ALTEN LTD - UK
QHSE Engineer Nuclear
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ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.
Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.
Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today.
Job Description
As a QHSE Engineer, you will support the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental processes across project activities. You will work closely with operational teams, project managers, suppliers, and stakeholders to promote compliance, reduce risk, and ensure adherence to industry standards and best practices.
The successful candidate will play a key role in fostering a positive safety culture and driving continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities:
Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Support the implementation and maintenance of Quality Management Systems.
- Conduct audits, inspections, and compliance assessments.
- Review and monitor project processes to ensure compliance with client, regulatory, and company requirements.
- Assist with non-conformance management, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
- Support supplier and subcontractor quality surveillance activities.
- Monitor performance indicators and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
Health & Safety
- Promote a strong safety culture across project teams.
- Support risk assessments, method statements, and safe systems of work.
- Conduct workplace inspections and safety observations.
- Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions, ensuring lessons learned are communicated and implemented.
- Assist with emergency preparedness and response activities.
- Ensure compliance with UK health and safety legislation and industry standards.
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Environmental Management
- Support environmental management activities and sustainability objectives.
- Monitor compliance with environmental requirements and procedures.
- Assist in the identification and mitigation of environmental risks.
- Contribute to waste management, pollution prevention, and environmental awareness initiatives.
Reporting & Continuous Improvement
- Produce QHSE reports, dashboards, and performance metrics.
- Analyse trends and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Support internal and external audits.
- Facilitate the sharing of lessons learned and best practices.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives across the project.
Qualifications
Required Skills:
- Engineering, Quality, Health & Safety, Environmental Management, or a related discipline.
- Previous experience in a QHSE, Quality, HSE, or Assurance role within a regulated industry.
- Knowledge of Quality Management Systems and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Understanding of UK health and safety legislation.
- Experience conducting audits, inspections, and investigations.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficient in report writing and data analysis.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
Required Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience within the nuclear, energy, construction, infrastructure, defence, or engineering sectors.
- Internal or Lead Auditor qualification.
- NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent.
- Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.
- Experience working on large-scale infrastructure projects.
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Additional Information
Why join us?
We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.
At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.
Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.
In short you get:
- A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
- A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
- Private Medical Insurance
- Cycle & Tech Scheme
- Employee assistance programme
- Life insurance & Pension Scheme
- Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
- Flexible way of working (role dependent)
We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.
ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.
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