Senior Nuclear Regulators

As a Senior Nuclear Regulator, you will be the focal point for all Environment Agency interactions on nuclear sites or projects. You will be part of one of our specialist teams and you will have the opportunity to broaden your skills across a number of sectors of the nuclear industry such as nuclear new build and geological disposal.

You will provide specialist advice, guidance and support to our senior managers and external partners, in line with relevant legislation and best practice in order to provide risk-based decision making and support environmental outcomes.

• Developing, reviewing and improving technical documentation, to enable consistent and appropriate application in the business
• Establishing and maintaining good relationships with internal and external partners to influence their activities and promote and enhance the Environment Agency's goals and reputation
• Developing and implementing systems and tools for monitoring and reporting on service delivery, to assess and interpret operational performance and compliance and advise senior managers on implications and appropriate action
• Developing, maintaining and sharing technical expertise with staff to improve knowledge and competence throughout the organisation as required
• Leading or supporting local and national project teams to deliver environmental outcomes

About Us:

The Environment Agency is responsible for regulating the disposal of radioactive waste across the whole of the nuclear industry in England. Whether it be an operational power station, or a new build project, our regulators work with nuclear operators to ensure the highest levels of environmental protection are achieved.

• Make a real difference: By joining our team, your work will actively contribute to building a more resilient and sustainable environment in which we can all thrive and tackle the challenges posed by climate change head-on.
• Professional growth: The Environment Agency offers opportunities for career advancement and the chance to work on diverse and impactful projects; you will gain valuable experience and enhance your skills as part of our dedicated team.
• Continuous learning: It's not just your own professional development that will be encouraged. You will play a vital role in coordinating the delivery of technical training and mentoring of staff on regulation activities.
• Collaboration and partnership: Collaborate with experienced professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment, and play a key role where continuous learning, through your coordination and delivery of technical training and the mentoring of staff on monitoring activities will ensure a consistent and professional service.
• Champion Health, Safety and Wellbeing: Become the champion for Health and Safety and Wellbeing (HSW) practices. You will play a leadership role in promoting a positive HSW culture across the regulation team.

Incident Response:

Responding to incidents is a central part of what we do. You will be required to have an incident role and make yourself available to respond to incidents or provide business continuity support during an incident. This may attract an additional payment and full training and alternative working arrangements will be available to support you with your incident role.

• A competitive salary of £78,292
• 27 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Great career opportunities
• Maternity, paternity, and adoption leave scheme
• A range of flexible working options

We strive to reflect the communities we serve, to achieve this we welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, sexual orientation, and religion.