We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior or Principal Radioactive Waste Consultant to join our growing Nuclear Division team in our Bristol office.
The Team - Our Nuclear Division
Our Nuclear Division is well established but still very much a growing team, supporting a wide range of key nuclear projects across the UK, from new build through to decommissioning. We pride ourselves on being innovative and providing strategic and bespoke support to meet our clients' needs, and have worked hard to build strong and mutually beneficial relationships with these clients.
Responsibilities of the role:
Some of your primary responsibilities will include the following (not necessarily from the start):
* Helping to manage and deliver nuclear safety packages of work, including overseeing and supporting our delivery teams;
* Continuing to build and develop excellent client relationships;
* Delivering high-quality and bespoke technical and strategic support to our clients;
* Supporting the continued development of our business, including through identifying, bidding for and winning new work;
* Mentoring and developing our graduates and other junior staff.
We focus on recruiting great people and provide them with opportunities to tailor the role to best fit their skills and experience. Therefore, the bullets above are indicative but we avoid defining rigid roles.
You'll be set up for success if you have:
The work we deliver for our clients in support of radioactive waste management spans the entire waste management lifecycle. This ranges from finding innovative solutions to manage a particular waste stream, to developing business cases which could change national policy and strategy.
Key understanding, knowledge and experience of the ideal candidate include:
Understanding of:
* UK regulatory and policy landscape for the management of radioactive waste;
* Waste management principles including application of the waste hierarchy;
* The application of Best Available Techniques (BAT) in the context of radioactive waste management;
* The UK Radioactive Waste Inventory, including different classifications and waste streams.
Knowledge of:
* The range of decommissioning strategies for reactor sites and other nuclear facilities;
* Waste management processes across the entire lifecycle: characterisation, retrieval, processing, treatment, packaging, and disposal.
Experience of:
* Working with UK Site License Companies and the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority.
Other skills and experience which we would consider beneficial:
* Experience of working with waste producers;
* Experience working with Nuclear Waste Services;
* Knowledge of international waste management and disposal practices;
* Experience of working within multi-disciplinary teams;
* Interactions with nuclear regulators;
* Experience within a consultancy environment.
In addition to knowledge and experience, we are looking for someone who can provide the following:
* Flexible, innovative and proactive approach to working and finding solutions;
* Ability to work closely with clients to solve problems;
* Desire to support growth of our radioactive waste management and decommissioning strategy capability.
What We Offer:
* Inspiring and supportive colleagues
* Recognition for hard work and career progression
* Opportunities to develop both technical and soft skills
* Competitive starting salary
* Community involvement through "Stantec in the Community" initiatives
* Flexible benefits, including a green car leasing scheme
A Culture of Inclusion and Opportunity
The Stantec Group champions diversity, equity, and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we're committed to creating a supportive environment where every employee can perform at their best.
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