Quality Manager
Likely
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer has issued visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
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£48,200
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2482 (82% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £48,200, and Facultatieve Technologies is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 2481 (Quality control and planning engineers). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2482 Quality assurance and regulatory professionals Most likely code | £33,800 | £38,600 | £43,400 | £48,200 |
2481 Quality control and planning engineers Also possible | £33,400 | £33,400 | £37,500 | £41,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
About Facultatieve Technologies
Facultatieve Technologies is a global leader in cremation and incineration systems, delivering environmentally responsible and technically advanced solutions to customers worldwide.
Guided by our mission - Leading with Integrity, Innovating with Purpose, Prioritising Sustainability - we design, manufacture and service high-performance systems trusted in over 20 countries. With more than 140 years of engineering heritage and a strong commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement, we are proud to set the standard in our industry.
About the Role
We are seeking a Quality Manager to join our team in Leeds. This role exists to lead the quality function and take responsibility for the effectiveness of the quality management system and quality performance across internal departments and the supply chain. You will be responsible for setting clear quality objectives, establishing consistent standards and driving improvements throughout production and delivery.
This opportunity would suit an experienced Quality Manager looking to join a stable, international engineering business with long-term growth plans, bringing strong expertise in ISO 9001, quality management systems, auditing, root cause analysis and continuous improvement within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Own and maintain the quality management system in line with ISO 9001 requirements, ensuring procedures, quality records and document controls are effective and consistently applied.
- Agree quality objectives and improvement priorities with the Group Head of SHEQ. Develop and deliver an improvement plan with clear owners, timescales and measures of success.
- Lead quality activities across engineering, manufacturing, procurement and service teams. Provide direction, coaching and training, and manage any assigned quality personnel.
(Responsibilities will reflect business priorities and may evolve in line with operational needs.)
What We’re Looking For
Essential
- More than five years of relevant quality experience in manufacturing or engineering, with proven experience in quality management and leading improvements across teams.
- Strong working knowledge of maintaining and improving ISO 9001 quality management systems, supported by practical internal and supplier audit experience.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications, assess product conformity and apply inspection and quality control methods.
- Practical experience of NCR management, root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions, customer complaint resolution and supplier quality improvement.
- Clear communication skills and confidence working with customers, suppliers, senior managers and other business units. Ability to influence colleagues and establish accountability for quality.
- Ability to work autonomously, prioritise competing demands, analyse quality data and manage time effectively.
- A sound understanding of health and safety principles and a commitment to upholding them within the SHEQ function.
- Willingness to travel nationally and occasionally internationally.
Working Pattern & Travel
Full time, 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday) with one day per week working from home.
What We Offer
- 24 days’ annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus bank holidays
- Festive December shutdown
- An additional paid day off for your birthday
- Competitive pension scheme with company contributions matched up to 5%
- Company sick pay
- Life assurance at 6x your annual salary
- Health Shield wellbeing support and health care cash plan.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering confidential advice and support
Inclusion & Diversity
Facultatieve Technologies is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and support our continued success.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Facultatieve Technologies, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Quality assurance and regulatory professionals (SOC 2482) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~137k in sample- Middle half £39,520–66,040
- Median £49,504
- Going rate £48,200
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,800–43,400
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Facultatieve Technologies holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2482 going rate of £48,200. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.