Advisor – Radiological Protection Location: Derby | Manchester | Warrington | Hybrid Working Salary: We anticipate paying between £40,000 - £52,500 DoE About the Role We are seeking an Advisor – Radiological Protection to join our Safety & Regulatory Affairs team at Rolls-Royce SMR. This role plays a critical part in supporting the evaluation of radiation protection impacts on the Rolls-Royce SMR power station and the integrated Environment, Safety, Security and Safeguards (E3S) Case, specifically demonstrating an ALARP position. You will provide direct support to the Engineering function, ensuring awareness and justification for protection against radiation hazards. Your expertise will influence design decisions, regulatory compliance, and innovative approaches to radiological safety. Key Responsibilities Provide expert input on radiological protection to Engineering and E3S Case teams. Engage with regulatory and licensing authorities to support SMR licensing internationally. Assess and manage compliance with radiological protection standards. Collaborate with industry to access best practices and operating experience. Explore innovative techniques to enhance radiological safety and design. What We’re Looking For We understand there’s no such thing as the ‘perfect’ candidate—if you meet 75% of the requirements, we’d love to hear from you. Essential Skills & Competencies: Ability to deliver high-quality radiation protection documentation within deadlines. Strong communication and interpersonal skills for internal and external representation. Solid understanding of Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017 and nuclear safety practices. Knowledge of operational nuclear power plant activities. Experience engaging with diverse stakeholders on radiation protection requirements. Mandatory Qualifications: Educated to NQF Level 6 (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in a scientific or engineering discipline. Membership of a relevant professional institute. Why Rolls-Royce SMR? At Rolls-Royce SMR, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. We offer flexible and part-time working arrangements to support work-life balance. Reasonable adjustments will be made in line with the Equality Act 2010 for candidates who require them. As part of our recruitment process, we conduct security and financial probity checks, including DBS checks. These are not pass/fail checks—individual circumstances are considered. Ready to make an impact? Apply now and help us shape the future of safe, sustainable nuclear energy. Why Join Us? You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer: • A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment. • Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business. • A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you. Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch – we welcome applications from people with transferable skills. Our Application Process Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening. These are: • Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance • Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check • Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check .