About The Role
We are seeking a motivated and collaborative individual to join our team as a Radiological Facility Environment Lead. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the commissioning, management and operation of the new alpha radionuclide research facility and will lead on enabling the smooth implementation of environmental compliance, and support on the implementation of safety and security compliance. You will report directly to the Nuclear Laboratory Control Manager (NLCM) collaborating with other team members with expertise in Safety, Security, Health Physics and Programme Coordination, and with the associated Academic and Technical teams within a dynamic and inclusive environment.
Responsibilities
* Environmental compliance and management: handle regulatory permits and BAT submissions, coordinate maintenance and waste activities, support technical and project teams as subject matter expert, and ensure robust training, safety reporting, and adherence to environmental and hazardous material regulations.
* Compliance with environmental and waste authorities: engage with regulators, set performance targets, ensure compliance with permits and BAT, oversee reporting of material movements, and support safe, well‑managed operation of radioactive laboratories.
* Emergency responses: lead and develop the facility’s environmental monitoring programme to ensure alignment with internal and external requirements, while supporting the coordination of demonstration exercises to maintain operational readiness.
About You
We encourage applications from individuals with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. You should demonstrate:
Essential Criteria
* Strong grasp of the environment regulatory requirements commensurate with the role (ideally for higher‑hazard laboratory facilities).
* Familiarity with the preparation and submission of Environmental Permits, and reporting to Regulators.
* Experience working in radionuclide research laboratories, the management of sealed and open sources, preparing waste management strategies guided by BAT and laboratory compliance arrangements.
Desirable Criteria
* Hold a good engineering / scientific degree.
* Experience documenting the examination, inspection, maintenance, and test requirements for air concentration monitoring, process extract, and filtration systems.
* Experience specifying air concentration monitoring, process extract, and filtration systems.
* Knowledge of material safeguard and transport regulations.
* Familiarity with education or research sectors.
We value transferable skills and real‑world experience as much as formal qualifications.
Benefits
* Very generous employer contribution pension
* 29 days annual leave, plus Christmas closure
* EV car scheme available
Flexible and Hybrid Working
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements are available.
Equal Opportunities
We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications; appointments are based on merit.
Other Job Information
This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must demonstrate the right to work in the UK.
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