Role: Senior Manager – Major Reactor Island Equipment
Locations: Hybrid working with one of the following locations as primary: Derby, Warrington, or Manchester
Our mission is to deliver clean, affordable energy for all. Our Small Modular Reactor (SMR) provides a British solution to a global energy challenge. We are in pole position to become a world leader in SMRs and the UK’s premier green export technology.
The Major Reactor Island Equipment team defines, owns and governs critical nuclear plant components that underpin safe and efficient SMR operation. The team provides technical authority, integrated cross-functional leadership and design assurance across the full lifecycle, from generic product definition through to site‑specific deployment.
We are seeking a Senior Manager – Major Reactor Island Equipment, reporting to the Head of Major Equipment. Leading a team of 20+ engineers, this role holds the accountability for delivery of the engineering effort for the most critical products across the nuclear island. This role provides senior technical authority, governance and programme leadership to enable robust generic & site‑specific delivery across the SMR programme.
Own, govern and deliver engineering solutions for Major Reactor Island Equipment, including Reactor Vessel, Steam Generators, Pressuriser, and Control Rod Drive Mechanisms and other associated equipment.
Develop and maintain cost estimates, risk and opportunity registers, technical attributes, and performance metrics for Major Reactor Island Equipment.
Lead, develop, and mentor the Major Reactor Island Equipment engineers, whilst supporting the overall capability development of the teams.
This is a senior, influential leadership role requiring strong component engineering experience, governance expertise and the credibility to act as technical authority within a complex, regulated delivery environment.
Skills, knowledge and experience
This role offers flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Regular attendance at a UK office will be expected, aligned to programme delivery needs, governance activities and stakeholder engagement.
Selection process & screening
The selection process will include an initial conversation with Talent Acquisition, followed by two interview stages.
Due to the nuclear environment, offers are subject to BPSS clearance, a DBS check and basic financial probity screening.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. As a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to inclusive, fair recruitment practices and will make reasonable workplace adjustments where required.
Confidence can sometimes hold people back. There’s no such thing as a “perfect” candidate – if you meet around 75% of the requirements, we would love to hear from you. We also welcome applications from those bringing transferable skills or considering a sector move.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.
Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch – we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.
Why Join Us?
You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer:
A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment.- Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business.
- A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.
Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch – we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.
Our Application Process
Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening. These are:
Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance- Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
- Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check
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