Quality Auditor - Nuclear

About this role

Are you an experienced auditor looking to make an impact in a highly regulated environment? We are seeking a skilled Lead Auditor / Assurance Specialist to support the delivery of risk-based audit and assurance activities across complex programmes and operations. You will be responsible for planning, leading and delivering audits and assurance reviews, assessing compliance against management system requirements, regulatory expectations and organisational standards.

Working with a wide range of stakeholders, you will help identify risks, drive continual improvement and provide independent assurance on business performance. Key Responsibilities: Plan and deliver risk-based audits and assurance reviews. Evaluate compliance with management system standards, regulatory requirements and internal controls. Produce clear audit reports, findings and recommendations. Support continuous improvement initiatives and assurance programmes.

Engage effectively with internal stakeholders, regulators, certification bodies and external partners. Monitor corrective actions and verify effective close-out of findings. Contribute to certification, surveillance and external assurance activities where required. Required Skills: Strong knowledge of auditing principles, risk-based auditing methodologies and assurance processes. Ability to interpret and assess compliance against management system standards, including ISO 9001 and related frameworks.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify risks, trends and improvement opportunities. Strong report writing skills, with the ability to communicate findings and recommendations clearly and objectively. Effective stakeholder management and interpersonal skills, with experience engaging at all levels of an organisation. Ability to challenge constructively and influence positive change in a professional manner.

Sound understanding of regulatory requirements and governance frameworks within highly regulated environments. Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple audits and priorities simultaneously. Required Qualifications: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering , or equivalent military experience . Recognised IRCA Lead Auditor qualification in ISO 9001 or another relevant management system discipline.