Great food in the workplace isn't simply about fuel. It's about increasing productivity and improving performance; it's about happy motivated people and inspiring environments. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do-we live to bring food and people together. We are brave, bold and curious adventurers in food and drink. Never shy of being different, always challenging the conventional. Our passionate team of chefs, baristas, servers, nutritionists and much more, love nothing more than creating memorable moments that enrich the everyday. Come and join our award winning teams - we are currently recruiting for a General Manager to join our team at University of London. General Manager - Halls of Residence Location: University of London, Central London Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for hospitality, operational excellence, and student experience? We're seeking a General Manager to oversee our multi-site Halls of Residence at the University of London. In this role, you will lead catering operations, residential services, and student engagement initiatives, ensuring top-quality food, service, and compliance across all sites. You'll work closely with our executive chef, unit managers, and university partners to drive innovation, efficiency, and a first-class student experience. What you'll do: Lead and develop multi-site catering and residential operations. Manage budgets, P&L, procurement, labour, and waste to deliver financial targets. Deliver themed events, pop-ups, and initiatives to enhance student life. Ensure full compliance with food safety, health & safety, and governance standards. Build strong relationships with university stakeholders, driving service excellence and operational alignment. Recruit, coach, and develop high-performing teams. What we're looking for: Senior management experience in contract catering, multi-site operations, or hospitality. Proven P&L accountability and operational leadership. Strong student-focused mindset, with excellent people and stakeholder management skills. Why join us: This is your chance to shape the student experience, lead a talented team, and make a tangible impact on service delivery and engagement at a prestigious university. What's in it for you? Working with Gather and Gather has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits to keep you happy. Personal Development and Training opportunities Life assurance scheme Pension scheme Holiday allowance Access to Healthcare Support App which includes Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion Eye care A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance Family friendly support Regular social events and communication with our leaders A holiday purchase scheme Volunteering days Professional subscriptions Recognition schemes and people awards Long service awards Access to some great high street discount vouchers
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Great food in the workplace isn't simply about fuel. It's about increasing productivity and improving performance; it's about happy motivated people and inspiring environments. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do-we live to bring food and people together. We are brave, bold and curious adventurers in food and drink. Never shy of being different, always challenging the conventional. Our passionate team of chefs, baristas, servers, nutritionists and much more, love nothing more than creating memorable moments that enrich the everyday. Come and join our award winning teams - we are currently recruiting for a General Manager to join our team at University of London. General Manager - Halls of Residence Location: University of London, Central London Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for hospitality, operational excellence, and student experience? We're seeking a General Manager to oversee our multi-site Halls of Residence at the University of London. In this role, you will lead catering operations, residential services, and student engagement initiatives, ensuring top-quality food, service, and compliance across all sites. You'll work closely with our executive chef, unit managers, and university partners to drive innovation, efficiency, and a first-class student experience. What you'll do: Lead and develop multi-site catering and residential operations. Manage budgets, P&L, procurement, labour, and waste to deliver financial targets. Deliver themed events, pop-ups, and initiatives to enhance student life. Ensure full compliance with food safety, health & safety, and governance standards. Build strong relationships with university stakeholders, driving service excellence and operational alignment. Recruit, coach, and develop high-performing teams. What we're looking for: Senior management experience in contract catering, multi-site operations, or hospitality. Proven P&L accountability and operational leadership. Strong student-focused mindset, with excellent people and stakeholder management skills. Why join us: This is your chance to shape the student experience, lead a talented team, and make a tangible impact on service delivery and engagement at a prestigious university. What's in it for you? Working with Gather and Gather has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits to keep you happy. Personal Development and Training opportunities Life assurance scheme Pension scheme Holiday allowance Access to Healthcare Support App which includes Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion Eye care A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance Family friendly support Regular social events and communication with our leaders A holiday purchase scheme Volunteering days Professional subscriptions Recognition schemes and people awards Long service awards Access to some great high street discount vouchers
Deputy Chief Nuclear Inspector Office for Nuclear Regulation Location: Bootle, London, or Cheltenham, with hybrid working arrangements in place Salary: £Competitive + excellent benefits Our mission is to protect society by securing safe nuclear operations. Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) is the UK's independent regulator for nuclear safety, security, safeguards, and conventional health and safety across 36 licensed nuclear sites. It ensures that the nuclear industry effectively controls hazards, maintains high standards, and continuously improves. ONR's work spans operating reactors, fuel cycle facilities, waste management, decommissioning, and new nuclear construction. It also regulates the transport of nuclear materials and oversees compliance with international safeguards. Transparency, accountability, and public confidence are central to ONR's regulatory approach. The Deputy Chief Nuclear Inspector (DCNI) is a senior executive role reporting directly to the Chief Executive/Chief Nuclear Inspector and deputising for him when required. The DCNI collaborates with the Director of Strategy and Corporate Affairs to engage with senior stakeholders domestically and internationally, supporting ONR's strategic goals. They contribute to strategy development, change management, and performance reporting, including the Annual Report and Accounts, the Chief Nuclear Inspector's report and Review of Regulation reports. Key responsibilities will include: Leading ONR's Regulatory Directorates, setting strategic regulatory objectives and ensuring effective delivery and enforcement Oversight of ONR's regulatory approach, particularly in response to changes in the nuclear landscape. Undertaking resource planning, governance, risk management, and assurance across regulatory divisions Act as line manager to the Directors of Regulation. We are looking for an exceptional individual who has gained substantial experience in the UK nuclear, related or regulatory industries, strategic leadership, change management, and stakeholder engagement. Strong communication, integrity, and decision-making abilities are critical, as is a commitment to ONR's values: supportive, open-minded, fair, and accountable. To apply Please do not apply directly to the Office for Nuclear Regulation but instead, through our retained recruitment partner, Hays Executive. The Office for Nuclear Regulation welcomes applications for this opportunity from experienced professionals from the nuclear, related or regulatory industries. Your background is not important to us. You will have the requisite demonstrable experience, skills and resilience, as well as the relationship building and inspirational leadership capabilities to undertake this challenging strategic regulatory leadership role in the nuclear arena and deliver it successfully. It's a very exciting time for the Office for Nuclear Regulation. If you would like to make a valuable contribution to the future of the organisation, we would like to hear from you. To confidentially discuss the role in further detail or request a copy of the Candidate Brief, please contact Laurence Wolahan or Hisham Khan at Hays Executive on M or T respectively. Campaign dates Closing date: 8th February 2026 First round of interviews: W/C 16th February 2026 Shortlist assessment: W/C 23rd February 2026 ONR interviews: W/C 2nd March 2026 The above dates are subject to change.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Deputy Chief Nuclear Inspector Office for Nuclear Regulation Location: Bootle, London, or Cheltenham, with hybrid working arrangements in place Salary: £Competitive + excellent benefits Our mission is to protect society by securing safe nuclear operations. Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) is the UK's independent regulator for nuclear safety, security, safeguards, and conventional health and safety across 36 licensed nuclear sites. It ensures that the nuclear industry effectively controls hazards, maintains high standards, and continuously improves. ONR's work spans operating reactors, fuel cycle facilities, waste management, decommissioning, and new nuclear construction. It also regulates the transport of nuclear materials and oversees compliance with international safeguards. Transparency, accountability, and public confidence are central to ONR's regulatory approach. The Deputy Chief Nuclear Inspector (DCNI) is a senior executive role reporting directly to the Chief Executive/Chief Nuclear Inspector and deputising for him when required. The DCNI collaborates with the Director of Strategy and Corporate Affairs to engage with senior stakeholders domestically and internationally, supporting ONR's strategic goals. They contribute to strategy development, change management, and performance reporting, including the Annual Report and Accounts, the Chief Nuclear Inspector's report and Review of Regulation reports. Key responsibilities will include: Leading ONR's Regulatory Directorates, setting strategic regulatory objectives and ensuring effective delivery and enforcement Oversight of ONR's regulatory approach, particularly in response to changes in the nuclear landscape. Undertaking resource planning, governance, risk management, and assurance across regulatory divisions Act as line manager to the Directors of Regulation. We are looking for an exceptional individual who has gained substantial experience in the UK nuclear, related or regulatory industries, strategic leadership, change management, and stakeholder engagement. Strong communication, integrity, and decision-making abilities are critical, as is a commitment to ONR's values: supportive, open-minded, fair, and accountable. To apply Please do not apply directly to the Office for Nuclear Regulation but instead, through our retained recruitment partner, Hays Executive. The Office for Nuclear Regulation welcomes applications for this opportunity from experienced professionals from the nuclear, related or regulatory industries. Your background is not important to us. You will have the requisite demonstrable experience, skills and resilience, as well as the relationship building and inspirational leadership capabilities to undertake this challenging strategic regulatory leadership role in the nuclear arena and deliver it successfully. It's a very exciting time for the Office for Nuclear Regulation. If you would like to make a valuable contribution to the future of the organisation, we would like to hear from you. To confidentially discuss the role in further detail or request a copy of the Candidate Brief, please contact Laurence Wolahan or Hisham Khan at Hays Executive on M or T respectively. Campaign dates Closing date: 8th February 2026 First round of interviews: W/C 16th February 2026 Shortlist assessment: W/C 23rd February 2026 ONR interviews: W/C 2nd March 2026 The above dates are subject to change.
At Dyson we believe everything could be better. Fuelled by a frustration with things that don't work properly and a relentless obsession with making them work better, we've spent the last 25 years pioneering inventions and continually improving. We're growing fast. And our ambition is huge. But it's not simply about more people and more profit. Dyson is all about better ideas and new technologies. It's about inventing the future. Our philosophy remains the same as it was 25 years ago when James Dyson invented the first cyclonic vacuum cleaner. We remain family-owned. We don't bow to outside shareholders or report to the stock exchange. Instead we plot our own path, unshackled from conventional thinking. About the Team Hard services constitute a key strategic pillar of the estates function which supports and ensures regional Dyson properties operate smoothly, compliantly and meet their growth plan. Within the UK, the estates team manage properties comprising office spaces, R&D laboratories, collaboration & innovation spaces, events spaces, warehousing and landscaped grounds. This position will play a key role in delivering against our goal of offering a best-in-class workplace experience by providing subject matter expertise in facilities hard services. The Head of Hard Services will engage with various stakeholders pro-actively and lead dedicated teams to provide solutions which meet ambitious organisational targets. As a member of the estates leadership team the Head of Hard Services will provide strategic leadership for estates and support to the UK Estates Director. About the Role You will: Lead the operational maintenance of UK sites. Design and deliver the long-term strategy for hard services including but not limited to: Reactive maintenance process and delivery model, Planned maintenance strategy and delivery model, Building systems & performance, Small works (Core Projects) programme, Buildings compliance, Permitting & safety, Develop and implement key strategic management tools such as reactive maintenance processes, asset registers, forward maintenance registers and planned maintenance schedules, Support troubleshooting of complex technical problems and provide suitable solutions. Coherently present solutions and justify the resources required, Direct, own and manage maintenance records demonstrating effective and robust maintenance regimes, Own and be accountable for compliance, Lead and direct the maintenance team to ensure effective and efficient maintenance activity, both reactive and planned, Lead the buildings systems team to identify and propose high impact enhancements and improvements in buildings systems, Lead the core projects team to deliver the target programme and to develop and implement appropriate governance and cost control systems, Own estates permitting, collaborating with Dyson Health & Safety, Manage estates maintenance spending, tracking actuals and ensuring performance to budget, Provide strategic spend forecasting aligned to the key management tools described above, Review and justify capex and opex requests, support cost efficiency programs, Identify and propose innovative new approaches and models for the delivery of key maintenance activity, Identify and deliver continuous improvements, raising standards across all our UK locations, Collaborate with other functions to meet security, safety, environmental and health & safety compliance, Be the single point of contact for hard services, providing strategic updates to the UK Estates Director for onward communication to Dyson Executives, Be an inspiring leader for the hard services teams, creating engagement, enthusiasm and drive, Be responsible for people training and development, engendering a culture of continuous professional development, Lead best practices and lessons learnt sharing, as well as standardise work processes and procedures across all sites. Effectively coordinate activities with local stakeholders pertaining to operations, core projects and estates' programmes to ensure smooth delivery, transparency and consistency Act as an advisor and advocator of effective industry practices and best-in-class practices. Strive to achieve the best-in-class standard. About You We're looking for someone that has: Master or bachelor's degree in engineering or estates management preferably Experience working in facilities / estates and a minimum 5 years experience in a senior management role, Demonstrable leadership skills and strategic thinking, Thorough understanding of effective outsource delivery models, Highly proficient in systematic problem solving and process control techniques, Sound knowledge of materials and skilled labor costs, allied to thorough understanding of facilities install and remediation engineering, Comprehensive understanding of relevant local codes of practices, including safety, health and environment. Professional certification(s) in engineering or facilities management is an advantage. Strong planning and organisational capability, Highly proficient in strategic thinking and analytical skills in trouble shooting, Ability to connect facilities operations and maintenance methods to end user requirements and experience, Excellent management and communication skills, Strong team player allied to an ability to work independently, Enjoy interacting with people, especially at the senior management level, Diligent, committed and open to new ideas. - Performance-related bonus scheme - Life assurance - Discounts on Dyson machines and retail discounts - Free bus travel to and from campus (from Bristol, Bath, Chippenham, and Swindon) Lifestyle - Free on-site lunches, fruit, and hot drinks - Free on-site sports centre, gym, hair salon, and lifestyle assistance (concierge) - Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme - Ability to purchase additional holiday Health - Private medical insurance and dental insurance - Employee assistance programme, digital GP, on-site physio and GP, prescription service, fertility treatment support Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don't think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
At Dyson we believe everything could be better. Fuelled by a frustration with things that don't work properly and a relentless obsession with making them work better, we've spent the last 25 years pioneering inventions and continually improving. We're growing fast. And our ambition is huge. But it's not simply about more people and more profit. Dyson is all about better ideas and new technologies. It's about inventing the future. Our philosophy remains the same as it was 25 years ago when James Dyson invented the first cyclonic vacuum cleaner. We remain family-owned. We don't bow to outside shareholders or report to the stock exchange. Instead we plot our own path, unshackled from conventional thinking. About the Team Hard services constitute a key strategic pillar of the estates function which supports and ensures regional Dyson properties operate smoothly, compliantly and meet their growth plan. Within the UK, the estates team manage properties comprising office spaces, R&D laboratories, collaboration & innovation spaces, events spaces, warehousing and landscaped grounds. This position will play a key role in delivering against our goal of offering a best-in-class workplace experience by providing subject matter expertise in facilities hard services. The Head of Hard Services will engage with various stakeholders pro-actively and lead dedicated teams to provide solutions which meet ambitious organisational targets. As a member of the estates leadership team the Head of Hard Services will provide strategic leadership for estates and support to the UK Estates Director. About the Role You will: Lead the operational maintenance of UK sites. Design and deliver the long-term strategy for hard services including but not limited to: Reactive maintenance process and delivery model, Planned maintenance strategy and delivery model, Building systems & performance, Small works (Core Projects) programme, Buildings compliance, Permitting & safety, Develop and implement key strategic management tools such as reactive maintenance processes, asset registers, forward maintenance registers and planned maintenance schedules, Support troubleshooting of complex technical problems and provide suitable solutions. Coherently present solutions and justify the resources required, Direct, own and manage maintenance records demonstrating effective and robust maintenance regimes, Own and be accountable for compliance, Lead and direct the maintenance team to ensure effective and efficient maintenance activity, both reactive and planned, Lead the buildings systems team to identify and propose high impact enhancements and improvements in buildings systems, Lead the core projects team to deliver the target programme and to develop and implement appropriate governance and cost control systems, Own estates permitting, collaborating with Dyson Health & Safety, Manage estates maintenance spending, tracking actuals and ensuring performance to budget, Provide strategic spend forecasting aligned to the key management tools described above, Review and justify capex and opex requests, support cost efficiency programs, Identify and propose innovative new approaches and models for the delivery of key maintenance activity, Identify and deliver continuous improvements, raising standards across all our UK locations, Collaborate with other functions to meet security, safety, environmental and health & safety compliance, Be the single point of contact for hard services, providing strategic updates to the UK Estates Director for onward communication to Dyson Executives, Be an inspiring leader for the hard services teams, creating engagement, enthusiasm and drive, Be responsible for people training and development, engendering a culture of continuous professional development, Lead best practices and lessons learnt sharing, as well as standardise work processes and procedures across all sites. Effectively coordinate activities with local stakeholders pertaining to operations, core projects and estates' programmes to ensure smooth delivery, transparency and consistency Act as an advisor and advocator of effective industry practices and best-in-class practices. Strive to achieve the best-in-class standard. About You We're looking for someone that has: Master or bachelor's degree in engineering or estates management preferably Experience working in facilities / estates and a minimum 5 years experience in a senior management role, Demonstrable leadership skills and strategic thinking, Thorough understanding of effective outsource delivery models, Highly proficient in systematic problem solving and process control techniques, Sound knowledge of materials and skilled labor costs, allied to thorough understanding of facilities install and remediation engineering, Comprehensive understanding of relevant local codes of practices, including safety, health and environment. Professional certification(s) in engineering or facilities management is an advantage. Strong planning and organisational capability, Highly proficient in strategic thinking and analytical skills in trouble shooting, Ability to connect facilities operations and maintenance methods to end user requirements and experience, Excellent management and communication skills, Strong team player allied to an ability to work independently, Enjoy interacting with people, especially at the senior management level, Diligent, committed and open to new ideas. - Performance-related bonus scheme - Life assurance - Discounts on Dyson machines and retail discounts - Free bus travel to and from campus (from Bristol, Bath, Chippenham, and Swindon) Lifestyle - Free on-site lunches, fruit, and hot drinks - Free on-site sports centre, gym, hair salon, and lifestyle assistance (concierge) - Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme - Ability to purchase additional holiday Health - Private medical insurance and dental insurance - Employee assistance programme, digital GP, on-site physio and GP, prescription service, fertility treatment support Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don't think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity.
J. Murphy & Sons Ltd
New Ollerton, Nottinghamshire
Murphy is recruiting for a title to work with Energy to lead the delivery of a major new-build OHL project valued at over 100m, as part of our delivery of the Great Grid partnership (GGP) Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. Senior Project Manager/ Project Manager - Overhead Lines We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of a major new-build OHL project valued at over 100m. This high-profile role will suit someone with a strong background in civils and electrical works, proven leadership skills, and the ability to drive projects to successful completion. A day in the life of a Murphy Senior Project Manager/ Project Manager Taking full ownership of the project, ensuring delivery to agreed time, cost and quality targets. Leading on stakeholder and customer engagement, building effective relationships throughout the lifecycle of the project. Driving a culture of health, safety and wellbeing, embedding our Perfect Delivery philosophy across the project. Managing budgets and costs rigorously, ensuring accurate forecasting, monitoring and reporting at all times. Overseeing risk and opportunity management in line with company procedures. Delivering a quality installation that exceeds customer expectations. Championing continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across the team and supply chain. Implementing Murphy policies and procedures, ensuring compliance and best practice throughout. Still interested, does this sound like you? Ideally experience in Overhead Line, including new-build delivery. Strong background in heavy civils within an energy/utilities context. Proven track record in pre-construction and design management, with the ability to shape project delivery from the earliest stages. Significant experience managing large-scale civils and electrical projects. Strong commercial and contractual awareness. Familiarity of NECforms of contracts. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex stakeholder relationships. A track record of delivering projects safely, on time and to budget. Passion for innovation, continuous improvement and sustainable project delivery.
Jan 30, 2026
Full time
Murphy is recruiting for a title to work with Energy to lead the delivery of a major new-build OHL project valued at over 100m, as part of our delivery of the Great Grid partnership (GGP) Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. Senior Project Manager/ Project Manager - Overhead Lines We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of a major new-build OHL project valued at over 100m. This high-profile role will suit someone with a strong background in civils and electrical works, proven leadership skills, and the ability to drive projects to successful completion. A day in the life of a Murphy Senior Project Manager/ Project Manager Taking full ownership of the project, ensuring delivery to agreed time, cost and quality targets. Leading on stakeholder and customer engagement, building effective relationships throughout the lifecycle of the project. Driving a culture of health, safety and wellbeing, embedding our Perfect Delivery philosophy across the project. Managing budgets and costs rigorously, ensuring accurate forecasting, monitoring and reporting at all times. Overseeing risk and opportunity management in line with company procedures. Delivering a quality installation that exceeds customer expectations. Championing continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across the team and supply chain. Implementing Murphy policies and procedures, ensuring compliance and best practice throughout. Still interested, does this sound like you? Ideally experience in Overhead Line, including new-build delivery. Strong background in heavy civils within an energy/utilities context. Proven track record in pre-construction and design management, with the ability to shape project delivery from the earliest stages. Significant experience managing large-scale civils and electrical projects. Strong commercial and contractual awareness. Familiarity of NECforms of contracts. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex stakeholder relationships. A track record of delivering projects safely, on time and to budget. Passion for innovation, continuous improvement and sustainable project delivery.
Principal Safety Assessment Specialist Closing Date: 26th February 2026 Location: RG7 4PR , located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking . Due to the classified nature of the work involved, there are limited opportunities to work from home in this role. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will spend the majority of their time working on site at AWE Aldermaston. Package: 64,340 - 101,700 per annum (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience) A relocation package may be available (terms and conditions apply). Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application. Ready to play your part? At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part? AWE is currently recruiting for a Principal Safety Assessment Specialist within the Infrastructure Project Delivery (IPD), which is tasked with delivering a significant portfolio of conventional, nuclear, explosive new facilities together with implementing major re-kits to existing infrastructure. The main purpose of this role is to provide strategic leadership and ownership across the programme for both supply chain and in-house delivered safety assessments of complex nuclear, explosive and other major hazards infrastructure projects. The role advises on strategies for the development of safety assessments (safety case /risk assessments) and develops and delivers complex safety analyses, assessments and associated documentation throughout the project lifecycle. The role also oversees delivery and accepts supplier delivered safety cases or assessments on behalf of AWE by providing direct monitoring and oversight of programme together with managing the provision of competent resources to develop safety assessments. Key Accountabilities: Leads and manages the technical input to the planning and production of safety documentation. Delivers safety assessments and other technical safety documentation to agreed AWE standards. Monitors the production and delivery of safety documentation, using appropriate metrics. Ensure the implementing safety documentation requirements meet the standards set in the MSPs. Provides technical input to the production of Company and SESH policy, guidance and strategy. Provides technical input to the design and/or delivery of technical training. Mentor SAS Assessors and Senior SAS members as part of a planned development activity. Maintain and promote high personal standards in security, environment, safety and health. Additional accountabilities for this job profile may be defined and appointed through the Chief Engineer Management Arrangements, with appointees listed within the Company Design Authorities and Technical Authorities, as held in the company management system. Key Responsibilities: Lead a Safety Assessment Specialist team in the production, delivery of safety justification/documentation and through the governance process. Take ownership of safety justification/documentation as directed by Group Leader, Nuclear Safety or SESH Management. Ensuring that company strategies, policies and management system requirements for safety are communicated and understood. Contributing to processes that assess performance of the development and use of safety assessments and Licence Condition compliance and identify where improvements could be made. To assist with verification and checking safety documentation. Mentoring others in safety assessment approaches, documentation and techniques. Maintaining and promoting high standards in security, environment, safety and health. The Company may require you to fulfil any other reasonable duties aligned to your position from time to time in line with business needs. Deputise for Group Leader, Nuclear Safety in meetings when requested. Who are we looking for? We do need you to have the following: Degree in a science or engineering based subject or vocational qualification (HND or equivalent) and/or extensive practical experience. Safety Assessment Specialists are expected to be able to undertake a range of techniques. A list of common techniques is included in the Capability Matrix. The specific skills/ techniques that are required for a role/deployment will be identified as part of the tasking process. Extensive knowledge of these techniques is anticipated. Excellent interpersonal/communication skills, report and presentation skills. Extensive experience in the field of safety assessment for radiological, chemical and/or explosive hazards. Experience in a nuclear, high hazard and/or highly regulated industry. Experience of several Domains (Management system, Front End, Project design, Commissioning, Operations, Decommissioning), gained within or outside AWE. Experience of working/operating in a high hazard and/or highly regulated industry (probably nuclear). Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following: Professional membership to a relevant charted body. Application of technical skills across the nuclear lifecycle (project -decommissioning). Application of skill across different hazard types (i.e. proportional risk assessment). Experience from across the nuclear lifecycle (projects - decommissioning). Experience of skill from across different hazard types. You must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the security clearance required for the role (more information on this can be found on our website) and be willing and able to travel within the UK and overseas if required. You'll need to have the ability to work calmly and constructively in a priority changing environment and be able to manage your own workload. You will also have initiative, enthusiasm, a flexible approach, and ability to work to tight deadlines. Work hard, be rewarded: We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including: 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave. Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending. Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring. The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.
Jan 29, 2026
Full time
Principal Safety Assessment Specialist Closing Date: 26th February 2026 Location: RG7 4PR , located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking . Due to the classified nature of the work involved, there are limited opportunities to work from home in this role. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will spend the majority of their time working on site at AWE Aldermaston. Package: 64,340 - 101,700 per annum (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience) A relocation package may be available (terms and conditions apply). Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application. Ready to play your part? At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part? AWE is currently recruiting for a Principal Safety Assessment Specialist within the Infrastructure Project Delivery (IPD), which is tasked with delivering a significant portfolio of conventional, nuclear, explosive new facilities together with implementing major re-kits to existing infrastructure. The main purpose of this role is to provide strategic leadership and ownership across the programme for both supply chain and in-house delivered safety assessments of complex nuclear, explosive and other major hazards infrastructure projects. The role advises on strategies for the development of safety assessments (safety case /risk assessments) and develops and delivers complex safety analyses, assessments and associated documentation throughout the project lifecycle. The role also oversees delivery and accepts supplier delivered safety cases or assessments on behalf of AWE by providing direct monitoring and oversight of programme together with managing the provision of competent resources to develop safety assessments. Key Accountabilities: Leads and manages the technical input to the planning and production of safety documentation. Delivers safety assessments and other technical safety documentation to agreed AWE standards. Monitors the production and delivery of safety documentation, using appropriate metrics. Ensure the implementing safety documentation requirements meet the standards set in the MSPs. Provides technical input to the production of Company and SESH policy, guidance and strategy. Provides technical input to the design and/or delivery of technical training. Mentor SAS Assessors and Senior SAS members as part of a planned development activity. Maintain and promote high personal standards in security, environment, safety and health. Additional accountabilities for this job profile may be defined and appointed through the Chief Engineer Management Arrangements, with appointees listed within the Company Design Authorities and Technical Authorities, as held in the company management system. Key Responsibilities: Lead a Safety Assessment Specialist team in the production, delivery of safety justification/documentation and through the governance process. Take ownership of safety justification/documentation as directed by Group Leader, Nuclear Safety or SESH Management. Ensuring that company strategies, policies and management system requirements for safety are communicated and understood. Contributing to processes that assess performance of the development and use of safety assessments and Licence Condition compliance and identify where improvements could be made. To assist with verification and checking safety documentation. Mentoring others in safety assessment approaches, documentation and techniques. Maintaining and promoting high standards in security, environment, safety and health. The Company may require you to fulfil any other reasonable duties aligned to your position from time to time in line with business needs. Deputise for Group Leader, Nuclear Safety in meetings when requested. Who are we looking for? We do need you to have the following: Degree in a science or engineering based subject or vocational qualification (HND or equivalent) and/or extensive practical experience. Safety Assessment Specialists are expected to be able to undertake a range of techniques. A list of common techniques is included in the Capability Matrix. The specific skills/ techniques that are required for a role/deployment will be identified as part of the tasking process. Extensive knowledge of these techniques is anticipated. Excellent interpersonal/communication skills, report and presentation skills. Extensive experience in the field of safety assessment for radiological, chemical and/or explosive hazards. Experience in a nuclear, high hazard and/or highly regulated industry. Experience of several Domains (Management system, Front End, Project design, Commissioning, Operations, Decommissioning), gained within or outside AWE. Experience of working/operating in a high hazard and/or highly regulated industry (probably nuclear). Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following: Professional membership to a relevant charted body. Application of technical skills across the nuclear lifecycle (project -decommissioning). Application of skill across different hazard types (i.e. proportional risk assessment). Experience from across the nuclear lifecycle (projects - decommissioning). Experience of skill from across different hazard types. You must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the security clearance required for the role (more information on this can be found on our website) and be willing and able to travel within the UK and overseas if required. You'll need to have the ability to work calmly and constructively in a priority changing environment and be able to manage your own workload. You will also have initiative, enthusiasm, a flexible approach, and ability to work to tight deadlines. Work hard, be rewarded: We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including: 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave. Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending. Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring. The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.
