Employment Type: Full/Part Time
Employment Period:
Salary: 82,186
Location:
London, GB, EC2R 7BP Bristol, GB, BS32 4TP Manchester, GB, M1 4HN
Career Area: Nuclear Development
Nuclear Compliance Senior Lead
Sizewell C’s business is to design, finance, construct, commission, operate, maintain, and eventually decommission the nuclear power plant and related infrastructure at Sizewell C in Suffolk. Overall, whilst the Company is in the construction phase, the Boards’ principal focus is on the development and construction of Sizewell C on time, on budget and to the highest quality and safety standards. The Company is maturing to meet all these requirements.
Sizewell C is economically regulated by OFGEM under the RAB model similar to other UK electricity distribution networks and Thames Tideway.
Sizewell C construction strategy is to replicate the design of Hinkley Point C, using the majority of the same supply chain, but innovating in the way it is delivered to achieve savings in time and cost of around 20%. The CCO will need to be guided by and incorporate lessons learned from the Hinkley Point C commercial delivery to achieve Sizewell C’s ambition.
Following Financial Completion and Revenue Commencement, Sizewell C is fully funded and is owned by; The Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero representing HM Government, La Caisse, Centrica, EDF and Amber Infrastructure.
Nuclear Compliance Senior Lead
Location: Based in London on a hybrid basis, with travel to Suffolk as required.
Contract : Permanent, full-time.
Salary: Competitive dependant on experience, plus benefits
Benefits include:
Annual Leave: 28 days per annum, increasing to 30 days after 5 years of service, plus bank holidays.
Bonus: 5% annual bonus.
Pension Contributions: Defined Contribution Pension Scheme with up to 7.5% employee contribution 15% employer contribution.
Closing Date: Monday 22nd June 2026.
Sizewell C is entering an exciting phase of growth as we mature into an independent organisation and continue building one of the UK’s largest and most important energy projects.
About the Role
As the Nuclear Compliance Senior Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of nuclear compliance for the Sizewell C project. You will ensure that the project adheres to all applicable nuclear regulations, safety standards, and environmental guidelines. This role requires a deep understanding of nuclear regulations, strong leadership skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.
About You
Qualified in a Science/Engineering discipline or can demonstrate equivalent knowledge and understanding through experience.
Proven experience of stakeholder management.
Knowledge / awareness of ONR and EA regulatory approach (other regulatory engagement experience is welcome.
Must be confident in own abilities and be able to deliver in a dynamic environment.
Ability to identify key internal and external stakeholders and decision makers, to influence continuous improvement across the project.
Strong planning, time management and communications skills.
Able to make timely decisions within empowered boundaries.
Proficient in the use of IT tools (e.g. Office 365).
Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse workforce.
Why Join Us?
Be part of one of the most important low-carbon energy projects in the UK.
Work in a mission-driven environment that values innovation, integrity, and long-term sustainability.
Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career development.
Flexible and hybrid working options.
Key Competencies
Behavioural Competences
Humility
Recognise the value brought from different cultures and experiences
Be open to other’s points of view and ideas, be willing to debate and to compromise
Positivity
Positively challenge poor quality and performance
Identify solutions at the lowest possible level
Encourage tier 1s and others to bring new ideas forward
Respect
Value the rules and environment in which we operate
Give and receive feedback with respect
Embrace and engage with new people and ideas
Solidarity
One team, working closely together and helping each other
Empowered teams always looking forward.
Shared responsibility for delivery the project outcomes
Clarity
Communicate clearly and consistently
Promote collaboration and team alignment
Clearer and faster decision making
Drive simplification at all levels
If this sounds like the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today.
When joining Sizewell C, you may wonder why you are contacted by colleagues with an EDF email or see the EDF logo on portals that you access and/or documentation you receive; this is because we have partnered with EDF for the provision of a number of support services whilst we complete a successful transition out of the EDF group.
At Sizewell C we encourage and embrace diversity and how it can improve our experience and performance at work. It is a requirement that those who join us have the right to work in the UK. Whilst sponsorship may be a possibility that we can explore, we are fully committed to local recruitment where possible, and those already holding the right to work in the UK.
To be appointed to this role, you will need to meet the criteria for Security Vetting, which will, ordinarily, require you to have been a resident of the UK for at least three of the past five years.
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