Regulatory Consultant

Our Regulatory Support Directorate (RSD) has been supporting the Ministry of Defence's (MoD) Defence Nuclear Safety Regulator and the Office for Nuclear Regulation over several decades. We have a number of exciting opportunities to join this diverse team of highly experienced staff to provide a key role in supporting the UKs nuclear regulators (DNSR & ONR) with expert technical advice related to the safety of nuclear systems and activities. You will be conducting a range of technical assessment advice and inspection services in support of regulation of the Defence Nuclear Enterprise, as well as the UK civil nuclear programme. This includes the provision of nuclear safety and technical assessment, audit and inspections, as well as civil nuclear projects under contract to the ONR. The role will require you to work with a wide range of technical disciplines to provide balanced and proportionate advice. Your responsibilities will also include development of DNSR policy and interactions with other regulatory bodies, which offer another area of support. We are seeking individuals who are passionate about nuclear safety with a desire to work in support of some of the most complex, challenging and important projects within the UK. This role is open to candidates with a range of experience levels, from early career to seasoned experts (entry, intermediate, associate, career, senior, specialist). The scope and responsibilities of the roles will be aligned based on the qualifications, experience and strengths of each candidate. Responsibilities:

• Delivers technical analysis, regulatory reviews, assessment and inspection support, completing assigned tasks to time, cost and quality.
• Represents RSD, supporting DNSR on site (e.g. at DNSR or Authorisee meetings or inspections).
• Point of contact with DNSR senior technical staff.
• Subject matter expert in a particular field.
• Produces fit-for-purpose deliverables such as technical reports, conclusions, recommendations and advice to customers
• Pro-actively interacts and collaborates with project team, supplier, other organizations and customer contacts as appropriate
• Responsible for timely and accurate completion of own allocated tasks
• Fulfils role in keeping with business requirements for health, safety, environment, security and quality
• Responsible for ensuring delivered work is of required standard
  
  Clear and concise technical writing is important
• Degree (Level 6, minimum requirement) in a relevant Scientific or Engineering subject
• Working towards membership of a professional institution is desirable
  
  AT&R aim to provide world leading consultancy services across highly regulated industries.
Organised to be independent and free from conflict of interest, Assurance, Technology and Regulation (AT&R) provide a range of trusted, evidence-based, support services to ensure that systems, technologies, and processes are safe, effective, compliant, and future-ready, across 3 main areas: Independent Assurance - We provide risk based, proportionate, independent oversight and assurance of whether a project, process, system or product meets defined standards, requirements, or expectations. Research & Technology - We identify, define and execute programmes of Research and Technology to support the continued safe operation of some of the world's most complex engineering challenges, including the UK Naval Nuclear Propulsion Programme. Independent Regulatory Support - A ring-fenced and independent organisation that supports regulators with assessments, audits, and guidance development. With aspiration to grow, transform and evolve into new industries, locations and technologies.

People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you'd expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations. Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We're happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.