Package Manager - Environmental Engineering

Description:

Package Manager - Environmental Engineering

Location: Nuclear project near Oxford | Hybrid - 2-3 days per week on site
Rate: Up to £60 per hour, Umbrella PAYE
Contract: 12 months
Start: ASAP

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Package Manager - Environmental Engineering to provide specialist environmental support on a major nuclear decommissioning project near Oxford.
You will play a key role in developing and implementing environmental strategies, ensuring regulatory compliance and embedding environmental requirements throughout the engineering, pre-construction, construction and decommissioning lifecycle.
Working closely with engineering, safety and project teams, contractors and other stakeholders, you will help manage environmental risks, deliver key technical documentation and ensure environmental objectives are integrated into project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain Environmental Management Strategies aligned with ISO 14001 and relevant regulatory requirements.
Provide expert advice on decommissioning strategies, project phasing and environmental decision-making.
Produce key environmental documentation, including Environmental Management Strategies, Regulatory Interface Arrangements, Radiological Monitoring Strategies, Carbon Management Strategies and Sustainability Strategies.
Lead the development of the Environment Case for design and decommissioning activities, working alongside the Safety Case team.
Embed environmental requirements into engineering design and project execution through Best Available Techniques (BAT) workshops, ENVID processes and deliverable planning.
Identify, assess and manage environmental risks, developing mitigation strategies and escalating issues where required.
Ensure compliance with environmental legislation, permits, technical processes and operating procedures.
Coordinate with contractors, demolition teams, facility managers and other programme stakeholders to ensure safe and compliant delivery.
Define the scope and procurement strategy for outsourced environmental studies, validate deliverables and monitor service provider performance.
Provide environmental guidance, training and knowledge-sharing to project teams.

Essential Experience and Requirements

Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline; environmental and/or engineering qualifications preferred.
Extensive environmental engineering experience within large, complex programmes.
Proven experience in decommissioning, demolition or facility decommissioning environments.
Strong understanding of environmental and sustainability legislation, government standards and regulatory frameworks.
In-depth knowledge of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems, including certification processes.
Familiarity with Best Available Techniques (BAT) and Environmental Impact Identification (ENVID) methodologies.
Knowledge of radiation-related requirements under Environment Agency permits.
Understanding of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and associated compliance requirements.
Experience embedding environmental requirements into engineering design and project execution.
Strong project management, stakeholder coordination and contractor management skills.
Experience validating environmental studies and managing the performance of external service providers.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and produce clear, persuasive technical reports.
Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills, with the ability to coach and mentor others.

Apply Now

If you have a strong environmental engineering background and experience supporting complex nuclear decommissioning or similar projects, please get in touch to discuss this opportunity.
Rate: Up to £60 per hour, Umbrella PAYE
Contract: 12 months
Start: ASAP
Location: Hybrid, with 2-3 days per week on site near Oxford