Assistant Waste and Decommissioning Consultant

AtkinsRéalis; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy is looking for an Assistant Waste and Decommissioning Consultant in Derby. The successful candidate will collaborate on projects related to radioactive waste management and decommissioning, requiring a degree in Science or Engineering and strong technical writing skills. This role offers hybrid working arrangements and a focus on sustainable energy solutions.

Benefits

Flexible benefits

Career development

Support for disability accommodations

Qualifications

• A degree in Science (Chemistry, Physics, Environmental) or Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Process), or relevant technical experience.
• Experience in consultancy or regulated industries.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel to client sites.
• Knowledge and understanding of radiation principles and waste management practices.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with colleagues and clients on radioactive waste and decommissioning projects.
• Assist in bids and proposals, providing technical content.
• Maintain strong client relationships and focus on customer satisfaction.
• Contribute to project delivery within scope, time, and budget.
• Develop innovative solutions using radiological dose modeling.

Skills

Technical writing skills

Innovative mindset

Effective communication

Knowledge of nuclear sector

Education

Degree in Science or Engineering

Job description

Assistant Waste and Decommissioning Consultant, Derby

AtkinsRéalis Nuclear and Power has been operating for over 40 years with operations based in the UK, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and North America. We are engaged in developing the next generation of nuclear power and decommissioning legacy facilities.

We are on an exciting journey to become a global leader in Reactor Decommissioning and Radioactive Waste Management Services, supporting the worldwide fleet of aging nuclear reactors.

Our Reactor Operations and Decommissioning (RO&D) team is a diverse group of scientists and engineers, ready to meet upcoming challenges in the UK and beyond.

Due to growth, we are recruiting scientists and engineers as Assistant Waste and Decommissioning Consultants across the UK, including Bristol, Epsom, Manchester, Sheffield, Derby, and Glasgow. Hybrid working arrangements are welcomed.

We seek individuals willing to take responsibility and contribute to project success. We value diversity and multidisciplinary skills to approach technical challenges confidently.

We support your career development, including routes to chartership, technical training, and CPD courses, empowering you to shape your professional journey.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with colleagues and clients on radioactive waste and decommissioning projects.
• Assist in bids and proposals, providing technical content, diagrams, and case studies.
• Maintain strong client relationships and focus on customer satisfaction.
• Contribute to project delivery within scope, time, and budget.
• Develop innovative solutions using approaches like radiological dose modeling, automation, and decommissioning technologies.

Requirements:

• A degree in Science (Chemistry, Physics, Environmental) or Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Process), or relevant technical experience.
• Experience in consultancy or regulated industries.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Innovative mindset and questioning attitude.
• Flexible, willing to travel to client sites.
• Effective communication skills.
• Knowledge of nuclear sector and decommissioning.
• On-site nuclear or industrial experience.
• Understanding of radiation principles and waste management practices.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of nuclear decommissioning.
• On-site nuclear experience.
• Radiation safety understanding.
• Waste management expertise.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We contribute to the UK’s Net Zero target by 2050, ensuring sustainable energy solutions through nuclear, renewables, and decarbonization projects.

We offer flexible benefits, career development, and an inclusive environment. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and support disability accommodations.

Join us to help deliver impactful, sustainable projects worldwide.