Supply Chain Specialist - Audit & Performance

FRAMATOME; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in nuclear energy is seeking a Supply Chain Specialist to ensure compliance with Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental (QHSE) standards. This role involves conducting supplier audits aligned with ISO standards and UK regulatory requirements. As part of a dedicated team, you will help onboard new suppliers while ensuring they meet contractual obligations. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the safety and performance of the nuclear supply chain, with a focus on continuous improvement and compliance. Join a forward-thinking company that values safety and quality in its operations.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

8% employer pension contribution

Private healthcare

Dental insurance

Life assurance

Employee assistance program

Income protection

Professional body membership

Tusker electric car scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as a QHSE Auditor in nuclear or regulated sectors.
• Strong knowledge of UK nuclear quality assurance standards.
• Ability to conduct audits against ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute supplier audits in compliance with ISO regulations.
• Assess supplier quality management systems and safety procedures.
• Prepare reports and promote continuous improvement.

Skills

QHSE Auditing

ISO 9001

ISO 14001

ISO 45001

Supplier Quality Management

Risk Management

Report Writing

Stakeholder Management

Problem Solving

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate Level 3

Lead Auditor qualification in ISO 9001

Tools

Performance Management Techniques

Root Cause Analysis Techniques

Job description

Supply Chain Specialist - Audit & Performance

Job details

General information

Legal company

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 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

2025-22247

Publication date

5/1/2025

Job details

Category

SC - SUPPLY CHAIN - SCB - SUPPLY CHAIN

Job Opening Title

Supply Chain Specialist - Audit & Performance

Job type

Non fixed term

BU description

Framatome is a major international player in the nuclear energy market recognized for its innovative solutions and value-added technologies for designing, building, maintaining, and advancing the global nuclear fleet. The company designs, manufactures, and installs components, fuel, and instrumentation and control systems for nuclear power plants and offers a full range of reactor services.

With 17,000 employees worldwide, every day Framatome's expertise helps its customers improve the safety and performance of their nuclear plants and achieve their economic and societal goals.

Framatome is owned by the EDF Group (75.5%), Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI - 19.5%), and Assystem (5%).

In the UK, we are currently over 400 strong, with plans to grow to 500 during 2025 through the development of our UK nuclear service offerings.

Job description

Framatome Ltd's delivery organization is structured into 3 Business Lines: New Build Projects, Engineering Projects, and Existing Fleet Services.

Quality and Nuclear Safety are paramount to Framatome in the UK and globally. Safety is our overarching value, and Quality is integral to our nuclear safety culture, driving our operations and being at the core of our customers' business.

The role of the QHSE Supplier Auditor is to ensure compliance with Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental (QHSE) standards within the nuclear industry supply chain. This involves conducting supplier audits aligned with ISO standards and UK regulatory requirements, considering the scope of supply, the Project Quality Management Plan (PQMP), and/or the General Quality Assurance Specification (GQAS) to ensure suppliers meet contractual and industry obligations.

The auditing activity will support the supply chain process in onboarding new suppliers and ensure compliance with standards and project requirements during the contract phase.

Profile

Supplier Audits & Compliance

• Plan and execute supplier audits in accordance with ISO regulations, including ISO 9001 (Quality Management), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), and ISO 19443 (Quality Management for Nuclear Suppliers).
• Ensure compliance with relevant UK nuclear and safety regulations (e.g., ONR guidance, UK Nuclear Site Licence Conditions).
• Assess supplier quality management systems, environmental policies, and health & safety procedures, aligning with ISO standards and project-specific requirements in relation to the scope of supply and specific project documentation.
• Evaluate supplier manufacturing, inspection, testing, and material traceability processes based on contractual scope and UK nuclear safety standards.
• Verify supplier compliance with nuclear-specific documentation and record best practices.
• Manage project-specific quality and risk assessments.
• Prepare reports and promote continuous improvement.

Required Attributes:

• Proven experience as a QHSE Auditor or Supplier Quality Auditor in the nuclear industry or another highly regulated sector (e.g., aerospace, defense, energy).
• Strong knowledge of UK nuclear quality assurance and safety standards (e.g., ISO 19443, ONR guidance, Nuclear Site Licence Conditions).
• Experience conducting audits against ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001, with the ability to integrate project-specific quality requirements.
• Familiarity with supply chain risk management in safety-critical industries.
• Ability to interpret and audit technical documentation, including PQMP, GQAS, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent report writing, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Lead Auditor qualification in ISO 9001 is required.
• NEBOSH General Certificate Level 3 or equivalent.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for supplier audits.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Experience in highly regulated industries; nuclear industry experience is highly desirable.
• Understanding of nuclear safety culture attributes.
• Demonstrable field engagement experience (sites and workshops).
• Knowledge of performance management and root cause analysis techniques (e.g., FMEA, 5 Whys, LEAN, Six Sigma).
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Security clearance or eligibility to obtain clearance for UK nuclear projects.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day every 2 years (max 30 days)
• 8% employer pension contribution with 1% employee contribution (salary sacrifice)
• Private healthcare for individual and family
• Dental insurance
• Cashplan - Level 2 cover
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Income protection
• Professional body membership
• Tusker electric car scheme (salary sacrifice)
• Cycle to Work scheme (salary sacrifice)
• Language learning platform (Babbel)
• Family leave: 6 months full pay and 6 months half pay for maternity and paternity leave

Job location

United Kingdom, Bristol

Job site

Avonmouth

Travel

25%

Job family

Standard

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level

Others

Minimum experience level

Experienced

Employment level

Non-cadre

Additional info

Background check required?

No