Environmental Engineer/Manager

Join NUVIA UK, a fast-growing technical services and consulting company. As an Environmental Engineer/Manager, you will provide expert environmental support to the JDR programme, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and alignment with client standards. You will develop and maintain the Environmental Management Strategy, author key environmental documents, and lead the development of the Environment Case for design and decommissioning activities. This is a hybrid position based in Culham, with opportunities for travel.

Provide expert guidance on the JDR decommissioning strategy, including phasing, prioritization, and critical decisions to secure environmental benefits.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Environmental Management Strategy for assigned projects, ensuring alignment with UKAEA standards and ISO14001.
• Lead the development of the Environment Case for design and decommissioning activities in coordination with the Safety Case team.

Requirements

• Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, environmental and/or engineering qualifications preferred.
• Expert understanding of environmental and sustainability legislation, government standards, and regulatory frameworks.
• In-depth knowledge of ISO14001 Environmental Management System, including certification processes.
• Familiarity with Best Available Techniques (BAT) and Environmental Impact Identification (ENVID) methodologies.
• Knowledge of radiation requirements under Environment Agency permits.
• Understanding of Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and associated compliance requirements.
• Extensive experience in environmental engineering within large, complex programmes.
• Proven track record in decommissioning, demolition, or facility decommissioning environments.
• Experience embedding environmental requirements into engineering design and execution.
• Strong background in project management principles and stakeholder coordination.
• Ability to validate environmental studies and manage performance of service providers.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities, both verbal and written.
• Confident influencer capable of producing clear, persuasive reports.
• Effective interpersonal skills for building relationships across diverse teams and levels.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and transfer knowledge proactively.