Company Description Navantia UK is a UK incorporated company, subsidiary of Spanish Navantia, created to work with UK industrial partners in shipbuilding, defence and in offshore wind energy. With a history that goes back more than 300 hundred years, Navantia is a world reference in the design, building, integration and life cycle support of state-of-the-art war ships for the Spanish Navy and international customers and has extensive experience in ToT programmes. Job Description The CAPA Specialist is responsible for managing and driving the Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) system to address quality non-conformances, eliminate root causes, prevent recurrence, and support continuous improvement across heavy engineering manufacturing operations. Manage the end-to-end CAPA lifecycle, including initiation, investigation, action planning, implementation, and closure Lead root cause analysis for: Internal and external non-conformances Customer complaints Audit findings (internal, customer, certification, regulatory) Supplier quality issues Apply structured problem-solving tools such as: 5 Why Analysis Fishbone (Ishikawa) FMEA Pareto analysis Define, implement, and monitor corrective and preventive actions with cross-functional teams Ensure timely closure of CAPAs and verify effectiveness of implemented actions Coordinate with: Production & Fabrication Engineering & Design Welding, NDT, and Heat Treatment teams Supply Chain & Supplier Quality HSE and Compliance teams Maintain CAPA records in compliance with: ISO 9001 ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 (as applicable) ASME / API / customer-specific requirements Analyse trends related to defects, rework, scrap, and process deviations Support customer audits, certification audits, and regulatory inspections Promote a continuous improvement culture and preventive mindset on the shop floor Prepare CAPA-related reports, dashboards, and management review inputs Qualifications Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS) Proven experience in heavy engineering or industrial manufacturing Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and standards Strong documentation, reporting, and communication skills Ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders Working knowledge of: Fabrication and welding processes Machining and dimensional control NDT and inspection methods Additional Information Equal Opportunity: We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. To ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, we commit to a fair and unbiased recruitment process at every stage. This includes ensuring hiring managers are aware of legislation, providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities, and actively seeking to eliminate any form of discrimination based on race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a recruitment environment where every candidate feels valued and has an equal chance to succeed. If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role on-line please contact us at [email protected] and one of the team will be in contact to help you. Competitive salary Company pension Life Assurance L&D opportunities If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role on-line please contact us at [email protected] and one of the team will be in contact to help you. Location: Methil Department: Health, Safety, Quality & Environment Employment Type: Permanent