Safeguards Officer

  • Morson Talent
  • Capenhurst, Cheshire
  • Jul 03, 2025
Full time

Job Description

Help us to make a world of difference

Urenco is a global leader in the production of low carbon energy. We work at the cutting edge of the transition to a sustainable, net zero world.

We re looking for a Safeguards Officer. Based at our Capenhurst site you ll provide support to the Site Security and Safeguards Site Manager, Site Safeguards Specialist and One Capenhurst site businesses in delivery of the Nuclear Material Accountancy Control and Safeguards arrangements ensuring UUK, UCP, UTD and UNS are in compliance with domestic and international Safeguards regulations and international non-proliferation agreements.

At Urenco we re committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. If you feel you meet some, but not all of what were looking for, please still apply. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market leading training and development experiences. Along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry.

What you ll do:

• The Safeguards Officer is responsible for supporting the implementation of the Safeguards arrangements at ensuring compliance with Nuclear Safeguard Regulations 2019 for the Capenhurst Site.
• Coordinate effective reporting in the Urenco Learning system and support reporting to ONR of notifiable events against the Nuclear Safeguard Regulations events using the ONR INF1 and Follow Up Report system. Where appropriate may lead investigations into safeguards non-compliances or provide technical support.
• Supports the Process Owner in respect of site Nuclear Material Accountancy Control and Safeguards arrangements. This includes undertaking updates to site compliance documents either periodically or as changes are required. Creating regulatory compliance documentation to support new projects involving Safeguarded materials. All of which much pass regulatory assessment.
• Support the development of Safeguards by design (SBD) requirements for new facilities or modifications to existing facilities.

What do you need to thrive in this role?

• Minimum requirement of A levels or equivalent in a technical or mathematical subject. Desirable degree working towards or equivalent experience in relevant Operational / Nuclear industry fields.
• Capability to guide company personnel on Safeguard matters and work with minimal supervision.
• Working knowledge of applicable national, international and regulatory safeguards frameworks regulations and standards. Worked within a regulated environment
• Evidence of developing policy, procedures, standards and guidelines.
• Experience of working with legal, audit and compliance staff.

What can you expect from us?

More than just a job, we offer a future. More than just a place to work, we provide an opportunity to prosper. As an employee of Urenco you will receive:

• Annual leave starting at 25 days, which increases by one day for every two years of service up to a maximum of 30 days. In addition, you will accrue 13 additional days off to be used flexibly. There s also a newly added scheme for buying and selling holiday, up to 5 days.
• A diverse range of family friendly policies.
• A generous bonus scheme.
• A defined contribution pension scheme with up to 16% employer s contribution.
• Single private medical and dental cover.
• Flexible benefits package including life assurance and income protection. In addition, you ll have an opportunity to purchase additional benefits that suit your lifestyle and take advantage of tax and NI savings.
• Education and training we take pride in helping people learn and develop by supporting, accelerating and directing your learning. As well as the completion of mandatory health and safety courses, training packages will be offered to meet your specific needs.

Creating a diverse and inclusive workforce
As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please let our talent acquisition team know.
Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future.