Nuclear Asset Engineer: Maintenance & Reliability

Morson Edge; Bath; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Edge seeks an Asset Engineer to support maintenance and operational readiness at Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater, with regular travel to nearby sites. The role focuses on governance, pre-operational maintenance, and safe, high-performing plant operations.

You will provide technical oversight, coordinate contractor activities, and help ensure equipment meets safety and performance requirements in a highly regulated nuclear environment.

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification (HNC/HND/degree).
• Experience in civil engineering within large construction.
• Knowledge of UK nuclear regulatory quality standards.
• Experience with asset management tools.
• Strong communication and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Maintenance Leads in delivering the Comm-Ops Maintenance programme.
• Provide governance of contractors and oversee pre-operational routines.
• Review documentation, chair meetings and ensure compliance.
• Troubleshoot plant issues and implement corrective actions.
• Develop standards and procedures for safe, reliable operations.
• Apply learning from the nuclear industry to performance improvements.
• Work flexibly and undertake required training.

Skills

Maintenance practices

Regulatory compliance

UK nuclear framework

Communication

IT skills

Analytical

Independent working

Proactive

Education

Engineering qualification (HNC/HND/degree)

Tools

Asset management tool

Job description

Morson Edge seeks an Asset Engineer to support maintenance and operational readiness at Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater, with regular travel to nearby sites. The role focuses on governance, pre-operational maintenance, and safe, high-performing plant operations.

You will provide technical oversight, coordinate contractor activities, and help ensure equipment meets safety and performance requirements in a highly regulated nuclear environment.