QA Manager - Bridgwater

Altrad is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to join the Specialist Projects Team at Hinkley Point C (HPC). The role will oversee quality assurance activities across specialist project works, ensuring compliance with Altrad procedures, client requirements, project specifications and applicable nuclear quality standards.

Working closely with project management, construction, engineering and subcontractor teams, the successful candidate will drive quality performance, manage audits and non-conformances, and promote a culture of continuous improvement and right-first-time delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain quality assurance processes across the Specialist Projects Team.
• Ensure compliance with project quality plans, client requirements, applicable standards and HPC quality requirements.
• Develop and review Quality Plans, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and associated documentation.
• Oversee inspections, audits and surveillance activities to verify compliance.
• Manage non-conformances and corrective actions, ensuring timely resolution and close-out.
• Monitor quality performance, identify trends and report issues to project management.
• Ensure quality records, inspection documentation and handover dossiers are accurate, complete and traceable.
• Ensure quality reviews and audits are completed within established review cycles, with actions tracked through to closure.
• Support subcontractor quality management, client audits and external assessments.
• Promote quality awareness, lessons learned and continuous improvement across the project.

Key Requirements / Qualifications

• Relevant quality management qualification or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience as a QA Manager, Quality Manager or Senior Quality Engineer within construction, engineering or major projects.
• Experience in nuclear, energy or other highly regulated, safety-critical environments is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems, audits, ITPs and non-conformance management.
• Understanding of relevant industry standards, project specifications and nuclear quality requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and quality management/document control systems.
• Strong commitment to quality, compliance, continuous improvement and successful project delivery.

Security Requirements

• Due to the secure nuclear environment:
• Applicants must be sole British Nationals.
• Applicants must be eligible to obtain UK CTC (Counter Terrorist Check) security clearance.
• Appointment is subject to satisfactory security clearance and background checks.

At Altrad, our people create endless opportunities.

We are the leading provider of support services transforming our nations critical infrastructure to operate safely and sustainably.

With over 16,000 talented people across our region, we provide the full spectrum of critical services including consulting, design, engineering, construction, asset life optimisation through to decommissioning, for industries both onshore and offshore.

Why Join Altrad at Hinkley Point C

• Be part of a major UK nuclear new-build programme in Somerset
• Gain hands-on site experience within a large-scale alliance delivery model
• Structured graduate development programme with mentoring and professional support
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Clear career progression toward Chartered Mechanical Engineer status
• A professional, collaborative and safety-driven working environment

As an employer, we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and wellbeing of all our people.

Inclusivity Statement

We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible and inclusive. If you require any adjustments at any stage – including interviews or assessments, please let us know. We’re happy to discuss what would help you take part fully.