IMS Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 9, 2026. AVK-SEG scores A on the Alion truth index.
We’re looking for an Integrated Management Systems Manager (IMS) to join our Compliance team.
In this role, you’ll be responsible for leading AVK’s corporate Quality Management System (QMS) and setting common quality requirements, making sure they are applied consistently across divisions. You will also be responsible for integrating AVK’s separately owned management systems, and working with top management to keep the QMS aligned with AVK’s strategy.
About Us
AVK is the largest and fastest-growing energy solutions company in the data centre industry. We power tomorrow’s data. Leading with an innovative approach, we are the ones who provide the power so that data centres run, uninterrupted. Our solutions are vast and comprehensive, giving data centre operators an end-to-end approach.
We’re leading the charge in the industry. We launched the first operational microgrid in Europe, we have an offering unique to anyone else’s, we’ve just been named among Deloitte’s Best Managed Companies 2026, and we continue to grow in scale, adding valuable employees to our already capable and expert team.
That’s where you come in. Ready to join us?
Key Responsibilities
- Quality Management System Leadership
- Management System Integration
- Document Information and Change
- Certification & Performance
- Compliance, Risk & Assurance
- Leadership and Capability
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of ISO 9001:2026 and experience leading IMS/QMS implementation and improvement.
- Practical understanding of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 and experience integrating management systems.
- Experience of certification, internal audit programmes, document control, management review and performance monitoring.
- Internal auditor qualification for ISO 9001 or an integrated management system, or equivalent demonstrable competence.
- Practical competence in root-cause analysis, corrective action and effectiveness evaluation.
- Ability to translate requirements into workable business processes.
- Experience influencing senior leaders and operational teams to strengthen quality culture.
- Strong leadership, planning, analytical and stakeholder-management skills.
Studies show some candidates only apply when they meet all criteria - we don’t expect that. If this role interests you and you meet many (not all) of the requirements, we’d love to hear from you.
A full copy of the job description is available upon request.
Benefits
- Salary of up to £65,000
- Competitive benefits package
- Flexible / hybrid working options
- Ongoing training and career development
- Supportive, collaborative team environment
- Private Medical Insurance
- Company Bonus Scheme
- Access to AVK North Face Merchandise