Job Description

About

For over three decades, TMS has been a trusted leader in the civils marine industry, delivering essential services and infrastructure that protect and empower coastal and flood-prone communities across the UK.

From marine construction and commercial diving to flood defences, emergency repairs, and piling, we have honed exceptional expertise across the sector. Our team's dedication and innovation enable us to tackle challenges of every scale with confidence and precision.

In the past ten years, TMS has experienced remarkable, sustainable growth, positioning us to successfully deliver multi-million-pound projects while exceeding client expectations. At the heart of everything we do is a steadfast commitment to our customers. Our ethos is simple: place our customers first and complete every project with excellence, integrity, and a relentless focus on satisfaction.

Join us as we continue to build a stronger, safer future for our communities and the marine industry.

Role Summary

The Compliance & Quality Manager plays a pivotal role in upholding the integrity and excellence of operations at TMS. Responsible for ensuring that all activities comply with applicable regulations, standards, and internal policies, this role safeguards the organisation's reputation and operational effectiveness. The Compliance & Quality Manager develops, implements, and monitors robust quality systems and compliance frameworks, supporting continuous improvement across the business. Working closely with leaders and teams, this role fosters a culture of accountability, transparency, and quality, while aligning processes with the company's strategic objectives and regulatory obligations.

Job Purpose:

The Compliance and Quality Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting the HSE Director and QHS & EP Manager in maintaining and enhancing the company's compliance and quality management systems. The postholder will contribute to the effective delivery of internal and external audits, supply chain evaluations, carbon management systems and quality assurance processes across the organisation. They will ensure that business operations continue to meet regulatory, legal, and customer standards, while upholding ISO management systems and broader QHSE objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the QHS & EP Manager and HSE Director in the planning, execution, and follow-up of internal and external audits.

Maintain and develop quality and compliance documentation in line with ISO 9001 and other applicable standards.

Coordinate the collation and response process, including assessment and audit of suppliers and client questionnaires and due diligence forms. Also to develop a system that is freely accessible to all management.

Assist in the administration and delivery of online audits and site-based QHSE inspections.

Monitor and review compliance across business units, identifying areas for continuous improvement. (KPI's)

Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure compliance standards are consistently met.

Support the maintenance and continual improvement of the company's Integrated Management System (IMS).

Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and corrective/preventative action processes.

Assist in the delivery of training and awareness programmes related to compliance and quality standards.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations and ISO standard developments.

Key Skills & Competencies:

Essential:

Degree-level education or strong equivalent

Minimum of 5 years' experience in a compliance and quality management role.

Demonstrable knowledge and experience of working within ISO frameworks (particularly ISO 9001; knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 advantageous).

Understanding of UK Health & Safety legislation and H&S systems.

Experience supporting audit processes and managing documentation for internal and external stakeholders.

Experience in Carbon Management systems, processes and online portals.

Strong organisational skills and high attention to detail.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Proficiency with MS Office and online audit management tools.

Desirable:

Degree level or equivalent in Quality/Compliance Management

Carbon Management Experience / Knowledge

Experience within a high-risk or technical industry sector (e.g. marine, construction, or energy).

Lead Auditor qualification (ISO 9001 or other standards).

NEBOSH or equivalent H&S qualification.

Remuneration and Benefits

Salary 47,000 per annum

23 days leave plus UK bank holidays

AXA Health insurances

Pension

Life Insurance

Applications

Please send your CV and Cover Letter to Recruitment@tmsmaritime.co.uk

TMS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace committed to building a team culture that celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 47,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Life insurance Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Compliance & Quality Manager