Material jobs in United Kingdom

Assystem is a global engineering and digital services company dedicated to accelerating the world’s transition to low‑carbon energy. With 8,000 Switchers operating across the UK and worldwide, we combine decades of engineering excellence with modern digital capabilities to deliver major infrastructure programmes. In the UK, we support landmark developments including Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C and the growth of Small Modular Reactors, applying innovation and technical leadership to build a secure and sustainable energy future

🤝 Why Join the Community of Switchers?

As one of thethree largest nuclear engineering companies in the world, Assystem offers the opportunity to contribute to complex, high‑value infrastructure projects that directly shape the future of low‑carbon energy. You will work alongside experts who value collaboration, continuous improvement, and ambitious thinking, while being supported with professional growth and a culture that recognises the importance of meaningful engineering impact.

🚀 The Job Mission

The Junior Data Analyst is responsible for collating data required to support data‑driven decision making to support the effective distribution of materials across the construction areas. They must analyse logistics data, identify potential bottlenecks or delays, and make suggestions that align with project timelines and safety standards. While the primary decision‑making responsibility lies with the Construction Logistics Leads, the Junior Data Analyst plays a crucial role in providing key insights, highlighting potential risks, and recommending solutions. Their ability to assess data, resolve distribution issues, and collaborate with other teams ensures that decisions are made promptly and effectively, contributing to the smooth flow of materials and the overall success of the project.

Key responsibilities include:

• Data Collection and Analysis: Gather and analyse logistics data, including delivery performance, material flow efficiency, and identification of operational bottlenecks.
• Reporting: Provide regular and detailed reports to key stakeholders, including the Construction Logistics Lead (Distribution) and senior management, to give visibility on logistics performance.
• Actionable Insights: Use data analysis tools such as Power BI and Excel to generate actionable insights that support decision‑making and help identify trends or areas for improvement.
• Performance Tracking: Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to material distribution and operational efficiency, ensuring that logistics goals align with project milestones.
• Forecasting and Issue Resolution: Leverage data to forecast potential disruptions or delays and recommend corrective actions to keep material deliveries on schedule.

Knowledge & Skills:

The ideal candidate will have a background in construction logistics, combined with a strong understanding of data analytics to monitor and optimise logistics performance. This individual should possess excellent problem‑solving abilities and the capacity to work with various teams to overcome challenges in material flow and distribution. Additionally, the candidate must have excellent communication skills to relay complex logistics data to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines. Key skills and qualifications include:

Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience in logistics, supply chain management, data analytics, or a related field.
• Proven experience in logistics, supply chain, or materials management with a strong emphasis on data analysis.
• Experience using business intelligence tools such as Power BI and Excel for data analysis, performance monitoring, and decision‑making.
• Experience in Regulated Industries: Prior experience working in regulated industries such as nuclear, aerospace, or rail is an advantage.

Tools and Software

The jobholder will be expected to have knowledge of, and to use, the following (or similar equivalent) software tools:

• Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access).
• Power BI (Business Intelligence Analytics).

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to one of the most impactful nuclear programmes in the UK, supporting the safe and efficient delivery of essential logistics and digital operations. You will join your future team at a time of growth, influence service excellence, and help shape data‑driven delivery processes across a major infrastructure programme.

• 🏖️ 25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days
• 🤒 Competitive Sick Pay – Support when you need it
• 💪 Free Digital Gym Access – Expert‑led fitness classes
• 📞 24/7 Employee Support Line – Mental health, financial & legal help

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.