Environmental Consultant & Site Regulations

ASSYSTEM; Bridgwater; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nuclear engineering company based in Bridgwater is seeking a Regulatory Interface Manager. This hybrid role includes ensuring compliance with nuclear regulations, managing interactions with regulatory bodies, and supporting site teams during inspections. Ideal candidates will have a degree in science or engineering and experience in regulatory compliance within construction. The position offers a flexible work environment, competitive benefits, and the chance to contribute to pivotal nuclear projects in the UK.

Benefits

Hybrid Working

25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

8% Company Pension Contributions

Healthcare Cash Plan

Free Digital Gym Access

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working with nuclear or environmental regulators.
• Experience supporting regulatory inspections and audits.
• Strong understanding of compliance in construction environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage regulatory interface with ONR and Environment Agency.
• Coordinate site regulatory meetings and inspections.
• Ensure compliance protocols are consistently followed.
• Support site teams during regulatory inspections.

Skills

Regulatory compliance understanding

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Degree in science, engineering or equivalent

Job description

Company Description

⚡️💡 About Assystem

At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. Our 8,000 Switchers combine decades of engineering and project management expertise with digital innovation to deliver complex, highly regulated infrastructure. In the UK, we support landmark nuclear programmes including Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C and emerging Small Modular Reactors, helping secure a safe, reliable and low‑carbon energy future.

🤝 Why Join the Community of Switchers?

As one of the top three largest nuclear engineering companies in the world, Assystem offers unmatched exposure to nationally significant nuclear projects. You will join an organisation trusted by regulators, clients and delivery partners alike, where your future team works collaboratively to uphold nuclear safety, regulatory excellence and long‑term infrastructure performance.

Job Description

🚀 The Job Mission

This is a hybrid role, requiring regular on‑site presence in Bridgwater, with relocation support available where needed.

You act as the primary regulatory interface between site teams and nuclear regulators.

You enable effective compliance, transparency and readiness across construction and delivery activities.

• Manage day‑to‑day regulatory interface with ONR and Environment Agency
• Coordinate site‑based regulatory meetings, inspections and formal engagements
• Ensure regulatory protocols and engagement processes are consistently followed
• Support site teams and contractors during regulatory visits and inspections
• Track, manage and drive closure of regulatory actions and issues
• Coordinate regulatory documentation submission and information transmittal
• Provide clear regulatory advice to site and delivery stakeholders
• Produce reports supporting regulatory oversight and site compliance

Qualifications

🛠 Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Degree qualified in science, engineering or equivalent discipline
• Experience working directly with nuclear or environmental regulators
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance in construction environments
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a regulated, high‑pressure environment
• Experience supporting regulatory inspections and audits
• Strong organisational and action‑tracking capability

✔️ Desirable Skills

• Experience on large nuclear construction projects
• Familiarity with ONR regulatory frameworks and processes
• Experience working on licensed nuclear sites
• Understanding of nuclear safety culture principles
• Experience coordinating contractor regulatory interactions

Additional Information

🌟 Why Apply?

This is a rare opportunity to play a visible, trusted role on one of the UK’s most significant nuclear construction sites. At Assystem, your future team is empowered to work closely with regulators, influence safety outcomes and develop long‑term careers within a world‑leading nuclear engineering organisation.

🌟 Your Benefits Package

• 🏠 Hybrid Working — Flexibility to work from home and the office
• 🏖️ 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• 🔄 Buy & Sell Holiday — Make your time off work for you
• 💰 8% Company Pension Contributions
• 🛡️ Income Protection & 3x Salary Death‑in‑Service Cover
• 🤒 Competitive Sick Pay — Support when you need it
• 🏥 Healthcare Cash Plan — Claim back on dental, optical & more
• 💪 Free Digital Gym Access — Expert‑led fitness classes
• 🎁 Exclusive Discounts — Restaurants, days out & top brands
• 📞 24/7 Employee Support Line — Mental health, financial & legal help
• 🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme — Save money & go green
• 💉 Free Flu Jabs & Eye Test Vouchers
• 🧾 Paid Professional Membership Fees
• ❤️ Volunteer Days — Make a difference on company time

Equal Treatment Statement

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter! Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.