Nuclear Waste Services has a vacancy for a Senior Engineering Manager (Tunnelling) working with the structures and civil infrastructure team at the LLWR site in Cumbria. As part of this role, you will be responsible for developing engineering strategy, programme and leading a systems engineering approach to development of safe solutions in specified areas of expertise. Areas of expertise sought for these roles include tunnelling, mining, geotechnics/bulk earthworks, landfill developments, major construction projects and construction planning. Responsibilities Intelligent Client Responsible for leading and acting as Intelligent Client for engineering design services in the appropriate systems engineering technical disciplines. Intelligent Customer and/or Technical lead for engineering input to disposability assessments, siting and engagement activities in accordance with NWS procedures. Design Authority Responsible for leading as Design Authority for appropriate aspects of the GDF systems design and transport system. Represents NWS in technical forum relating to a Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project. Management of supply chain interface. Systems Engineering and integrated safe solutions Leading NWS's approach to the systems engineering to develop integrated safe design of the GDF and transport system. Responsible for ensuring that the impact of safety, environmental and other requirements of the safety assessments are translated effectively into an understanding of requirements for engineered systems. Responsible for obtaining design solutions through the supply chain that satisfy the requirements of the established by the Requirements and Programme function. Mentor and support to the Engineering Managers Contributes to the development of the engineering programme and engineering input to siting and engagement activities. Responsible for mentoring and provision of professional guidance to Engineering Managers and ensuring that they achieve an maintain appropriate professional standards and qualifications. Strategy and programme development Supports the Head of Engineering by contributing to the development of NWS's engineering strategy for the GDF. Develops the engineering design programme in own areas and supports the Head of Engineering by contributing to the development of the overall programme for engineering design. Understands how international radioactive waste management organisations have developed design solutions and their applicability to the geological disposal systems. Manages risks associated with the delivery of the work programme, with accountability for their assessment and mitigation. Staff will manage Own performance, including self development. Health, wellbeing and inclusivity. Manage own workload, including time and delivery management. In addition, he/she will undertake other activities commensurate with their skills and experience as and when required. Staff will be expected to support and implement corporate decisions, in an inclusive and diverse environment. Additional Responsibilities Dimensions & limits of authority - No specific financial authorities are delegated to this post holder, as the funds to deliver contract work are managed through appointed project managers. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Essential Good first degree in engineering subject. Chartered membership or fellowship status of relevant professional institute. Nationally recognised senior practitioner within own engineering discipline. Experience of systems engineering and management of contracts for safety integrated engineering design development. Demonstrated ability to represent NWS in regulatory, commercial, professional and stakeholder environments. Desirable Detailed understanding of aspects of LLWR Programmes; or GDF and / or transport system within own technical discipline. RWM T&Cs the level of this role is 4-3 Who are we? Simply put, our job is to secure a safer future for us all. We do this by managing and disposing of the UK's nuclear radioactive waste safely and securely for generations to come. We have a critical role in the biggest multi-decade clean-up project in Europe. As part of the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) group, we provide permanent answers for nuclear waste. Nuclear Waste Services builds on the work delivered at the Low-Level Waste Repository (LLWR) site and the Geological Disposal Facility (GDF) programme, maintaining these key activities whilst also adding further essential services for customers in the nuclear energy, defence, industrial, medical, and research sectors. Maintaining and developing this knowledge and experience is key to securing and developing our unique nuclear waste capabilities for the UK and the rest of the world If you join Nuclear Waste Services, you'll be part of a team that brings together some of the most brilliant minds from around the UK, working across many specialisms - scientific, engineering, safety, operations, commercial, community engagement, and regulatory - to name a few. We want Nuclear Waste Services to be a great place to work where people are respected, included and can perform at their best. We do this by living our Nuclear Waste Services values; We are action orientated - We deliver for our customers, partners, and people safely & securely. We are collaborative and inclusive - We have greater success when we work together. We are ambitious - We are problem solvers who embrace and act upon new challenges. We act with integrity - We are trusted to build a safe, secure and sustainable future What's in it for you? On appointment to NWS you will receive 25.5 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and you can accrue up to 13 extra days leave Rewarding performance (annual bonus scheme) We offer a generous pension scheme through CNNP learning and development support payment of relevant annual professional subscriptions Employee Assistance Programme Financial advice assistance Flexible working Extended family-friendly policies Cycle to work scheme We welcome flexible and agile working practices Flexible working requests can be submitted from day 1 of employment Equal Opportunities We value the unique differences that each of our colleagues bring to work every day and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, included and able to perform at their best. At Nuclear Waste Service we are committed to creating a workplace that is diverse and inclusive. We value the diversity of our people and actively seek to have a workforce that represents the rich diversity of the communities we support. Currently we are underrepresented in some areas, and would particularly welcome applicants from Women, Black, Asian and Ethnic Minorities, LGBTQ and candidates who have a disability. In promoting equal opportunities, Nuclear Waste Service welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We select people according to their abilities and our needs. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet all of the essential criteria for the vacancy. Please note: Nuclear Waste Services reserves the right to close the vacancy early. If you have any queries or would like to discuss this role, please email