About Us
Murphy is a leading international, multi-disciplined engineering and construction company founded in 1951 that improves life by delivering world-class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland and North America, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation, water, power and natural resources. We also have a number of related businesses – Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Murphy Plant; Murphy Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. Murphy employs more than 4,000 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, we work as ‘One Murphy’ by directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success. There’s more to Murphy.
Quality Apprenticeship Programme
This role is pivotal in aiding the Quality Advisor to achieve project excellence. You will be deeply involved in the intricacies of quality management, playing a crucial role in upholding and advancing our commitment to unparalleled standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Inspection and Test Plan Review Mastery: Develop expertise in scrutinizing Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) crafted by our engineers, suppliers, and subcontractors. This involves ensuring a thorough understanding and alignment with client requirements and our internal quality benchmarks.
- Audit Support: Play a supporting role in conducting comprehensive audits across various project facets, ensuring all aspects adhere to our rigorous quality standards. Learning to audit is a key skill and will lead to becoming a Qualified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor.
- Documentation and Handover Excellence: Ensure meticulous compilation and management of handover records, contributing to seamless project transitions and clear documentation trails.
- Non-Conformance Management: Acquire skills in identifying, analysing, and resolving non-conformances. This includes implementing corrective actions and strategies to prevent future occurrences, thereby contributing to continuous improvement.
- Quality Culture Advocacy: Assist in fostering a culture of quality within the site team. This includes educating on best practices, correct processes, and necessary documentation, ensuring adherence to our high standards.
- Data Compilation and Reporting: Aid in gathering and assembling Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and preparing comprehensive monthly reports, providing insights into project performance and areas for improvement.
- Candidate Profile: We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented individual who is eager to learn and contribute to our quality assurance endeavours. A commitment to excellence, the ability to work collaboratively, and strong analytical skills are essential for success in this role.
What qualification will I receive through the apprenticeship?
As part of this apprenticeship, you will follow the Quality Practitioner Level 4 apprenticeship standard which takes up to 18 months to complete.
Where will I be based on the apprenticeship?
For this apprenticeship you will be based on one of our larger sites in the North London or Uxbridge area.
What do I need to be considered for the apprenticeship?
- GCSE Maths and English at grade A*- C / 4-9 (or equivalent)
- 3 A Levels A*-C or BTEC equivalent
- You don’t need to have previous experience for the role, but you do need to be ready to learn, have a positive mindset and a can-do attitude!
- Eligible to work in the UK with a valid work permit if applicable. Please note, that we do not provide sponsorship.
Above all, we need people who will adopt our values and strive to live them:
- One Family, One Team, One Murphy
- Always Deliver
- Respect, Integrity & Accountability
- Never Harm
- Continually Improve
What you’ll get in return
- Dedicated and continued investment in your professional development.
- Murphy is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture, making Murphy a great place to work where we can all thrive. You can get involved in numerous events and even join our committee dedicated to continuously nurturing Murphy’s inclusive culture.
- 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays with the option to buy an additional 2 days holiday each year, holidays increase with length of service
- Charity is at the heart of Murphy values; you will receive 2 days leave per year to donate your time to a charity of your choosing. Many teams choose to support a charity together to positively impact our communities.
- Discretionary annual bonus and annual salary review
- Above market rate contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance, health screening and enhanced sick pay
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay and a maternity returners bonus
- Extra weeks holiday for all employees getting married and a wedding bonus
- Subsidised canteen facilities in core locations
- Other Murphy benefits include retail discounts and cashback, discounted gym memberships, cycle to work scheme etc
- Access to Murphy Wellbeing: you will have access to a host of online tools, mental health trained colleagues, and if needs be external professional support because we understand that work and life offers challenges that sometimes need a little extra support.
Our Recruitment Process
Our recruitment process consists of two stages:
- Application including a CV
- In-person interview
It’s important to us that everybody has an equal chance to succeed, therefore if you'd like to discuss any reasonable adjustments for any part of the recruitment process, please feel free to get in touch at emergingtalent@murphygroup.co.uk.
Please note: Should we receive a high volume of suitable applications we may choose to close our opportunities early. Therefore, to avoid missing out, we do recommend you submit your application asap
Murphy is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.