Onboarding Officer
2 days ago
Bridgwater
At Altrad, we’re not just a support services company – we’re the critical human infrastructure that keeps the UK and Ireland’s most vital industries moving. With over 10,000 talented individuals across the region, our people power the extraordinary – delivering innovative solutions that make a real impact on millions of lives. We’re driven by ambition, creativity, and a collective commitment to excellence. At Altrad, no two days are the same, and no idea is too small. We value fresh thinking, big-picture problem solving, and people who are ready to rise to a challenge. You’ll be working closely with the NNB vetting teams, making sure new staff are fully cleared and ready to get on-site — and fast. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives on responsibility, enjoys following process, and is motivated by accuracy and speed. Key Responsibilities: As our Onboarding and Vetting Officer, you’ll be a key player in our pre-employment program. From the moment a candidate enters our system to the moment they step onto site, you’ll be driving the process forward with professionalism and precision. • You’ll be inputting accurate data into our WIMS system, • You’ll liaise with applicants to request and gather vetting documents and information, • You’ll be collating and checking all required information for the HPC pre-employment screening, using our in-house portal, • You’ll submit completed vetting cases to NNB for approval via WIMS, • You’ll manage the onboarding process to ensure staff are ready to work as quickly and efficiently as possible, • You’ll process DBS checks and verifying ID to meet legal standards, • You’ll keep a tight grip on document management and ensuring all paperwork is up-to-date and compliant, • You’ll monitor vetting records and ensuring qualifications remain current We’re after someone who is not only organised and diligent but who can also work under pressure and stay calm when things get busy. You’ll need to be a confident communicator and someone who’s comfortable working across systems and with multiple teams. • You have a Modern Apprenticeship in Business Administration, or equivalent relevant experience, • You’re CITB HS&E Operators Certified, • You have a proven track record in high-quality administration, ideally in a fast-moving, deadline-driven environment, • You have experience of vetting (but not a requirement), • The ability to hold NSV clearance (if required), • You have strong IT skills and experience using administrative systems, • You have the ability to handle confidential information with discretion We know that great people do great work when they’re supported, valued, and inspired. That’s why we offer: • A competitive salary, • 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, • The chance to work on one of the UK’s most ambitious nuclear projects