A fantastic opportunity to join Dounreay as an Environmental Advisor (trainee considered), supporting environmental compliance and driving continuous improvement across a high-profile site. You will provide expert advice, work closely with teams and regulators and play a key role in promoting strong environmental standards and sustainable outcomes.
Make a meaningful impact on environmental compliance and safety at one of the UK’s most significant nuclear decommissioning sites.
We are seeking a motivated and knowledgeable Environmental Advisor (trainee considered) to support Dounreay in maintaining excellence in environmental compliance and delivering its environmental safety strategy. This is a key role offering the opportunity to influence site-wide environmental performance and contribute to critical projects.
The Role
You will provide expert environmental advice and guidance to ensure compliance with legislation while supporting the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of environmental practices across the site.
Working closely with facilities, project teams, and regulators, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding environmental standards and enhancing operational performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as a key stakeholder in environmental processes (DMRs, HAZOPs, UNORs)
- Provide specialist support and liaise with SEPA
- Deliver environmental guidance to facilities and project teams
- Develop and deliver environmental training and awareness
- Support and improve the Environmental Management System (EMS)
- Produce key environmental documentation (e.g. Best Practicable Means, aspects assessments and support files)
- Review, monitor and assure environmental compliance and arrangements
- Support knowledge sharing across environmental teams
- Represent Dounreay and support relevant committees and plans
- Fulfil responsibilities associated with applicable authorisations
What We’re Looking For
- HND Environmental Studies or equivalent qualification
- Strong understanding of environmental legislation and compliance frameworks
- Experience working within regulated or high-hazard environments
- Ability to influence stakeholders and communicate complex environmental requirements clearly
- Proactive approach to continuous improvement and problem-solving
- Experience engaging with regulatory bodies (e.g. SEPA) is highly desirable
Why Join Us?
- Play a vital role in a nationally significant programme
- Work in a collaborative, safety-focused environment
- Contribute to long-term environmental protection and sustainability
- Be part of a team committed to excellence and continuous improvement
- Benefits such as; 13.5% employer pension contribution, 28 days annual leave + bank holiday, Company bonus scheme, Flexible working, Relocation assistance, Excellent flexible benefits & healthcare options.
We are looking to hold interviews week commencing 10th of August, however, please note that this vacancy may close earlier than the stated deadline should we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
If you require assistance at any point during the recruitment process contact [email protected] at the appropriate time so we can make any necessary, reasonable adjustment
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Please note: All successful candidates who do not already hold security clearance will need to provide proof of identity, eligibility to work in the UK, and employment/education history (typically covering the last 3–5 years) in line with NRS Baseline Security requirements. Some roles may also require full Security Clearance, which involves additional checks. For details, please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) guidance.
