Quality Lead

Bridge Carbon

. Lead and continuously improve Bridge Carbon's Quality Management System (QMS) .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeCape Town • South AfricaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Quality Management Systems, including ISO 9001 principles, and has a strong background in developing quality processes and audit frameworks. Proven ability to lead teams, engage stakeholders, and implement Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification processes across diverse operational environments.

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Quality Management SystemsISO 9001 PrinciplesCarbon Standards (Verra, Gold Standard)Validation and Verification AuditsProject Management

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Hard Skills

Quality ProcessesSOP DevelopmentDocument ControlContinuous Improvement MethodologiesData Quality AssuranceAudit FrameworksMonitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV)

Soft Skills

LeadershipStakeholder EngagementMentoringCross-Cultural Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

ISO 9001 Lead AuditorISO 9001 Lead Implementer

Industry Keywords

Quality ManagementEnvironmental ScienceSustainabilityCarbon MethodologiesOperational Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and continuously improve Bridge Carbon's Quality Management System (QMS)
Develop and maintain quality processes, SOPs, document control systems, and audit frameworks
Ensure organisational audit readiness and support verification and validation activities
Oversee implementation of Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) processes across multiple countries and carbon methodologies
Drive data quality, quality assurance, and continuous improvement initiatives
Lead internal audits, corrective action processes, and quality reviews
Partner with operational, carbon, compliance, finance, HR, and technology teams to strengthen governance and performance
Mentor and support quality teams across Africa and Asia
Report to the Head of Carbon Operations
Lead a team including the Data & MRV Lead and Country Quality Assurance Managers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant experience working with recognised carbon standards such as Verra, Gold Standard, or similar frameworks
Experience supporting or leading validation and verification audits
Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems, ISO 9001 principles, SOP development, document control, and continuous improvement methodologies
Demonstrated ability to build or improve quality systems and operational processes
Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and project management skills
Experience working across multiple countries, cultures, and operational environments
Willingness to travel regularly to project sites and country offices
Master's degree in environmental science, Engineering, Sustainability, Quality Management, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
ISO 9001 Lead Auditor or Lead Implementer certification is advantageous

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employer
Inclusive work environment
Opportunity to work on high-impact climate projects across Africa and Asia
Opportunity to shape quality systems, processes, and quality culture
Work alongside professionals dedicated to environmental and social impact
Regular travel to project sites and country offices