Advisor - Radiological Protection

Rolls-Royce SMR; Manchester; 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. This critical role involves supporting radiation protection evaluations and influencing design decisions related to safety. Candidates should have a solid background in radiation protection documentation and communication skills, along with knowledge of nuclear safety regulations. The role offers a salary between £40,000 and £52,500, plus benefits including life assurance and a bonus opportunity.

Benefits

£2,200 Benefit Allowance

12.5% bonus opportunity

Life Assurance: 6x pensionable salary

Income Protection: 50%

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

£250 New Joiner Payment

Qualifications

• Ability to deliver high‑quality radiation protection documentation within deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• 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.
• Assess and manage compliance with radiological protection standards.
• Collaborate with industry to access best practices.
• Explore innovative techniques to enhance radiological safety.

Skills

High-quality documentation

Strong communication

Understanding of Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017

Knowledge of nuclear power plant activities

Stakeholder engagement

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.