Principal/Senior Nuclear Consultant

The Role

For a growing environmental consultancy in the UK, we are looking for Consultants (Principal, Senior, Graduate depending on experience) who will support and manage a number of nuclear projects as the company continues to grow. The ideal candidate is someone who has worked in the nuclear sector supporting on compliance with the radioactive substances environmental permits. We are also interested in hearing from individuals who are developing specialists in their own field that may complement our existing team, e.g. in nuclear industry transport, safeguards, etc and those who are early in their careers and would be keen to develop their expertise and knowledge in the nuclear sector.

You'll be degree qualified in a relevant discipline (or hold equivalent level of experience with professionally recognised qualifications). For the Principal and Senior Consultant roles you will have experience which may be drawn from previous roles in a consulting, regulatory or industry environment, and you'll possess comprehensive understanding of the environmental permitting requirements.

Accountabilities

• Lead / support technical work on nuclear projects, including the provision of strategic & technical advice, supporting stakeholder engagement, authoring technical reports / assessments & procedures.
• Perform peer review of documentation, including Intelligent Client reviews of third-party deliverables.
• Provide advice to ensure clients maintain compliance with environmental permits, nuclear site licence and / or other regulatory requirements of nuclear site and radioactive waste management.
• Support in the delivery of project management services.
• Undertake business development activities, which includes identifying opportunities, developing relationships, and supporting bid applications.
• Contribute to company strategy and processes (including our Integrated Management System).
• Assist and support work in other areas of the business when required (i.e. renewables and interconnectors)

Knowledge and Skills

• Experience of working in or regulating the nuclear industry (Principal / Senior Consultant roles).
• Understanding of Licence Conditions and Environmental Permitting Requirements.
• Proactive approach with proven track record in managing stakeholder expectations.
• Clear, concise communication skills (written and verbal).
• Good interpersonal skills, the ability to build effective relationships and influence.

Qualifications

• Relevant scientific, technical or engineering degree, individuals with equivalent professional qualifications and experience will be considered.
• Relevant degree, individuals with equivalent professional qualifications and experience shall be considered.

Skills & Requirements

• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office including PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work unsupervised independently working to tight schedules and managing multiple tasks.
• Ability to work to the company philosophies and culture.
• Result-focused
• Translate priorities and actions into measurable results.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a strong ability to identify and resolve.
• Work well within a team environment and independently.

Anelia Koleva