Nuclear Safety Manager

Location: Suffolk, London, Bristol, Gloucester, with occasional travel to sites. (hybrid working arrangements).

Contract Type: Permanent, full-time.

Salary: Competitive salary, depending on experience, plus 5% bonus, 28 days holiday, market leading pension 7.5 % employee contribution and company contribution of 15% and other benefits.

Closing Date: Monday 23rd June 2025

The Opportunity

Are you looking for a career which is rewarding, at the cutting edge of project development and where you can really make a difference? Come and join our expanding Sizewell C (SZC) team and work on one of the most exciting and largest megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK’s climate change agenda and energy policy. Following on from the success of Hinkley Point C (HPC), the SZC Project is a nuclear new build project in Suffolk, which has obtained planning approval and Government financing support. The project has started construction and is now seeking private investment. When completed, it will provide dependable electricity to 6 million homes for 60 years, which along with renewables, will support Britain to achieve Net Zero by 2050.

About The Role

We are looking for an experienced and driven Nuclear Safety Manager to join the Pre-Operations Function at Sizewell C (SZC). This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of nuclear safety at one of the UK’s most significant energy infrastructure projects.

As part of the Technical and Safety delivery programme, you will lead the development and implementation of a strategy to establish a world-class operational Nuclear Safety Group. This includes recruiting and developing the team, embedding a strong nuclear safety culture, and ensuring all operational safety requirements are in place for the start of plant operations. You will also represent the future operator within the wider SZC project and collaborate closely with counterparts at Hinkley Point C (HPC) to ensure learning and best practices are shared and embedded.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for the SZC Nuclear Safety Group.
• Recruit, lead, and develop a high-performing nuclear safety team.
• Ensure readiness for operations, including people, training, documentation, governance, and equipment.
• Promote and embed a strong nuclear safety culture across the organisation.
• Represent the operator’s interests within the SZC project and with external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with HPC and internal SZC teams to integrate learning and align approaches.
• Support the development of safety cases and ensure alignment with the Nuclear Site Licence.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong role model and advocate for nuclear safety.
• In-depth understanding of the role of a Nuclear Safety Group in operational nuclear power stations.
• Solid technical foundation in nuclear engineering and science, ideally with PWR experience.
• Knowledge of nuclear safety cases and the operational role in their development and implementation.
• Understanding of nuclear reactor physics and operational safety responsibilities.
• Experience in strategy creation and implementation, ideally in a new or developing business area.
• Strong influencing and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficient in project management, including budgeting and planning.
• Familiarity with the UK Nuclear Site Licence framework.
• Ability to challenge constructively and work independently.
• Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic project environment.
• Collaborative and able to build effective working relationships.
• Self-starter with initiative and accountability.

Why Join Us?

At SZC, you’ll be part of a transformative project that will power millions of homes with low-carbon energy. You’ll work in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where safety, innovation, and sustainability are at the heart of everything we do.

If the above sounds like you, then we’d love to hear from you!

A Full Job Description Is Available On Application.

Competitive Salary And Benefits

We’re dedicated to offering flexible benefits that support our people across all aspects of their lives and we’re delighted to offer a range of benefits to support our employees’ physical, emotional and financial wellbeing. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a market-leading company pension scheme, paid holidays and a range of flexible benefits, such as: a company incentive bonus plan, health cover, cycle to work scheme, discounts and employee pricing.

Please let us know if you’d like to discuss flexible working arrangements by highlighting this on your application.