Total 5 Quality Assurance / Control job vacancies in Guildford, Surrey, GU1 1RU

(Full-time, Permanent)

Applications are invited for the post of Academic Quality Officer in the Academic Quality and Policy Office, which sits within the Directorate of Student Success in the Student Journey Division.

The Academic Quality and Policy Office has responsibility for academic quality assurance, academic regulation and policy development, and academic partnerships. The Academic Quality Officer provides high-level support for the Senior Academic Quality Managers in the operation of school-based quality assurance processes and will provide secretarial support for key University committees. The role holder will also be expected to support the Head of Academic Quality and Policy with key University committees and related work.

This post presents an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and professional individual interested in the work described above. The successful candidate will have excellent organisational and communication skills and the ability to work calmly to deadlines both as an individual and as a member of a team. Proficiency in a variety of IT packages, including MS Office, and excellent attention to detail are also essential as is a flexible attitude and positive outlook. This is a full time and permanent post available as soon as possible.

In return, we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package, including:

Generous annual leave entitlement
Training and Development opportunities
Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution
Various schemes, including Cycle to Work, Season Ticket Loans and help with the cost of Eyesight testing
Free Parking
The post is based in Egham, Surrey where the University is situated in a beautiful, leafy campus near to Windsor Great Park and within commuting distance from London.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Noreen Naughton on Noreen.Naughton@rhul.ac.uk.

For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at: recruitment@rhul.ac.uk .

Please quote the reference: 1124-339

Closing Date: 23:59, 28 November 2024

Interview Date: 19 December 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Senior Compliance Officer

Permanent

Guildford, Surrey

Up to £48,519 per annum




Summary

Morgan Hunt are currently working with a social housing provider based in Surrey, looking for a talented Senior Compliance Officer to join their team.




As a Senior Compliance Officer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the Compliance Team operates seamlessly, unifying diverse disciplines into a cohesive unit and interfacing effectively with the Compliance System. This position requires a highly organised individual who can drive robust compliance testing, manage inspection programmes, and provide comprehensive reporting to key stakeholders.




A vital part of your role will be acting as a key liaison between the Compliance Team and the Regulator of Social Housing. You will ensure our organisation's full compliance, demonstrating to stakeholders that we uphold the highest standards in safety for residents, visitors, contractors, and employees.



Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate the Compliance System implementation, ensuring integration across compliance disciplines for real-time accuracy.
• Develop standardised agendas, action logs, and performance monitoring across compliance contracts.
• Produce reports, agendas, and action plans for regulatory meetings, demonstrating compliance achievements.
• Provide direct support to the Compliance Manager and contract managers, helping manage routine and strategic tasks to ensure contractual adherence.
• Monitor key compliance data and certification in collaboration with contractors and internal teams to maintain timely reporting.

About you:

• Strong knowledge of compliance requirements within social housing, with a proven track record of managing multi-discipline compliance functions.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite; adept at learning new systems and technologies swiftly.
• Exceptional communication skills, able to represent the Compliance Team professionally to senior management, stakeholders, and regulators.
• Effective at problem-solving, proactive task management, and prioritisation under deadlines.
• A-Level or equivalent experience; evidence of commitment to professional development (CPD).
• Extensive experience in a high-level compliance role within a regulated environment, preferably social housing.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Location: Woking, Surrey
Hours: 40 Hours
- Monday
- Friday Flexible Hours Salary: £38,000 per annum

Serco is a FTSE 250 international service company that improves the quality and efficiency of essential services that matter to millions of people around the world.

Our Environmental Services business has seen extraordinary nationwide growth over the last few years, and we`re looking for a Tree Surveyor to help us continue to deliver a first-class service.

Job Purpose
To work as part of the operational team providing arboriculture support and technical experience, including the use of specialist IT systems to assist with the management, inspection and control of tree stock from inspections through to completion of maintenance.

Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Environmental Technician the Tree Surveyor will be responsible for the administration and support of the organisation's asset management system, PSS (trees). Using the system, to undertake surveys and specify necessary works to be issued to the term contractor, generate regular management reports and statistics, as well as producing prioritised work plans and progress monitoring. You will be confident in undertaking tree surveys for risk management purposes, recording observations and making work recommendations.
Respond to customer enquiries, undertaking site meetings and site inspections in order to answer the queries within corporate guidelines. A high standard of accuracy, quality and customer care shall be maintained at all times to ensure that services are delivered, and any problems resolved within the terms of the Service Level Agreement.

Person Specification
Skills/Abilities
· Numerate and literate to good standard. GCSE grade A-C / O level.
· Well organised, self-motivated and able to prioritise a changing workload to meet deadlines.
· Good IT skills including Excel, Powerpoint, MS Word, and email.
· Excellent observation and decision-making skills able to make expert recommendations on tree issues
· Excellent communication skills in verbal and written form.
· Ability to maintain and build upon third party, internal and external relationships in line with Council policies. (desirable)
· Experience at presenting tree information in a formal environment such as a committee meeting (desirable)

Knowledge
· Knowledge of and competency using databases such as PSS (Trees) and GIS systems, Kaarbon Tech (not essential)
· Carryout tree inspections and provide written reports.
· Identify and take the appropriate action to deal with defected or failing trees.
· Understanding of frontline operational services, ideally to include tree, parks and playground services.
· Understanding the principles of performance and compliance management
· Demonstrable previous relevant industry experience is desirable.

Qualifications
· GCSE Maths & English
· Technical Certificate Arboricultral Association Level 3 or equivalent
· Full UK Driving Licence

Personal
· Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
· Must have ability to work as part of a team to achieve the company goals.
· Must have a flexible ‘’Can Do’’ approach to support the smooth running of the services.
· Ability to work under pressure and deliver demanding objectives.
· Willingness to undertake further training.


What we offer

- Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
- A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your family such as Employee Assistance Programme, Simply Health Plans, Annual Leave Purchase Scheme and more
- Access to a huge range of discounts and exclusive deals such as Merlin Attractions, Mobile Phone discounts, Cinema discounts, Leisure and Hospitality discounts
- Committed to professional and personal development with a wide range of training and coaching opportunities to expand your capabilities
- 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays


About Serco
At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.




About SercoAt Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.
By joining Serco you will have unlimited access to our Global Employee Networks – SercoInspire (Gender), SercoEmbrace (Multicultural), SercoUnlimited (Disability) and In@Serco (LGBT & Networks). Serco Employee Networks, led by colleagues who are passionate about diversity, inclusion and belonging.
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At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. We operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly Disability Confident Leader employers and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000.
At Serco we support fair access to employment for those with unspent criminal convictions through the ‘Ban the Box’ pledge (some may be exempt due to the nature of the role and the security clearance required). Please contact our recruitment team directly on 0345 010 4000 to discuss.
Location: Woking, Surrey
Hours: 40 Hours
- Monday
- Friday Flexible Hours Salary: £38,000 per annum

Serco is a FTSE 250 international service company that improves the quality and efficiency of essential services that matter to millions of people around the world.

Our Environmental Services business has seen extraordinary nationwide growth over the last few years, and we`re looking for a Tree Surveyor to help us continue to deliver a first-class service.

Job Purpose
To work as part of the operational team providing arboriculture support and technical experience, including the use of specialist IT systems to assist with the management, inspection and control of tree stock from inspections through to completion of maintenance.

Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Environmental Technician the Tree Surveyor will be responsible for the administration and support of the organisation's asset management system, PSS (trees). Using the system, to undertake surveys and specify necessary works to be issued to the term contractor, generate regular management reports and statistics, as well as producing prioritised work plans and progress monitoring. You will be confident in undertaking tree surveys for risk management purposes, recording observations and making work recommendations.
Respond to customer enquiries, undertaking site meetings and site inspections in order to answer the queries within corporate guidelines. A high standard of accuracy, quality and customer care shall be maintained at all times to ensure that services are delivered, and any problems resolved within the terms of the Service Level Agreement.

Person Specification
Skills/Abilities
· Numerate and literate to good standard. GCSE grade A-C / O level.
· Well organised, self-motivated and able to prioritise a changing workload to meet deadlines.
· Good IT skills including Excel, Powerpoint, MS Word, and email.
· Excellent observation and decision-making skills able to make expert recommendations on tree issues
· Excellent communication skills in verbal and written form.
· Ability to maintain and build upon third party, internal and external relationships in line with Council policies. (desirable)
· Experience at presenting tree information in a formal environment such as a committee meeting (desirable)

Knowledge
· Knowledge of and competency using databases such as PSS (Trees) and GIS systems, Kaarbon Tech (not essential)
· Carryout tree inspections and provide written reports.
· Identify and take the appropriate action to deal with defected or failing trees.
· Understanding of frontline operational services, ideally to include tree, parks and playground services.
· Understanding the principles of performance and compliance management
· Demonstrable previous relevant industry experience is desirable.

Qualifications
· GCSE Maths & English
· Technical Certificate Arboricultral Association Level 3 or equivalent
· Full UK Driving Licence

Personal
· Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
· Must have ability to work as part of a team to achieve the company goals.
· Must have a flexible ‘’Can Do’’ approach to support the smooth running of the services.
· Ability to work under pressure and deliver demanding objectives.
· Willingness to undertake further training.


What we offer

- Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
- A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your family such as Employee Assistance Programme, Simply Health Plans, Annual Leave Purchase Scheme and more
- Access to a huge range of discounts and exclusive deals such as Merlin Attractions, Mobile Phone discounts, Cinema discounts, Leisure and Hospitality discounts
- Committed to professional and personal development with a wide range of training and coaching opportunities to expand your capabilities
- 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays


About Serco
At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.


Location: Woking, Surrey
Hours: 40 Hours
- Monday
- Friday Flexible Hours Salary: £38,000 per annum

Serco is a FTSE 250 international service company that improves the quality and efficiency of essential services that matter to millions of people around the world.

Our Environmental Services business has seen extraordinary nationwide growth over the last few years, and we`re looking for a Tree Surveyor to help us continue to deliver a first-class service.

Job Purpose
To work as part of the operational team providing arboriculture support and technical experience, including the use of specialist IT systems to assist with the management, inspection and control of tree stock from inspections through to completion of maintenance.

Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Environmental Technician the Tree Surveyor will be responsible for the administration and support of the organisation's asset management system, PSS (trees). Using the system, to undertake surveys and specify necessary works to be issued to the term contractor, generate regular management reports and statistics, as well as producing prioritised work plans and progress monitoring. You will be confident in undertaking tree surveys for risk management purposes, recording observations and making work recommendations.
Respond to customer enquiries, undertaking site meetings and site inspections in order to answer the queries within corporate guidelines. A high standard of accuracy, quality and customer care shall be maintained at all times to ensure that services are delivered, and any problems resolved within the terms of the Service Level Agreement.

Person Specification
Skills/Abilities
· Numerate and literate to good standard. GCSE grade A-C / O level.
· Well organised, self-motivated and able to prioritise a changing workload to meet deadlines.
· Good IT skills including Excel, Powerpoint, MS Word, and email.
· Excellent observation and decision-making skills able to make expert recommendations on tree issues
· Excellent communication skills in verbal and written form.
· Ability to maintain and build upon third party, internal and external relationships in line with Council policies. (desirable)
· Experience at presenting tree information in a formal environment such as a committee meeting (desirable)

Knowledge
· Knowledge of and competency using databases such as PSS (Trees) and GIS systems, Kaarbon Tech (not essential)
· Carryout tree inspections and provide written reports.
· Identify and take the appropriate action to deal with defected or failing trees.
· Understanding of frontline operational services, ideally to include tree, parks and playground services.
· Understanding the principles of performance and compliance management
· Demonstrable previous relevant industry experience is desirable.

Qualifications
· GCSE Maths & English
· Technical Certificate Arboricultral Association Level 3 or equivalent
· Full UK Driving Licence

Personal
· Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
· Must have ability to work as part of a team to achieve the company goals.
· Must have a flexible ‘’Can Do’’ approach to support the smooth running of the services.
· Ability to work under pressure and deliver demanding objectives.
· Willingness to undertake further training.


What we offer

- Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
- A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your family such as Employee Assistance Programme, Simply Health Plans, Annual Leave Purchase Scheme and more
- Access to a huge range of discounts and exclusive deals such as Merlin Attractions, Mobile Phone discounts, Cinema discounts, Leisure and Hospitality discounts
- Committed to professional and personal development with a wide range of training and coaching opportunities to expand your capabilities
- 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays


About Serco
At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

The purpose of this role is to facilitate the development of a culture of continuous quality improvement at Royal Surrey through using expert knowledge and skill in improvement methods. By supporting, coaching and leading people in delivering improvement, the post holder helps to deliver the organisations True North and Breakthrough Objectives. The post holder will provide quality improvement knowledge and expertise to the organisation through training, coaching, and facilitating projects to help make quality improvement the way we do things. They will act as a role model in promoting a culture of improvement and transformation, working with teams at all levels to challenge current practice and deliver significant and quantifiable improvements towards achieving our True North and Breakthrough Objectives. Using lean thinking as the basis, they will be responsible for developing, documenting and disseminating our quality improvement approach so that we build skill and expertise in quality improvement across the Trust. A key part of the role will be to support the development of others in the organisation in quality improvement methods. In addition, they will support pathway improvement activity that addresses defined organisational priorities and address complex challenges by facilitating change at an individual, team and service level.

MOT Tester Vacancy - Oxted
Salary: up to £40,000 Basic
Working hours: 8:30am - 5pm Monday - Friday - NO WEEKENDS.

Are you a skilled and certified MOT Tester looking to join a reputable and dynamic team? Our Clients independent site is seeking a dedicated professional to ensure our customers receive the highest standards of vehicle testing and safety.

Located in Oxted, our client pride themselves on delivering top-quality automotive services and maintaining a strong reputation for reliability and excellence. Their team is committed to upholding the highest standards of customer satisfaction and vehicle safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct MOT tests in line with DVSA guidelines.
• Diagnose and report vehicle defects and issues.
• Perform vehicle maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Ensure all MOT documentation is accurately completed and submitted.
• Provide exceptional customer service and explain MOT results to clients.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Stay updated with the latest MOT testing standards and regulations.

Qualifications:

• Valid MOT Tester certification.
• Proven experience as an MOT Tester in a professional automotive environment.
• Strong knowledge of DVSA regulations and testing procedures.
• Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Supportive and friendly work environment.

If you are a qualified MOT Tester looking for a new challenge and want to be part of a trusted and dynamic team, we want to hear from you.

VTSTH

Consultant: Ryan Scholes

Octane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.

We are recruiting across the UK for Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Senior Technician, Master Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, PDI Technician, Prep Technician, MOT Tester, Fast Fit Technician, LCV Technician, Light Commercial Technician, HGV Technician, Bus Technician, LGV Technician, HGV Engineer, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter

Octane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments.