Assistant Environmental Manager – Nuclear Compliance

Nuclear Restoration Services; Thurso; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension 13.5%

28 days leave + bank holiday

Bonus scheme

Flexible working

Relocation assistance

Healthcare options

Job summary

NRS Dounreay is seeking an Assistant Environmental Manager to support environmental compliance, regulatory engagement, and continuous improvement across the site. You will provide specialist environmental leadership under the Head of Profession Environment, ensuring adherence to permits, licences, and ISO 14001 requirements.

You will work with operations, regulators, and stakeholders to deliver robust environmental management, audits, and initiatives that protect people and the environment at

Qualifications

• Degree in environmental, engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in environmental management, environmental permitting, and UK environmental legislation.
• Experience maintaining and developing ISO 14001-certified management systems.
• Strong communication and line management skills; membership of a relevant professional body (or willingness to pursue).

Responsibilities

• Support development and continuous improvement of environmental management systems and ensure compliance with regulatory and site requirements.
• Provide specialist environmental advice, support audits and investigations, and contribute to strategic environmental initiatives.
• Assist with regulatory engagement and lead on environmental management activities as deputy to the Head of Profession Environment.
• Participate in developing environmental professionals and support cross-functional teams.

Skills

Environmental management

Regulatory compliance

ISO 14001

Stakeholder engagement

Line management

Education

Degree in environmental, engineering, or related discipline

Job description

NRS Dounreay is seeking an Assistant Environmental Manager to support environmental compliance, regulatory engagement, and continuous improvement across the site. You will provide specialist environmental leadership under the Head of Profession Environment, ensuring adherence to permits, licences, and ISO 14001 requirements.

You will work with operations, regulators, and stakeholders to deliver robust environmental management, audits, and initiatives that protect people and the environment at