Technical Lead – Reactor Waste

Rolls-Royce SMR

. Lead engagement with either CEZ or Great British Nuclear (GBN) to define site-specific reactor waste requirements, priorities, and delivery objectives .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeDerby • United KingdomSenior💰 £60,000 - £78,750 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in radioactive waste management and the ability to develop and implement waste management strategies that meet regulatory and customer requirements. Proven track record in leading complex technical programmes within the nuclear industry while managing stakeholder relationships effectively.

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Radioactive Waste ManagementTechnical Specification DevelopmentStakeholder EngagementComplex Technical Programme LeadershipRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Waste Management StrategiesTechnical DirectionContract Deliverables ManagementRisk IdentificationContinuous Improvement

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsInfluencing Skills

Tools & Technologies

Rolls-Royce SMR Technology

Certifications & Qualifications

Chartered StatusBaseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) ClearanceDisclosure and Barring Service (DBS) CheckBasic Financial Probity Check

Industry Keywords

Nuclear IndustryWaste Disposal ProgrammesCommercially Focused Project Environments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead engagement with either CEZ or Great British Nuclear (GBN) to define site-specific reactor waste requirements, priorities, and delivery objectives
Act as the technical focal point for reactor waste activities
Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams and provide technical direction
Develop and implement waste management strategies meeting customer, regulatory, and programme requirements
Manage stakeholder relationships across engineering, commercial, and programme functions
Identify technical risks and opportunities
Drive continuous improvement
Support successful deployment of Rolls-Royce SMR technology
Translate customer requirements into practical waste management strategies and delivery plans

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree-qualified in Engineering, Science, or a related technical discipline
Chartered status desirable
Extensive experience within the nuclear industry
Strong expertise in radioactive waste management, waste strategy, or waste disposal programmes
Experience developing technical specifications
Experience managing contract deliverables
Experience operating within commercially focused project environments
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Ability to influence customers, regulators, and senior technical leaders
Proven track record of leading complex technical programmes
Successful delivery of outcomes within highly regulated environments
Ability to obtain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
Satisfactory basic financial probity check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-related target bonus opportunity of 12.5%
Benefits allowance of £2,200 per annum
Pension with 12% employer and 6% employee contributions
29 days holiday plus public holidays
Ability to buy or sell up to 4 holiday days
Private Medical Insurance with BUPA single cover healthcare
Life Assurance of 6x pensionable pay
£250 one-off payment for new starters for home office purchases
Opportunities for learning, professional development, and long-term career progression
Flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment
Career growth opportunities
Diversity, innovation, and continuous learning culture