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ASSYSTEM; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nuclear engineering firm in the UK seeks a Quality Assurance Specialist to support high-profile nuclear projects. The ideal candidate will manage quality frameworks and ensure compliance with regulations, working five days on site in Bridgwater. Key requirements include strong knowledge of ISO standards and experience in regulated industries. This position offers a chance to contribute to significant energy transition projects and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Pension scheme (8% company contribution)

25 days’ paid annual leave

Professional fees reimbursed

Generous employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in regulated industries, preferably nuclear.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001; ISO 19443 knowledge is preferred.
• Competent in analyzing quality data and metrics.

Responsibilities

• Support client project teams with quality management.
• Facilitate NCR closure processes and investigations.
• Maintain and review Lifetime Quality Records.

Skills

Working in regulated industries (nuclear or infrastructure)

Understanding of ISO 9001

Managing or facilitating NCRs

Analyzing quality data and metrics

Skilled in Excel and PowerPoint

Effective in project teams

Education

ONC or equivalent in Engineering or Business Administration

Job description

Job Description

The Job Mission

This role supports our client’s major UK nuclear projects, operating at the heart of project quality and assurance delivery.

You will work across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring quality frameworks are followed and improvements identified.

This is a varied role requiring hands‑on involvement with project records, audits, data analysis, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• ⚡️ Support client project teams with quality management and governance across nuclear programmes
• ⚡️ Facilitate NCR closure processes and lead root cause investigations
• ⚡️ Maintain and review Lifetime Quality Records and support regulatory readiness
• ⚡️ Assist in developing and reviewing Project Quality Assurance Plans (PQAP) and ITPs
• ⚡️ Lead preparation of quality reports, dashboards, and engagement packs for stakeholders
• ⚡️ Coordinate and track audit findings across subcontractors and internal functions
• ⚡️ Analyse and report on quality metrics including “Right First Time” KPIs
• ⚡️ Drive continuous improvement by highlighting recurring quality issues

Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Must be willing to work on site in Bridgwater 5 days a week
• Experience in regulated industries (preferably nuclear or infrastructure)
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001; knowledge of ISO 19443 preferred
• Experienced in managing or facilitating NCRs and audit actions
• Competent in analysing quality data and metrics
• Skilled user of Excel and PowerPoint for reporting
• Effective at working independently and in project teams
• UK BPSS security clearance eligibility

Desired Skills

• ONC or equivalent in Engineering or Business Administration
• Working knowledge of ONR Licence Conditions
• Familiarity with quality documentation, e.g. CFSI and material certs
• Internal auditor training and experience
• Basic French language skills

Additional Information

Why Apply?

Be part of your future team that’s at the forefront of the nuclear industry, working on missions critical to the energy transition. This is your chance to influence major projects and develop your career with one of the largest nuclear engineering firms globally.

Benefits include :

• Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)
• 25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days
• Professional fees reimbursed
• Generous employee referral scheme

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter ! Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.