Developing Quality Engineer

16th January, 2026

Developing Quality Engineer

Location: Great Yarmouth

Company: ODE Asset Management Limited (ODEAM)

Contract: Permanent | Full Time

About ODE Asset Management:

ODE Asset Management (ODE) is an established Asset Management and Operations Support provider with offices in Aberdeen and Great Yarmouth. As part of the DORIS Group, we draw on over 25 years’ experience supporting the UK energy sector and over 60 years’ collective experience across oil and gas operations.

We work as an extension of our clients’ teams, delivering engineering, project and operational support underpinned by strong governance, safety and continuous improvement. Our people are central to our success, and we actively invest in developing technical and project capability across the organisation.

For further information, please visit our website: www.ode-ltd.co.uk

About the Developing Quality Engineer Role:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-focused Developing Quality Engineer to join our Quality team, based in Great Yarmouth.

This role is designed to support the implementation and maintenance of ODE’s Quality Management System (QMS) and to develop capability across quality assurance, quality control and continuous improvement activities. Working under the guidance of the Lead Quality Engineer, the successful candidate will gain structured exposure to projects and operational quality activities, progressing toward a fully autonomous Quality Engineer role.

The role supports delivery of work in compliance with applicable standards, client requirements and regulatory obligations, while promoting a culture of quality, learning and right-first-time performance.

Key responsibilities include:

Quality Management System (QMS)

  • Supporting the maintenance and continuous improvement of the company QMS
  • Assisting with the development, review and control of quality procedures, processes and records
  • Supporting supplier, vendor and subcontractor quality assurance activities

Project & Operational Quality Support

  • Assisting with preparation and review of Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs)
  • Supporting review of quality documentation, certification and project dossiers
  • Providing quality support to project and operational teams under supervision

Audits, Inspections & Compliance

  • Supporting internal and external audits, including preparation and close-out of actions
  • Assisting with site and fabrication inspections as required
  • Tracking audit findings, non-conformances and corrective actions to closure

Non-Conformance & Continuous Improvement

  • Supporting identification, reporting and close-out of non-conformances (NCRs)
  • Assisting with root cause analysis and corrective / preventive actions
  • Contributing to lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Interfacing with project teams, operations, contractors and suppliers
  • Supporting communication of quality requirements and expectations

Skills, Experience and qualities we are looking for:

  • Quality Management System (QMS)
  • Supporting the maintenance and continuous improvement of the company QMS
  • Assisting with the development, review and control of quality procedures, processes and records
  • Supporting supplier, vendor and subcontractor quality assurance activities
  • Project & Operational Quality Support
  • Assisting with preparation and review of Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs)
  • Supporting review of quality documentation, certification and project dossiers
  • Providing quality support to project and operational teams under supervision
  • Audits, Inspections & Compliance
  • Supporting internal and external audits, including preparation and close-out of actions
  • Assisting with site and fabrication inspections as required
  • Tracking audit findings, non-conformances and corrective actions to closure
  • Non-Conformance & Continuous Improvement
  • Supporting identification, reporting and close-out of non-conformances (NCRs)
  • Assisting with root cause analysis and corrective / preventive actions
  • Contributing to lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Interfacing with project teams, operations, contractors and suppliers
  • Supporting communication of quality requirements and expectations
  • Positive learning mindset with motivation to develop a career in project engineering

Why Join ODEAM?

At ODE, we offer a supportive and professional environment where developing engineers are given structured training, mentoring exposure and responsibility to build long‑term careers. This role offers an excellent opportunity to build a career in quality engineering within a supportive and professional environment, working across projects and operations in the energy sector.

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

  • A competitive salary
  • Minimum of 22 days annual leave (plus bank holiday)
  • Company Pension
  • Company performance related bonus
  • Salary sacrifice electric car scheme
  • Sick pay
  • Life Insurance
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programme

How to Apply:

If you believe you have the skills, drive and qualities to succeed in this role, please submit your CV along with a covering email or letter outlining why you are interested in the Developing Quality Engineer position at ODE.

Applications should be sent to:  odeam-recruitment@ode-ltd.co.uk by Monday 26 January 2026.  Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application