Principal Nuclear Waste Consultant

OverviewWe’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 RoleAs 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.

LocationsWarrington, Bristol or Newbury

- Flexible hybrid working

Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment typeFull-time

Job functionConsulting, Engineering, and Science

IndustriesEngineering Services, Air, Water, and Waste Program Management, and Environmental ..... full job details .....