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The UK& Ireland Airports Quality, Health Safety and Environment department forms part of our global organisation with a focus on the projects being delivered in the UK and Ireland region.\nAs a Quality Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering complex engineering projects in a collaborative and supportive environment. You will collaborate with colleagues across engineering project management, customers, and partners to ensure high-quality technical solutions are delivered safely, sustainably, and on time. This role offers the opportunity to develop while contributing to projects with real-world impact.\nVanderlande values different perspectives and supports ongoing learning and career development and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences as we build a diverse engineering team\nThe Quality Engineer is responsible for assuring zero-defect, audit-ready mechanical and electrical installations across project sites, acting as the quality gatekeeper from installation through pre-commissioning and handover. The role validates benchmark mock-ups, conducts inspections and visual audits, and ensures all tests, checklists, snag/defect resolution, and as-built records are complete, accurate, and compliant with approved designs, standards, and customer requirements. The position identifies and classifies non-conformities, leads root-cause analysis, drives corrective actions and continuous improvement, and supports training needs to strengthen site quality culture. Working closely with clients, consultants, contractors, engineering, and site teams, the Quality Engineer facilitates approvals and has the authority to challenge or stop non-compliant activities, escalating as required. Candidates should have an NVQ/City & Guilds Level 3+ in an electrical or mechanical discipline, strong drawing interpretation skills, and significant experience in live operational installation/commissioning/quality environments; ISO 9001 auditing and relevant electrical inspection/testing certifications are advantageous. Are you driven by the challenge of delivering zero-defect and audit-ready installations that meet the highest standards of quality, reliability and compliance, and do you thrive in dynamic project onsite environments where precision, discipline, and proactive leadership are key to success?\nRole Responsibilities\nWe are seeking a Quality Engineer with a strong foundation in mechatronics or electrical engineering.\nThe ideal candidate is hands-on, proactive, pragmatic and takes ownership of installation quality. They should be able to interpret technical drawings and resolve snags on-site. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, and the ability to work on project sites around Heathrow Airport.\nYou will serve as the quality gatekeeper, verifying that every installation is executed in accordance with approved designs, benchmark standards and adhering to customer requirements throughout the project life cycle. You will ensure the correct execution of all required tests and checklists, confirm that installations are snag-free, and uphold the highest standards of quality. Additionally, you will be responsible for maintaining complete, accurate, and compliant documentation, ensuring the project always remains audit ready.\nIn this role, you will also be responsible for executing and supporting the pre-commissioning phase, helping to ensure that all equipment is correctly installed, thoroughly tested, validated, and fully prepared for functional commissioning-delivered on time, with zero defects, full compliance, and ready for audit at any moment.\nYour work will directly impact client satisfaction, operational reliability, and regulatory compliance, setting the benchmark for excellence in our industry.\nYour responsibilities and activities will include:\nSupport and promote a safety-first culture \nValidate benchmark mock-ups with site supervisors and installation contractor. \nEnsure mechanical and electrical installations meet approved design and standards. \nVerify completeness and accessibility of installation files, specifications, and quality documents. \nConduct visual audits and review inspection reports to ensure documentation is compliant and audit-ready for client and consultant approvals. \nAudit As-Built documentation and defect lists. \nIdentify non-conformities, conduct root cause analysis, and ensure timely resolution. \nAnalyse recurring issues and recommend process enhancements. \nIdentify training needs and contribute to installer performance reviews. \nContribute to the continuous improvement of project delivery, sharing knowledge and supporting the wider project community. \nEnsure pre-commissioning of the installation and readiness for functional commissioning. \nParticipate in final walkthroughs and confirm defect-free handover. \nWork closely with clients, consultants, installation contractor, engineering and site teams. \nFacilitate smoother approvals and signatory processes. \nAuthority to challenge and stop non-compliant installation activities, with escalation to project leadership where required \nRole Qualification and Skills\nCity & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 (or above) in Electrical or Mechanical discipline \nProven experience in installation, commissioning, or quality within automated, manufacturing, or materials handling environments \nMinimum 5 years’ experience in a live operational environment \nStrong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems, installation standards, and testing procedures \nAbility to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and design documentation \nHands-on experience resolving installation issues and site snags \nFamiliarity with quality standards, documentation protocols, and installation workflows \nExperience conducting inspections, audits, and managing defect / snagging processes \nDesirable\nISO 9001 Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor \n18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) \nInspection & Testing qualification (e.g. City & Guilds 2391) \nHNC / HND in Electrical, Electronic or Mechatronic Engineering \nSix Sigma (Green Belt) or equivalent continuous improvement training \nExperience in FMCG, logistics automation, or highly automated environments \nExperience in training, coaching, or leading site teams \nMaintains high standards and follows procedures rigorously. \nSelf-Starter, able to work as part of a team and takes initiative and responsibility for quality outcomes. \nBalances strict quality enforcement with effective stakeholder management. \nEnjoy working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders \nCommunicate clearly and confidently, both verbally and in writing \nComfortable with travel and dynamic site environments. \nGuides teams toward quality excellence and fosters a proactive mindset. \nWhat we offer\n28 days annual leave (excluding public holidays)\nBupa Medical Cover\nYuLife - Wellbeing membership with fast access to GP appointments, promotion of health and wellbeing along with daily quests to gain Yucoins that can be swapped for shopping vouchers\nA challenging work environment with lots of opportunities of career progression.\nCycle to work scheme\nYellow Nest is a salary exchange scheme that reduces childcare costs for parents and employers\nPension with Aviva\nAccess to Achievers an award-winning recognition platform that inspires to recognise your coworkers Where points are awarded that can be exchanged for a range of goods and discounts.\nDiversity & Inclusion\nVanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmativeaction employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age marital status or disability status. 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