Overview
We’re hiring a Principal Nuclear Waste Consultant to join a leading organisation in the nuclear sector. This is a key role supporting nuclear decommissioning and strategic waste management. The role will be a permanent staff position, based from either Warrington, Bristol or Newbury, with flexible hybrid working options available.
The Role
As a Principal Nuclear Waste Consultant, you’ll lead high-impact technical projects that contribute to the UK’s nuclear future. You’ll manage teams, guide technical delivery, and engage with stakeholders to provide safe, innovative, and high-quality waste management solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide specialist advice and lead delivery across nuclear waste and decommissioning projects
* Build and maintain strong relationships with both internal teams and external stakeholders
* Support strategic bids and contribute to business development
* Supervise and mentor technical staff, with line management responsibilities
* Ensure compliance with environmental permitting, regulatory standards, and stakeholder expectations
Qualifications / Requirements
* Significant experience in nuclear waste management and strategic delivery
* Strong background in leading technical teams and mentoring staff
* Proven success in delivering decommissioning, disposability, or integrated waste strategy projects
* Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant science or engineering discipline
* Candidates must be eligible for Security Check (SC) clearance
What’s on offer
* Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
* Generous holiday allowance, and buy and sell scheme
* Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations
* Employee share scheme
* Payment of Professional Fees
* Paid volunteering day to work with your chosen organisation or registered charity
* Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
Locations
Warrington, Bristol or Newbury - Flexible hybrid working
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Consulting, Engineering, and Science
Industries
* Engineering Services, Air, Water, and Waste Program Management, and Environmental Services
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