Advisor - Radiological Protection

Rolls-Royce SMR; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking an Advisor – Radiological Protection to join their Safety & Regulatory Affairs team. The role calls for expert input on radiological protection, collaborating with engineering teams, and engaging with regulatory authorities. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and solid experience in radiation protection. This position offers a salary of £40,000 – £52,500, a benefits allowance, and a bonus opportunity, all within a supportive and inclusive working environment.

Benefits

Benefit Allowance: £2,200

Bonus Opportunity: 12.5% on target

Life Assurance: 6x pensionable salary

Income Protection: 50%

Holiday: 28 days plus bank holidays

New Joiner Payment: £250

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

High-quality radiation protection documentation

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Understanding of Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017

Knowledge of nuclear power plant activities

Experience with diverse stakeholders

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a scientific or engineering discipline

Membership of a relevant professional institute

Job description

Advisor – Radiological Protection

Location : Derby | Manchester | Warrington | Hybrid Working

Department : Safety & Regulatory Affairs

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.

Recommended Qualifications

• Educated to NQF Level 6 (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in a scientific or engineering discipline.
• Membership of a relevant professional institute.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary : £40,000 – £52,500
• Benefit Allowance : £2,200
• Bonus Opportunity : 12.5% on target
• Life Assurance : 6x pensionable salary
• Income Protection : 50%
• Holiday : 28 days plus bank holidays
• New Joiner Payment : £250

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.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply now and help us shape the future of safe, sustainable nuclear energy.