Senior / Principal Environmental / Waste Consultant

In the Energy sector Atkins has an exceptional reputation for delivering innovative and cost efficient solutions to some of the world's most technically challenging problems.

Atkins supports the whole life cycle of the nuclear industry, building the next generation of nuclear power stations, keeping the current fleet operational and solving the decommissioning challenge.

Across the UK and the globe there are difficult issues to overcome to create a sustainable energy supply and there is a great opportunity to make a positive difference to people's lives and the environment.

Be that difference. Only brilliant minds can solve the world's energy challenges. At Atkins you'll find the best place to apply yours.

It is an exciting time at Atkins, and as a result, we have career opportunities for Senior / Principal Environmental and Radioactive Waste Management Consultants to join our growing team of nuclear consultants at our prestigious offices based at Aztec West, North Bristol. The aim is to develop your current level of technical and project skills through targeted training and continual professional development.

You will have knowledge and extensive expertise in nuclear waste management practices. You will have a proven track record of environmental management on large complex projects (preferably multi-disciplinary) as well as delivering projects to time, cost and quality. The role will also require you to actively promote the environmental arm of the Atkins nuclear business, creating business opportunities and developing client relationships.

Responsibilities

Our Environment and Waste Management Consultants are responsible for providing specialist advice during the design, operation and decommissioning of nuclear facilities and for the production of all environmental and waste management documentation required under Site Licence Conditions and the Environmental Permit.

Requirements

Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and skills:

• Degree qualified in an environmental, science or engineering subject (physics, chemistry mechanical, chemical or process engineering).
• An extensive level of experience of working within the nuclear industry (preferably with experience gained with an onsite licensee), with knowledge and hands-on expertise in the following areas:
• Environmental planning, legislation and permitting.
• Compliance with Nuclear Site Licence Conditions under the Nuclear Installations Act 1965.
• Environmental assessment studies e.g. BAT and EIA.
• Waste management and remediation.
• Development and implementation of waste management strategies.
• Waste characterisation and inventory.
• Material performance, aging and degradation.
• Waste packaging and transportation.
• Liaison with operators, designers and clients.
• Experience of completing projects to time, cost and quality.
• Experience of building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a range of internal / external stakeholders.
• Experience of developing existing and/or new areas of business.
• Experience of working on large, complex projects (preferably multi-disciplinary).
• Experience of technically leading / mentoring junior members of a team.
• Good communication and presentation skills.

Additional Information

• Travel to other company sites may be necessary.
• Atkins recognise that there are many well qualified people who are looking to further their career in engineering, but who cannot commit to full time employment. We support flexible working arrangements and are interested to discuss how we can accommodate individual requirements.
• This is an exciting time for Atkins, we are diversifying our portfolio to become a more global organisation, while also continuing to grow our Energy sector in the UK. There will be opportunities for international travel and applicants with a desire for non-UK based assignments will be welcomed.
• Successful candidates may be required to undergo a security vetting process and offers of employment will be subject to relevant security clearance being granted.
• By joining the vibrant Energy Business in Bristol, you will have the opportunity to work across the whole Nuclear market from Decommissioning to Generation to Nuclear New Build.

Right to Work

The UK Government have taken steps to reduce net migration to the UK by limiting the number of overseas workers from outside the EEA coming to the UK for employment. Please note that whilst we are able to consider applications from overseas workers from outside the EEA ( who require a Tier 2 (General) visa) we can only employ them if we can provide evidence that there are no other suitable candidates for this vacancy from inside the EEA.

Training

Atkins develops individuals through a portfolio of training and development activities designed to help you make the best of your abilities and talents. We encourage participation in all forms of training and have an active programme of in-house and well as external training for all of our engineers.

Rewards and Benefits

Please refer to our Rewards and Benefits page for details on our full benefits package.