Job Description

Job details

---------------

Category

Q - QUALITY & INSPECTION - Q4 - Products, projects, services quality

Job Opening Title

Environmental Lead

Job type

Non fixed term

BU description

Installed Base BU is in charge for Framatome's nuclear engineering and services for operating nuclear plants, for new build projects and for installations in decommissioning phase.




The Installed base BU has more than 60 years of international experience in all types of technologies on more than 380 reactors worldwide.




With 4,600 employees in 15 countries, the Installed Base BU has a strong identity and its vision is to:




"Deliver innovative products and services by putting our high-level skills to work to guarantee throughout the world a safe and competitive, low carbon source of energy."

Job description

The Environmental Lead is responsible for ensuring that all activities within the Business Lines are conducted in compliance with environmental legislation, regulatory requirements, and company policies. This role leads the development, implementation, and continual improvement of environmental management systems, promotes sustainability, and safeguards the environment while supporting nuclear safety culture.


Key Responsibilities

Lead compliance with environmental regulations, permits, and nuclear-specific environmental requirements. Oversee the implementation and maintenance of ISO 14001- certified Environmental Management System. Ensure environmental monitoring programs (e.g., effluents, emissions, waste management) are conducted accurately and reported to regulatory authorities on time. Manage environmental impact assessments, audits, and inspections. Act as primary point of contact with environmental regulators (e.g., Environment Agency, ONR, or local authorities). Prepare and submit environmental reports, ensuring full transparency and accuracy. Support inspections and audits, providing documentation and evidence as required. Promote waste minimization, recycling, and sustainable resource use. Ensure alignment with nuclear site license conditions and waste management plans. Lead the environmental agenda and provide technical guidance to project and operational staff. Develop and deliver environmental training and awareness programs across the workforce. Promote a culture of sustainability and environmental stewardship throughout the organization. Identify, assess, and mitigate environmental risks associated with Framatome operations. Lead incident investigations relating to environmental breaches or near-misses.

Ensure corrective and preventive actions are effectively implemented and monitored

Profile

Required Attributes:


Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or related


Professional accreditation (e.g., IEMA, CIWEM, Chartered Environmentalist) desirable


Familiarity with ISO 14001 and integrated management systems


Desired Attributes:


Experience of developing and implementing processes and procedures.


Auditor training (internal or external) desirable.


Experience in environmental management within the nuclear, energy, or other high-hazard industries


Desired Personal Characteristics:


Excellent team working skills


The ability to work with minimum supervision and intervention


Ability to work in a team as well as on own initiative with a can -do attitude


Ability to take responsibility for problems within their own remit and to deliver solutions


Results focused with the ability to meet commitments and deadlines.


Assertive - gets things done when they need to be


Determination - not easily discouraged or put off


Positive outlook - always sees opportunity through any adversity


Resilient - ready to bounce back from any challenges


Discretion, ability to maintain confidentiality

Benefits

For this role we are offering an salary of circa 45-50,000 dependent on experience, plus benefits, including, but not limited to:


25 days annual leave per year

5% employer pension contribution (salary sacrifice)

Employee assistance programme (EAP)
Plus more including access to training and development opportunities.

This role can be based either at our Cranfield or Avonmouth offices

We are an equal opportunity employer. We value and plan to continue to build on the benefits of our diverse working environment and recognise a priority to improve gender mix.

Everyone will be considered without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.

Job location

----------------


United Kingdom, Bristol, Bristol

Job location (site)

Avonmouth

Job family

Standard

Applicant criteria

----------------------

Minimum level of education required

Non-Degree Program

Minimum level of experience required

Experienced

Employment level

Non cadre

General information

-----------------------

Legal company

Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative, digital and value added solutions for the global nuclear fleet. With worldwide expertise and a proven track record for reliability and performance, the company designs, services and installs components, fuel, and instrumentation and control systems for nuclear power plants. Its more than 20 000 employees work every day to help Framatome's customers supply ever cleaner, safer and more economical low-carbon energy. Visit us at www.framatome.com, and follow us on Twitter: @Framatome_ and LinkedIn: Framatome. Framatome is owned by the EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI - 19.5%).

Reference number

2025-23620

Publication date

19/09/2025