Materials Scientist

AWE; Reading; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Materials Scientist to manage their Strategic Materials portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. The role involves overseeing material supply, developing storage strategies, and engaging with operational teams. Candidates should have a STEM degree and experience in science or manufacturing, with strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Benefits include a flexible working pattern, a market-leading pension scheme, and professional development funding.

Benefits

9-day working fortnight

Market-leading pension scheme

39 weeks maternity leave

4 weeks paternity leave

Professional development funding

Employee assistance services

Life assurance

Discounts on services

Paid leave for volunteering

Qualifications

• Experience in Science or Manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of health & safety legislation and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage Strategic Materials portfolio to align with objectives.
• Develop and coordinate a programme for material supply and storage.
• Establish relationships within UK industry and academia.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Innovative Mindset

Education

STEM Degree

NVQ/ONC/HNC

Tools

MS Office

Job description

If you’d like to be considered for this opportunity, we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment, as high application volumes may cause the role to close before the deadline.

Materials Scientist

Location: RG7 4PR, between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking.

Package: £38,020 - £57,020 (dependent on suitability, qualifications, and experience)

Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. Flexible working requests are considered—please specify your preference in your application.

Role Overview

AWE is recruiting a Materials Scientist for our Materials and Analytical Science Group. The role involves managing our Strategic Materials portfolio to align material use with our strategic objectives, overseeing material supply and storage, and engaging with operational teams to meet programme needs.

Key Responsibilities

1. Critically analyze the lifecycle use of materials in facilities.
2. Own the material supply and storage strategy, aligning with corporate and DNO strategies.
3. Develop and coordinate a programme for material supply and storage over the next five years and beyond.
4. Establish relationships within UK industry, academia, and international partners.
5. Identify capability gaps with stakeholders.
6. Assign tasks to delivery managers and movement control leads.
7. Develop metrics to monitor material supply health.
8. Provide scientific guidance on material storage and supply.
9. Report progress and resource needs to senior leadership.

Candidate Profile

We are interested in candidates with:

• A STEM degree, NVQ/ONC/HNC, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in Science or Manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of health & safety legislation, environmental regulations, and relevant legislation.
• Strong communication skills.
• Experience with Strategic Materials.
• Technical leadership abilities.
• Stakeholder management skills.
• Innovative mindset and commitment to quality.
• Proficiency in MS Office.

Benefits

AWE offers a range of benefits, including:

• 9-day working fortnight with every other Friday off and 270 annual leave hours.
• Market-leading pension scheme (9%-13%).
• Family-friendly policies: 39 weeks maternity leave, 4 weeks paternity leave.
• Professional development funding.
• Employee assistance and occupational health services.
• Life assurance (4x salary).
• Discounts on various services.
• Paid leave for volunteering, public service, and caring responsibilities.

Details available on the 'Working at AWE' webpage under the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.

Due to the classified nature of work, remote working opportunities are limited; on-site presence at AWE Aldermaston is expected.

Next Steps

We value diverse skills and perspectives. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, if you believe you’re a good fit, please apply. We look forward to your application.

Important Information

• Apply promptly to avoid missing out.
• Security clearance is required, which AWE will fund. Applicants must be UK residents for the past 5 years (SC) or 10 years (DV).
• Adjustments for the recruitment process can be requested.
• Interviews are usually conducted via Teams in a single stage.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity. Your inclusion information will be handled in accordance with GDPR and kept confidential. Note: British citizenship is required to apply.