Q1 - Surveillance & Inspection

Framatome; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

8% pension contribution

Employee assistance programme

Private health care

Job summary

Framatome UK is seeking a Quality Inspection Superintendent to lead the quality process at Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater. You will oversee inspectors, manage competency assessments, and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and 14001 across multiple scopes.

The role requires extensive site inspection experience, CSWIP/DPI qualifications, and strong coordination with construction managers. On-site work pattern is required with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in a site inspection role at a heavy industry or construction site.
• CSWIP 3.1 and CSWIP 3.2 Senior Inspector qualifications.
• PCN DPI L2 is required.
• ILM and SMSTS beneficial for leadership and site safety.

Responsibilities

• Act as daily focal point for Quality inspectors’ concerns and issues.

Skills

CSWIP 3.1

PCN DPI L2

ILM

SMSTS

Mechanical trade

Welding & fabrication

CSWIP 3.2 Senior inspector

PCN RT Interpretation

Education

Technical Certificate / Diploma

Job description

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Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative, digital and value added solutions for the global nuclear fleet. With worldwide expertise and a proven track record for reliability and performance, the company designs, services and installs components, fuel, and instrumentation and control systems for nuclear power plants. Its more than 20 000 employees work every day to help Framatome's customers supply ever cleaner, safer and more economical low-carbon energy. Visit us at www.framatome.com, and follow us on Twitter: @Framatome_ and LinkedIn: Framatome.
Framatome is owned by the EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI – 19.5%).

Reference number

2026-28230

Publication date

11/3/2026

Job type

Non fixed term

At Framatome we are a global leader in nuclear energy, recognised for delivering innovative, value-added technologies that design, build, maintain, and advance the world's nuclear fleet. With 23,000 employees in over 70 locations worldwide, we provide components, fuel, and control systems for nuclear power plants, along with a full suite of reactor services — all focused on improving safety, performance, and sustainability.

Backed by EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (19.5%), we're driving the future of clean energy. Here in the UK, our team is now over 500 strong — and growing. As we expand our service offerings across the UK nuclear industry, we're aiming to continue our growth journey.

Now's your chance to join a company that is shaping the energy transition — where your expertise will matter, your growth will be supported, and your work will help power generations to come.

Energise Your Career with Framatome UK – Powering a Safer, Smarter Nuclear Future

We are currently seeking a Quality Inspection Superintendent to join our team in Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater to supportthe quality process to ensure the high level of quality standards are maintained and in accordance with the relevant requirements across multiple scopes.

What will you be doing?

Managerial responsibility’s:

• Daily focal point for Quality inspectors concerns and issues
• Yearly PDAs, Probation reviews and competency assessments
• Monthly team touch base – Here and now format
• Oversite and approval of QI working hours Via Planday
• Absence management and RTWsBrief overview of the role here.
• Ensure compliance to the Quality Management Systems, policies and procedures to assure continuing compliance to ISO 9001 and 14001 standards.
• Liaise with internal and external customers on Quality concerns.
• Resource allocation of inspection team across all scopes, Liaise with Construction Managers to understand expectations for the day & allocate tasks to the quality inspection team.
• Ensure compliance to the contract quality assurance plan & Project requirements.
• Ensure compliance to customer and product specifications through rigorous inspections.
• Monitor sub-contractors works where applicable.
• Where applicable QE Support on the approval of incoming materials by confirming specifications; conducting visual and measurement tests; rejecting and returning unacceptable materials.
• Approving in-process production by confirming specifications; conducting visual and measurement tests; communicating required adjustments to production supervisor
• Approving finished products by confirming specifications; conducting visual and measurement tests; returning products for rework; confirming rework,
• Dealing with document inspection results by completing reports and logs; summarising rework and waste
• Keeping measurement equipment in working condition by following operating instructions; calling for repairs
• Managing non-conformities and help to address them, managing corrective and preventative actions and organising their implementation.
• Exchanging with the client quality inspector & notifying of upcoming inspections.
• Compilation of SONIM’s (NOI’s) for the following days activities & submission.
• Maintain shared quality working folders ensuring information within is up to date – Procedures, Weld books, Weld maps, drawings & Applicable works information.
• Support the construction team with the progression of NCRs, FCRs with proposals and solutions.
• Provide a look ahead for works packages and review all works information.
• Reporting on productivity, Progress and delays in weekly schedule meeting.
• Monitor, Track & Coordinate all inspection activities - Maintain full FieldView oversight
• Aid in the review of reports, ITPs, weld info

Profile

What are we looking for?

• Extensive experience in a site inspection role
• CSWIP 3.1
• PCN DPI L2
• ILM
• SMSTS
• Mechanical trade, Welding & fabrication - NVQ L3 or equivelant
• CSWIP 3.2 Senior inpector
• PCN RT Interperetation

Work pattern: On-Site

Benefits we offer:

• 25 days annual leave per year rising by 1 day for every 2 years worked (max 30 days) + Bank Holidays
• 8% employer pension contribution with employee 1% contribution (salary sacrifice)
• Employee assistance programme (EAP)

Our benefits package also includes Individual and family private health care, Dental insurance – individual cover, Cashplan – Level 2 cover - individual and family cover, Life assurance (4x salary), Income Protection, Professional Body Membership, Tusker Electric car scheme (salary sacrifice), Cycle to Work scheme (salary sacrifice), and Generous family leave.

Job location

United Kingdom, Bridgwater

Job location (site)

Hinkley Point C

Job family

Standard

Minimum level of education required

Technical Certificate / Diploma

Minimum level of experience required

Experienced

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