Bilfinger UK is a leading engineering and maintenance provider, supporting customers across the chemical & petrochemical, nuclear, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals & biopharma, power & energy, utilities, renewables and food & beverage markets. We enhance the efficiency of assets, ensuring a high level of availability and reducing maintenance costs.

We have extensive experience in offshore and onshore facilities; specialising in asset management services throughout all life cycle phases from consulting, engineering, manufacturing, assembly, operations, maintenance, and decommissioning.

This commitment is delivered by an experienced and highly competent workforce of over 4,500 employees operating from 14 offices in strategic industrial hubs, upholding the highest standards of safety, compliance and quality.

The Site Procurement/Buyer is responsible for managing the on‑site procurement of materials, equipment, and services to support construction and project delivery activities at Hinkley Point C. This role ensures timely, cost‑effective, and compliant purchasing in accordance with project requirements, supply chain procedures, and nuclear governance standards. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Source, procure and expedite materials, tools, consumables and services required for site operations. 

• Review requisitions for accuracy, ensuring correct specifications, quantities, and delivery dates. 

• Obtain competitive quotations and evaluate supplier offers based on cost, quality, lead time, and compliance. 

• Raise purchase orders in line with company procurement processes and contractual frameworks. 

• Build strong working relationships with suppliers, contractors, and internal site teams. 

• Liaise with logistics, warehousing, and construction teams to ensure timely delivery and stock availability. 

• Monitor supplier performance and escalate delivery or quality issues. 

• Ensure all procurement activities follow company policies, site procedures, and nuclear‑regulated purchasing controls. 

• Maintain accurate purchasing records, documentation, and audit trails. 

• Support material traceability and documentation requirements associated with high‑integrity systems. 

• Assist with invoice reconciliation and resolving procurement‑related discrepancies. 

• Support cost control by securing competitive pricing and identifying opportunities for cost savings. 

• Review spend categories and support supply chain optimisation initiatives. 

• Track and report procurement progress, risks, and priorities. 

• Work closely with construction supervisors and planners to anticipate procurement needs. 

Qualifications and experience

If you wish to speak to a member of the recruitment team, please contact 01224 246246.

 carla.bowman@bilfinger.com