Supply Chain Quality Engineer – Plymouth (Devonport Royal Dockyard)

Carmichael UK is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Quality Engineer to join a major infrastructure redevelopment project at Devonport Royal Dockyard in Plymouth. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to one of the UK’s most high-profile defence programmes.

The Role

As a Supply Chain Quality Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring supply chain partners deliver works to the highest standards. You’ll be responsible for supplier assessments, auditing, inspections, and ensuring compliance with robust Quality Management Systems (QMS). Acting as a vital link between the supply chain and the client, you will help drive a strong culture of quality and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and audit supply chain organisations

• Review supply chain Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)

• Liaise with the client on inspections, testing, and surveillance activities

• Conduct quality inspections, surveillances, and witness testing

• Support investigations into quality issues and help resolve them

• Deliver quality training modules to supply chain staff

• Carry out supplier factory/facility visits to monitor performance

• Produce surveillance reports and track supplier performance

• Support implementation of QMS, supply chain quality plans, and KPIs

• Monitor NCRs, CARs, and quality improvement initiatives

What We’re Looking For

• Degree or HNC in Civil Engineering, Construction, or Quality-related field

• Experience in auditing, inspections, and supplier visits

• Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems and ITPs

• CSCS White PQP/AQP card holder

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Additional Information

• Location: Plymouth – Devonport Royal Dockyard

• Hours: 42.5 hours per week (08:00 – 17:00) - on site

• Clearance: BPSS security clearance is required (can take up to 8 weeks)

• Eligibility: Candidates must hold a passport from an EU, NATO, Five Eyes, or MISWG member country and have resided in the UK for the past 5 years