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.
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Job Description
As a Supplier Lead Auditor, you will join our Bristol team to support our activities within the Energy sector.
You will be responsible for planning, executing and reporting audits across the global project supply chain — ensuring that suppliers operate in conformance with ISO 9001 and project-specific nuclear quality requirements.
This role provides independent assurance that contract requirements are understood and effectively deployed across the supply chain, contributing to overall project confidence and compliance.
The position requires regular international travel and collaboration with multi-disciplinary stakeholders across the programme.
Location: Bristol – Hybrid 1x per month.
On Site: Home working, Supplier visits (approx. twice per month supplier visits)
Clearance: BPSS
Experience Level: 5- 10YOE
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver audits in line with the annual risk-based Supplier Audit Programme.
Define audit scope, criteria and objectives in collaboration with Programme Quality Leads.
Plan, execute and report supplier audits (on-site and remote).
Identify and categorise audit findings (Non-Conformances, Observations).
Monitor corrective actions and ensure timely and effective closure of findings.
Analyse audit outcomes and contribute to monthly performance dashboards and management reporting.
Support unplanned audits driven by operational risk reviews.
Liaise with Supply Chain Assurance, Inspection, Environmental and H&S teams to align audit inputs.
Provide audit data to support project management review and certification body assessments.
Promote continuous improvement across the Supplier Audit Programme.
Qualifications
Required Skills
Strong understanding of ISO 9001 and quality management systems in high-integrity industries.
Experience delivering risk-based audit programmes.
Ability to plan, conduct and report audits independently.
Strong analytical skills, capable of identifying trends and improvement opportunities.
Effective stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
Experience managing corrective actions and verifying effectiveness.
Ability to interpret complex contractual and technical requirements.
High level of professional integrity and independence.
Required Qualifications:
Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Quality equivalent military experience
ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification (IRCA or equivalent).
Demonstrable experience auditing complex supply chains in regulated industries.
Willingness to travel internationally and undertake site visits.
Ability to obtain and maintain BPSS clearance (or higher if required).
Desirable Skills:
Experience within nuclear, major infrastructure or energy projects.
Knowledge of nuclear supply chain assurance frameworks.
Exposure to certification body audits and integrated management systems.
Experience supporting large-scale capital delivery programmes.
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.
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.