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.