Head of Quality

FJA are working with a national leader in the Water industry, who are looking to recruit a Head of Quality to join their SHEQ team based in Peterborough, part of their Anglian Water region. You will be responsible for collaborating with the other Heads of, to ensure the consistent application of the SHEQ strategy and SHEQ implementation plan.

Benefits in the role of Head of Quality:

• Hybrid Working (Jobs needs dependent)
• Car/car allowance
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy)
• Contribution Pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Health Insurance
• Private Medical Insurance
• And many more benefits including – cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub

As Head of Quality, your key responsibilities will include:

• Develop and implement a cutting-edge Quality Strategy that aligns with key objectives.
• Lead and inspire a team of Quality professionals, driving high standards across engineering, design, and construction.
• Ensure compliance with industry-leading certifications (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001) and regulatory requirements.
• Embed a culture of continuous improvement, working closely with internal and external stakeholders to drive quality performance.
• Act as a champion for quality assurance, risk management, and performance analytics—leveraging key tools like PowerBI and AMS.
• Collaborate across departments, working with SHEQ, delivery teams, and supply chain partners to maintain the highest standards.

If you thrive on driving innovation, best practice, and operational excellence, this role offers an unparalleled opportunity to make a real impact

Required experience for the Head of Quality:

• Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering or Construction (or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of construction techniques (especially in the water sector)
• Experience developing and delivering Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs)
• People leadership skills – managing multi-disciplinary teams & inspiring collaboration
• Experience managing audits, compliance, and regulatory requirements
• CSCS competence card and Lead Auditor qualification (preferred)

If you are looking for a Head of Quality role and want to work for a forward-thinking Company, then click on the 'apply now’ button.


Due to the high volume of applications, we receive we are not always able to reply to all applications. If you haven’t heard back from us within 2 weeks, then please accept that your application has been unsuccessful for the role we currently have advertised.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job. Finlay Jude Associates Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers