Welding Inspector

At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. With over 55 years of expertise in highly regulated sectors, our 7,500 Switchers globally deliver cutting‑edge engineering and project management solutions. Join us and be part of one of the top three nuclear engineering companies in the world!

🤝 Why Join the Community of Switchers?

As a member of Assystem, you’ll be part of a team driving the low‑carbon energy future. We’re ranked second globally in nuclear engineering, offering you the chance to work on world‑class projects like Hinkley Point C. Together, we’ll innovate and shape tomorrow’s energy solutions.

⚡️💡 About Assystem

At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. With over 55 years of expertise in highly regulated sectors, our 7,500 Switchers globally deliver cutting‑edge engineering and project management solutions.

Job Description

Reporting in to the Construction Superintendent, working as a Field Engineer / Welding Inspector (FE), you will carry out surveillance activities to ensure all works are delivered in line with requirements. You will be part of a wider team whose primary focus is to support the Team Lead responsibilities defined in the contract and ensure HPC Quality expectations are consistently met.

You will be a strong advocate for Nuclear Safety Culture, helping embed this mindset across all processes and activities. Your scope will cover all works associated with the construction of your assigned project area, including continuous, notified and planned surveillance of the Works Contractors. You will also contribute to site‑wide matters, working closely with operational teams across the project. Accurate recording, reporting and distribution of surveillance findings to the Construction and Quality Teams will form a key part of the role.

Alongside these responsibilities, you will follow company policies, procedures and protocols for construction, health & safety and quality and support the identification of improvements where appropriate.

This role will be carried out as a full site based position, working in Bridgwater 5 days a week.

Key Responsibilities

• Verify that works are delivered in accordance with contractual requirements and notify the Construction Superintendent of any non‑conformance request needs.
• Provide details to support the issuing of non‑conformance reports.
• Maintain strong communication with all site teams and ensure surveillance activities are promptly reported.
• Contribute surveillance data to support KPI measurements.
• Identify potential quality issues early and support mitigation actions.
• Assist the team in implementing temporary measures to maintain safety and quality, and take proportionate follow‑up actions (e.g. issuing communications, arranging meetings).
• Ensure design decisions are not made informally on site and are escalated through the proper approval process.
• Maintain awareness of current and upcoming site activities.
• Ensure tasks are delivered to required health, safety and environmental standards.
• Develop and maintain an understanding of construction drawings, activities, Quality Control Plans and Quality Inspection Records.
• Ensure Quality Inspection Records are completed and accepted before works are covered up.
• Review Contractor performance against the approved Quality Control Plan.

Qualifications

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Welding Inspector qualification (CSWIP 3.1 or equivalent).
• NDT Appreciation qualification.
• Good working knowledge of Quality Management practices, methods and processes.
• Experience in punchlist checks and QA/QC activities.
• Knowledge of documentation used in safety‑critical construction and fabrication environments (e.g., Inspection and Test Plans, End of Erection Status Reports).
• Knowledge of the fabrication and installation of pressure systems.
• Good knowledge of pipework, tanks/vessels, steelwork and heat exchangers.
• Broad knowledge and understanding of the engineering / construction industry including materials, trades, methods and legal requirements.
• Excellent organisation, delegation and communication skills.
• Proven experience writing accurate, concise and contract‑relevant diaries.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain quality standards in a high‑pressure environment.
• Ability to establish appropriate working relationships with contractors.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience in large power plant design, manufacture and construction.
• Higher‑level welding qualifications (e.g., CSWIP 3.2, IWS).
• Higher‑level NDT qualifications (e.g., PCN or equivalent).
• Proven track record of working within a large construction team.
• Working knowledge of relevant British & European standards and construction/design codes/guidelines such as RCC‑M, BS EN and ASME.
• Experience in structural steel, welded pre‑fabricated reinforcement cages and civil/mechanical interfaces (depending on scope).
• French language skills.

Additional Information

🌟 Your Benefits Package

• 🏖️ 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• 🔄 Buy & Sell Holiday – Make your time off work for you
• 💰 8% Company Pension Contributions
• 🛡️ Income Protection & 3x Salary Death-in-Service Cover
• 🤒 Competitive Sick Pay – Support when you need it
• 🏥 Healthcare Cash Plan – Claim back on dental, optical & more
• 💪 Free Digital Gym Access – Expert‑led fitness classes
• 🎁 Exclusive Discounts – Restaurants, days out & top brands
• 📞 24/7 Employee Support Line – Mental health, financial & legal help
• 🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money & go green
• 💉 Free Flu Jabs & Eye Test Vouchers
• 🧾 Paid Professional Membership Fees
• ❤️ Volunteer Days – Make a difference on company time

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.