Nuclear Compliance Security Lead

University of Manchester; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Manchester seeks a security specialist to oversee the management of its new radionuclide laboratory. The post holder will be instrumental in ensuring compliance with safety regulations and leading security operations, while joining a prestigious institution committed to making a positive impact on society.

Benefits

Market leading Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement (29 days)

Additional paid closure over Christmas

Local and national retail discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in facility security required.
• Knowledge of IAEA standards is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the University’s radionuclide laboratory.
• Lead on security issues and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Collaborate with the Nuclear Compliance core team.

Skills

Facility security

Security risk assessment

Emergency response

Security systems maintenance

Training and drills

Job description

CLOSING SOON! We are looking for the right person for this post, someone with experience in facility security, personnel vetting, security systems maintenance, security risk assessment, emergency response, training and drills, interfacing with local services, and good practice in line with IAEA standards.

The University

The University of Manchester has a rich heritage of discovery, social change and a pioneering spirit, which has been at the heart of what we do since 1824. When you join our university, you become part of a truly diverse and global community of staff, students and alumni all focused on ensuring that we are recognised for the excellence of our people, research, learning and innovation, and for the benefits we bring to society.

We’re a proud Manchester institution and have ambitious plans for our future. At the heart of our vision are our people – a diverse, inclusive community of individuals who work together to create positive change for the world around them.

Research and teaching are the foundation of what we do, but the University relies on a range of roles to help create the exceptional. If you think boldly, act with integrity and celebrate difference, then this could be the place for you.

The role

This is a unique opportunity for you to come and apply your expertise as a key part of our world leading organisation, addressing critical challenges in energy security and environmental sustainability.

The post holder will be responsible for supporting the implementation, commissioning, management, and operation of the University’s new alpha radionuclide laboratory capability, and take the lead on security issues. The person appointed will report directly to the Nuclear Laboratory Control Manager (NLCM) and will work in the newly formed Nuclear Compliance core team, comprising the NLCM; Safety, Environmental, Health Physics leads; and Project Co-Ordinator, and with the associated Academic and Technical teams.

The post holder will support the NLCM in discharging the University’s obligations under Health and Safety Regulations, Environmental Permitting Regulations, Nuclear Industries Security Regulations, and associated regulations, and will support smooth implementation of Environmental, Radiological Safety and Security compliance of the work.

What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement (29 days), plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS)

As this role involves research at a postgraduate level, applicants who are not an EEA national or a national of an exempt country and who will require sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route of the UK Visas and Immigration’s (UKVI) Points Based System in order to take up the role, will be required to apply for an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) Certificate and will need to obtain this prior to making any official visa application.)

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.