Security clearance

This role is subject to National Security Vetting (NSV). Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain Security Clearance (SC) throughout their employment. For further information, visit www.gov.uk (UK Security Vetting: Clearance Levels).

Inclusive Recruitment

We are building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve, championing diversity and creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued for their unique contribution.

We support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond.

National Gas is a Disability Confident employer and signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant.