1,242 Quality Assurance Specialists jobs in the United Kingdom

Food Microbiologist/ Quality Assurance

Join our expert team at Campden BRI, delivering high-impact consultancy services to clients across the food industry. This role blends technical excellence with client-facing delivery, offering a dynamic mix of research, training, and strategic support.

We're looking for a Food Microbiologist with hands-on experience in food manufacturing, ideally within a Quality Assurance or Hygiene function. This is a dynamic opportunity for someone passionate about food safety and eager to expand their expertise across multiple disciplines.

In this role, you'll embark on a structured learning and development pathway designed to evolve your capabilities into a Safety, Quality, and Hygiene Specialist. You'll play a vital role in supporting our team to deliver and enhance factory hygiene services through both consultancy, technical support and the delivery of training and workshops.

Position

• Conducting assessments and providing guidance on Cleaning Systems
• Evaluating and improving personnel hygiene practices
• Advising on hygienic design of equipment and facilities
• Reviewing and optimizing building and air handling systems for contamination control
• Designing environmental sampling programs
• Validating cleaning and disinfection protocols to ensure regulatory compliance and conformity to commercial standards
• Delivering training sessions to upskill factory teams on hygiene best practices
• Troubleshooting hygiene-related issues and offering actionable solutions

Requirements

• A collaborative environment where your scientific insight drives real-world impact
• Access to cutting-edge knowledge across a number of disciplines
• Opportunities to work across diverse product categories and manufacturing setups
• Mentorship from industry-leading experts in food safety and hygiene
• Career progression into consultancy, auditing, or technical leadership roles

Benefits

• Hybrid working
• Reward platform with employee discounts and rewards
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Buy and sell holiday scheme
• A generous work save pension scheme, with employee contributions matched by the company up to 10%
• Culture focus around work/life balance (early finish Fridays)
• Subsidised onsite restaurant
• £30,000-£45,000 pa dependent on experience

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Food Microbiologist/ Quality Assurance

Join our expert team at Campden BRI, delivering high-impact consultancy services to clients across the food industry. This role blends technical excellence with client-facing delivery, offering a dynamic mix of research, training, and strategic support.

We're looking for a Food Microbiologist with hands-on experience in food manufacturing, ideally within a Quality Assurance or Hygiene function. This is a dynamic opportunity for someone passionate about food safety and eager to expand their expertise across multiple disciplines.

In this role, you'll embark on a structured learning and development pathway designed to evolve your capabilities into a Safety, Quality, and Hygiene Specialist. You'll play a vital role in supporting our team to deliver and enhance factory hygiene services through both consultancy, technical support and the delivery of training and workshops.

Position

• Conducting assessments and providing guidance on Cleaning Systems
• Evaluating and improving personnel hygiene practices
• Advising on hygienic design of equipment and facilities
• Reviewing and optimizing building and air handling systems for contamination control
• Designing environmental sampling programs
• Validating cleaning and disinfection protocols to ensure regulatory compliance and conformity to commercial standards
• Delivering training sessions to upskill factory teams on hygiene best practices
• Troubleshooting hygiene-related issues and offering actionable solutions

Requirements

• A collaborative environment where your scientific insight drives real-world impact
• Access to cutting-edge knowledge across a number of disciplines
• Opportunities to work across diverse product categories and manufacturing setups
• Mentorship from industry-leading experts in food safety and hygiene
• Career progression into consultancy, auditing, or technical leadership roles

Benefits

• Hybrid working
• Reward platform with employee discounts and rewards
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Buy and sell holiday scheme
• A generous work save pension scheme, with employee contributions matched by the company up to 10%
• Culture focus around work/life balance (early finish Fridays)
• Subsidised onsite restaurant
• £30,000-£45,000 pa dependent on experience

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Contract type: Permanent

Start date: Immediate start - pending successful CTC clearance

Salary: £23.38 plus £ph Supervisory uplift plus .50 site bonus (this will go up to .37 during outages)

We are the leading provider of infrastructure services.

At Altrad, we transform our nation’s critical infrastructure to operate safely and sustainably.

With over 11,000 talented people, we provide the full spectrum of critical engineering and construction services for industries both onshore and offshore.

Join a Leading Organisation in the Nuclear Industry.

Role details:

We currently have an opportunity for multiple QA Engineers to join our team at Sizewell B Nuclear Power station. Successful candidates will be required to undergo CTC clearance.

Key Responsibilites:

• Ensure that all activities are controlled in a responsible, safety conscious climate, meeting Altrad’s requirements and current legislation. Application of all relevant Engineering Standards & Specifications to achieve a world class HSEQ performance, meeting all technical and environmental legislative requirements.
• Ensure safety of people and the environment.
• Have knowledge and familiarisation of associated mechanical, civils and quality procedures.
• Scope, Time and Cost to be fully understood, communicated, monitored and controlled & when required proactive mitigation is evident.
• Ensure high standards of workmanship within the facilities.
• Always use best practices & continually look for innovations that support continuous quality improvement.
• Continuous Improvement tools and techniques are deployed to improve efficiency and effectiveness for both Altrad and the Client.
• Suitable and sufficient risk assessments are followed and signed onto.
• Record and report delays to Project Team.
• Accurate recording of all required HSEQ documentation.
• Undertake responsibility for the development and implementation of the Altrad Integrated Management System (AIMS) within the working location.
• Ensure project work is carried out in accordance with the relevant Client Specifications & British standards.
• Development, approval, and monitoring of project quality Inspection Test Plans (ITPS) and Subcontractor Quality Plans (QPs).
• Support Project Managers/Engineers with project setup documentation i.e. Quality Plans/ITPs and ensuring QP/ITP sign offs are completed concurrent to the works completed.
• Managing the LTR strategy requirements, inclusive co-ordination, compiling, checking, approval and storage of • Projects/Delivery Partners/Sub-Contractor LTRs for submission on time.
• Ensure inspection certificates are completed in line with the QP/ITP schedule and are issued for inclusion in the LTR concurrent to the works completed.
• Undertake periodic Quality Management System audits both internal and external to ensure that the system and procedures are adhered to.
• Monitor Vendor Performance and carry out Supplier/Subcontractor assessments and audits as appropriate.
• Support and lead continuous improvement activities.
• Undertake special projects as assigned

Key Requirements:

• May possess several types of qualifications ranging from the Diploma, Associate and Degree level that may include:
• CQI Certificate or Bachelor’s Degree in Quality/HNC Engineering desirable.
• NVQ Qualification in Nuclear/Engineering related area.
• Demonstrable experience in a Quality Engineering (QA/QC) related position.
• Ideally a CSWIP 3.1 qualification, ISO:9001 internal auditor preferred.
• Valid Site Safety Passport

Why Join Us?

• Work on high-impact projects within a leading organisation
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.

Quite simply, a journey with Altrad begins with a desire to create a better tomorrow…

Opus People Solutions on behalf of our client in the East Midlands have an exciting opportunity for an Auditor to join their team.

Rate of Pay: £40-45 per hour

Working Arrangements: Hybrid, 2 days a week in the office

Length of Assignment: Minimum 6 months.

Provide a range of services for children. These include early help, safeguarding and support for children in need and children looked after. We need a consistent, rigorous understanding of the quality and effectiveness of the help we provide these vulnerable children.

Auditors will play a key role in evaluating practice, analysing audit findings, identifying areas for improvement, recommending improvement options and reporting to senior leaders. They will also undertake coaching, make presentations and contribute to training events.

Responsibilities:

• Undertake in-depth case audits, working alongside social workers and team managers to evaluate the quality and impact of practice in improving children’s lives.
• Obtain and evaluate the views of children, families and professional partners about the quality and impact of practice.
• Undertake extensive thematic case sampling to understand and report on the quality specified elements of practice.
• Go beyond auditing by using the audit process to coach social workers and managers in good practice, helping them build on existing strengths and eliminate weaknesses.
• Train and coach managers in effective auditing.
• Undertake audits of supervision at child level and practitioner level.
• Moderate case audit and case sampling completed by others so we can be confident that evaluations and judgements are are evidence-based with a consistent understanding of what good looks like.
• Analyse and collate audit findings across CFN so they can be reported routinely to senior leaders to inform the full range of practice improvement and workforce development activities.
• Present audit findings and lessons from audit to groups of practitioners, managers and senior leaders as required.

Experience:

• Qualified Social Worker
• Social Work England Registered
• Team Manager Experience
• 3 Years post qualifying experience

If you thrive to make a difference and have 3 years experience and this is the role for you, then we would love to hear from you.

Job Overview

We're seeking a detail-oriented QA Engineer to ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of our fintech and financial education platforms. You will design and execute tests, identify issues, and collaborate with development teams to deliver a seamless user experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute manual and automated test plans for web and mobile applications.
• Identify, document, and track software defects and issues.
• Collaborate with developers and product teams to resolve bugs and improve system performance.
• Conduct regression, integration, and performance testing.
• Maintain testing documentation and provide clear reporting on quality metrics.
• Recommend process improvements to enhance software quality and efficiency.
• Stay updated on QA tools, methodologies, and industry best practices.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a QA Engineer, Software Tester, or similar role.
• Experience with automated testing tools (Selenium, Cypress, JUnit, etc.) is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of QA methodologies, processes, and best practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
• Experience in fintech, SaaS, or educational platforms is advantageous.

Benefits:

• Work on innovative fintech and financial education platforms.
• Collaborative and innovation-focused team environment.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £40,000.00-£55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London E14

QA Pack Development & Review

o Prepare, assemble, and maintain QA documentation for all electrical works, including as installed packs (AIPs), inspection and test plans (ITPs), and compliance records.

o Review and validate NIC submissions from ensuring compliance with BS EN standards.

o Ensure all QA documentation aligns with client requirements, internal procedures, TfL standards, and regulatory standards.

Site QA Management

o Manage a team of site QA engineers, allocating tasks and responsibilities.

o Coordinate inspections, audits, and commissioning tests, resolution of non-conformances, and hit deadlines.

Compliance & Standards

o Ensure all electrical installations comply with TfL standards, BS/EN standards, and project specifications.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience as a Quality Assurance Manager or Senior QA Engineer within electrical contracting on large-scale infrastructure or rail projects.

• Familiarity with TfL (LU) standards and procedures.

• Experience managing site QA teams and coordinating multiple site locations.

• Knowledge of BS EN standards, and electrical installation practices.

• Organisational, communication, and leadership skills.

• Ability to produce high-quality "redlined" drawings such as schematics, schedules, elevation drawings, etc. with PDF editors or CAD from the information received from the site survey

• Lead testing efforts for international e-commerce projects, ensuring high product quality across web and mobile platforms.
• Analyze product requirements to define test scope, design test cases, and create comprehensive test plans.
• Execute manual and automated tests, identifying issues and driving them to resolution.
• Apply diverse testing methods (functional, regression, white-box, automation, performance) to improve test coverage and efficiency.
• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks to reduce manual testing effort.
• Collaborate with product managers, developers, and business teams to ensure requirements are met with high reliability.
• Continuously improve testing processes, tools, and methodologies through knowledge sharing and innovation.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in software testing, with strong understanding of testing theory, strategy, and design methods.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Python) with experience in automation test development.
• Hands-on experience with SQL databases (e.g., MySQL), including ability to write and optimize complex queries.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to understand business requirements and translate them into test strategies.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, international team environment.
• Effective communication skills in Chinese and English.

• Experience with test automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Appium, JUnit, PyTest).
• Familiarity with Agile development and CI/CD pipelines.
• Prior experience in e-commerce platforms or large-scale consumer applications.
• Knowledge of performance testing or security testing.

• A dynamic and challenging work environment in a leading global e-commerce company.
• The opportunity to collaborate with an international, cross-functional team and directly influence product quality.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and performance bonuses.

(NASDAQ: JD and HKEX: 9618), also known as JINGDONG, has evolved from a pioneering e-commerce platform into a leading technology and service provider with supply chain at its core. Renowned for its supply chain innovation and excellence, has expanded into sectors including retail, technology, logistics, healthcare, and more, aiming to transform traditional business models with cutting-edge digital solutions. Ranked 47th on the Fortune Global 500, is China's largest retailer by revenue. In 2023, reported revenues of US$152.8 billion and served approximately 600 million active customers.

We are dedicated to building a digitally intelligent, cross-border supply chain and global retail infrastructure. Leveraging our global supply chain capabilities, continues to expand in markets where our competitive strengths shine. Currently, operates globally, with business activities in countries such as China, the U.S., U.K., Netherlands, France, Germany, Spain, Brazil, Hungary, Japan, South Korea, Australia, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and many others, reaching customers in every corner of the world.

QA Associate

Location
: Slough (Fully Onsite)

Contract Length
: 9 months (with potential to extend)

Pay Rate
: £21.92 per hour

Role Purpose & Scope

As a member of the QA Operations Documentation Control Team, your primary responsibility will be to perform Batch Consolidation (auditing) for QC Biochemistry and Microbiology testing activities related to Drug Product (DP) and Drug Substance (DS). You will ensure all QC testing activities are complete and meet release specifications. You will also proactively issue GMP documents and labels to Manufacturing in line with schedules and timelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform batch consolidation for QC Biochemistry and Microbiology testing.
• Ensure all testing activities are complete and meet release specifications.
• Issue GMP documents and labels to Manufacturing, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Liaise with internal departments to gather required information and maintain effective communication.
• Support QA Operations in continuous improvement of quality systems and processes.
• Assist in audit preparation and provide documentation during audits.
• Lead and manage quality records (Deviations, CAPAs, Change Controls, Investigations).
• Author, review, and approve GMP documentation.
• Maintain the archiving system and coordinate document retrieval.
• Ensure training compliance and maintain an up-to-date training profile.
• Prioritise workload to meet strict deadlines and support Manufacturing needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Technical & Interpersonal Skills

• Strong attention to detail and accurate data entry
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access)
• Familiarity with database systems
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Risk-based decision-making
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
• Strong organisational and planning skills
• Experience with PQS (Pharmaceutical Quality Systems) is desirable

Core Competencies

Agility

• Learns from experience, adapts to change, and embraces new challenges

Business Acumen

• Understands how their role contributes to business success

Collaboration

• Shares knowledge, listens actively, and respects others

Customer Focus

• Understands and responds to internal/external customer needs

Driving Results

• Delivers high-quality work on time, monitors KPIs, and overcomes challenges

Leadership

• Takes responsibility, seeks feedback, and contributes to a positive work environment

Qualifications

Education: BSc in Biology or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Experience: Entry-level (0–4 years); prior QA/GMP experience is beneficial but not essential

Job Type
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Closing Date
04/10/2025

Schroders Personal Wealth aims to improve the way financial advice is offered, by making it more affordable, accessible and powerful for more people. We want to change lives for the better.

As a Quality Assurance (QA) professional, you'll play a key role in ensuring we deliver high-quality software solutions that meet the needs of our diverse customer base. You'll be responsible for carrying out thorough testing and collaborating closely with project teams and developers to achieve successful outcomes. Your contributions will help shape reliable, user-friendly products that make a real difference.

Type
| Fixed Term Contract until 31/12/2026

Location
| National

Salary
| £34,297 - £37,726

Key Responsibilities
In this role, you'll contribute to the quality and reliability of our software solutions through a range of testing and quality assurance activities. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

Software Testing & Automation

• Assess and recommend technologies, frameworks, and tools that support modern, inclusive software development practices.
• Design, set up, and execute both automated and manual tests for internally developed and third-party solutions.
• Communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, both technical and non-technical.
• Collaborate closely with development and project teams to identify, report, and help resolve bugs and defects.

Software Test Strategy

• Recommend appropriate tools and approaches to enhance software testing processes.
• Partner with senior team members to drive improvements across the QA lifecycle.
• Execute automated and manual tests across relevant environments to ensure consistent performance.
• Develop and maintain automated regression test packs to support ongoing quality assurance.

Quality Control

• Create and maintain clear, comprehensive test plans that cover all critical areas of the platform.
• Ensure release and operations teams are informed of known issues, bugs, and any applicable workarounds.
• Provide timely updates and reports on testing progress and outcomes to project stakeholders.

Qualifications & Skills (Examples)

• 2+ years in a Quality Assurance role.
• A basic understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), QA frameworks, automated and manual testing.
• Some experience with of test tooling
• Good problem solving skills and attention to detail.
• Some experience or understanding of distributed version control systems like Git.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, prioritise tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Good problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing technical challenges.
• You are happy working in an Agile delivery environment, interacting directly with other team members and stakeholders on a daily basis.
• Eagerness to learn new skills and technologies

We understand not everyone will meet 100% of the requirements, however we encourage you to apply if you think your skills are a good fit for this role.

This job vacancy may close earlier than the advertised date if a suitable candidate is found. We encourage interested applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible.

Some fantastic benefits SPW colleagues enjoy:

• Generous Holiday Entitlement: 30 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell 5 days.
• Health & Wellbeing: Company-paid Private Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, and Health Screening.
• Company Pension Contribution: A matched pension contribution of up to 15% of your base pay.
• Cash Allowance: Flexible allowance to spend on additional benefits personal to you, including: dental cover, paid sabbatical leave, gym membership, menopause support.
• Bonus Opportunity: Dependent on individual/company performance (eligible after 3 months' service)
• Financial Advice: Access to free financial advice to help secure your financial future.

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We support flexible working:
At SPW, we know how important it is to be able to achieve a balance. We want to support your lifestyle as well as meeting our business needs, so will always aim to be flexible. As well as traditional working patterns, we have colleagues who work informal flexible hours, reduced working hours, and have job-sharing arrangements. Many colleagues work from home, or in a hybrid way.

Ready to restart your career?
We warmly welcome applications from those returning to work after a period of leave, providing appropriate support and training where required.

You belong here:
At SPW, we embrace individuality and diversity of identity, experience, and thought. We actively strive for inclusive behaviours and actions, making appropriate adjustments for disabilities, health conditions and neurodiversities. We ensure equal opportunities for all and transparently report on gender pay to promote fairness.

Schroders Personal Wealth operates under the Senior Managers and Certification Regime as a solo-regulated firm and if this role is classed as a Certified Role under that regime you will be subject to enhanced vetting and will have a number of additional conduct and regulatory duties to adhere to, as well as certifying at least annually that you are fit and proper to perform this role.