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Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.

Are you looking for a career which is rewarding, at the cutting edge of project development and where you can really make a difference? Come and join our expanding Sizewell C (SZC) team and work on one of the most exciting and largest megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK’s climate change agenda and energy policy. Following on from the success of Hinkley Point C (HPC), the SZC Project is a nuclear new build project in Suffolk, which has obtained planning approval and Government financing support. The project has started construction and is now seeking private investment. When completed, it will provide dependable electricity to 6 million homes for 60 years, which along with renewables, will support Britain to achieve Net Zero by 2050.

The primary purpose of the Quality Engineer (Delivery) role is to ensure supply-chain adherence to the contracted quality assurance and quality control requirements. QEs sit within the PDO Quality Team and are deployed to Programmes to serve this primary purpose. Day to day reporting is to the Quality Management Lead (QML). This includes supporting the development and implementation of Project Quality Control Plans and associated inspection and surveillance activities

You’ll Be Responsible For

  • Delivering delegated elements of an annual business plan to time and budget.
  • Managing and facilitates external certification audits.
  • Supporting achievement of new certifications where appropriate.
  • Organising and facilitates internal audits in the audit programme.
  • Conducting audits and producing audit reports.
  • Undertaking investigations and root cause analysis of instances of non-conformance, including the identification of corrective measures and long-term preventative measures.
  • Reviewing management system content for appropriateness, improvement, and implementation.
  • Participation in the identification of new systems and processes to drive efficiency.
  • Ensuring information for quality reports is available, accurate and delivered within agreed timescales.
  • Producing communication articles, plans and communication collateral.
  • Contributing to all activities reported in management reviews, collating, analysing, and presenting data and key metrics.
  • Providing recommendations for action to mitigate risk and improve management system effectiveness.
  • Providing support to business development activities.
  • Responsible for the development and delivery of training.
  • Monitoring performance of a supply chain, including support to suppliers as appropriate through training, guidance, and audits of their QMS capabilities.
  • Working collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.

You’ll Need To Have

  • Educated to HNC/HND or country equivalent as a minimum, ideally in an industry related subject (or equivalent).
  • Good IT skills in Microsoft office.
  • Ability to use industry recognised standard software systems.
  • Similar quality assurance focussed role experience.

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.