Quality & Continuous Improvement Lead

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society. About the role ============== Step into a leadership role where you can drive quality, compliance, and continuous improvement at Sulzer’s Leeds Service Centre — a key facility specialising in the repair, overhaul, and maintenance of rotating equipment for customers across power generation, oil & gas, water, and other heavy industries. Known for its technical capability and fast‑turnaround support, the centre plays a vital role in helping customers minimise downtime and maximise performance. In this position, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by strengthening quality standards, shaping improvement initiatives, and supporting a high‑performing, customer‑focused operation. **Your main responsibilities:** * Investigate and resolve quality issues using structured root‑cause analysis, ensuring robust corrective and preventive actions * Lead and champion continuous improvement initiatives using LEAN methodology, working closely with the local management team * Oversee the internal audit programme and support successful outcomes in customer and third‑party audits * Monitor supplier performance and collaborate with procurement to enhance quality, conformance, and reliability **To succeed in this role, you will need:** * A recognised qualification in mechanical engineering **or** significant experience in a relevant service or repair environment * Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 and experience maintaining or managing quality management systems * Proven success in leading LEAN or continuous improvement projects, with strong structured problem‑solving abilities * Excellent communication, leadership, and influencing skills * An understanding of repair processes, rotating equipment, and supplier quality standards What we offer you ================= We’ve recently invested significantly in modernising our Leeds Service Centre — creating a brighter, more efficient, and more advanced workspace designed to support high‑quality work and a great employee experience. Alongside our upgraded facilities, you’ll benefit from: **Core Benefits** * Competitive salary & annual bonus scheme * 33 days’ holiday * Defined pension contribution * Employee Assistance Programmes * Discounts on shopping, entertainment & lifestyle * Costco membership option * Discounted personal car leasing for you, family & friends * Long Service Awards * Ongoing learning through Sulzer Learning Pathways **Onsite Perks** * Free, secure parking with EV charging * Multi-faith prayer room * Newly modernised work areas **Community & Wellbeing** * Lively Sports & Social Club with events & prize draws * 24/7 onsite gym * Subsidised vending machines * Subsidised Canteen offering hot and cold food Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.   We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.