The delivery of the Westinghouse UK Fuel Growth Program is essential to the future nuclear fuel products for all current and future reactor types and is a fundamental part of the UK Government’s Nuclear Roadmap and Net Zero 2050 commitment. The portfolio is fundamental to the Westinghouse UK Fuel long-term strategy and essential for the growth of Springfields Fuels site.
We are looking for a Quality Systems Engineer who excels in a complex and regulated nuclear environment. Responsibilities include implementing the Quality Management System, conducting audits, driving continous improvement, managing projects, and providing training. It's a unique opportunity to learn and contribute to quality management.
As a Quality Systems Engineer you will work under general supervision, reviewing at project milestones and / or on completion by Senior Management.
Your role involves providing positive leadership on quality matters, promoting a culture of best practice and engaging all employees in continuous improvement. Additionally, your willingness to learn and develop the role to support both personal progression and business performance.
Skills and Competencies:
1. HNC in a Technical Discipline or equivalent.
2. Minimum 3-5 Years experience in a quality related role.
3. Professional Certifications: ISO 9001 Lead Auditor (or willingness to complete) ; ISO 14001 Lead Auditor (or willingness to complete), ISO 45001 Lead Auditor (or willingness to complete)
4. Membership of an appropriate Professional Membership is desirable This role will provide opportunity for personal growth and development through a personal development plan which may be supported by the opportunity to undertake additional professional certifications where necessary.
5. Strong communication and organizational skills are a must with the ability to develop relationships and maintain effective networks and be results focused with a team-centered approach.
6. Demonstrated proficiency in auditing or surveillance.
7. Awareness of Site Licence requirements associated with quality assurance and arrangements required to ensure compliance.
8. Demonstrated proficiency in Quality Management standards and guidelines including ISO 9001.
9. Working knowledge of the current versions of IAEA GSR-2, BS EN ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 19443 (training will be provided where necessary).
10. Experienced in the application of continuous improvement tools and techniques.
11. Knowledge and application of the Traits of a Healthy Nuclear Safety Culture.
Duties and Responsibilities:
12. Monitor and report on the effectiveness of the quality management system and make recommendations for improvement where appropriate, to
13. ensure that core operations and project activities comply with the relevant procedures and QA arrangements.
14. Support and actively participate in the Site Management Systems transformation project.
15. To interact and influence QA arrangements at all levels in the organisation.
16. Support the ongoing development of the Site Audit Programme.
17. Lead / participate in inspections / audits in support of Site Audit Programme.
18. Support the application of quality requirements in the delivery of Growth Projects.
19. Deliver activities in support of the Site Corrective Action program including reporting non-conformances, implementation of corrective actions and
20. supporting investigations.
21. Ensure compliance with the requirements for Organisational Capability including nuclear baselines and the management of organisational change.
22. Support delivery of Management Review activities.
23. Provide advice and support to records management activities.
24. Prepare summary reports / metrics in support of EHS&Q Forum and Management Systems Meetings.
25. Support application of document control arrangements.
26. Act as guide for external audits.
Why Westinghouse?
Westinghouse Electric Company Is The Global Nuclear Energy Industry’s First Choice For Safe, Clean, And Efficient Energy Solutions.
We Enable Our Delivery Of This Vision By Living Our Value System:
27. Safety and Quality
28. Integrity and Trust
29. Customer Focus and Innovation
30. Speed and Passion to Win
31. Teamwork and Accountability
EOE of Minorities / Females / Vets / Disability.