Security Lead - Nuclear

Location: ManchesterSalary: £36,024 to £44,263 per annumHours: 35 hours/week (Full-time)Contract: Permanent

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We're looking for a Nuclear Compliance Security Lead to oversee radiological security in a brand-new alpha radionuclide lab. This is a vital role ensuring regulatory compliance, physical and personnel security, and emergency preparedness in a secure, high-hazard facility.

You'll work closely with safety, environmental, and technical teams to manage compliance, implement nuclear security protocols, and liaise with regulatory and government bodies. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about high-integrity, high-impact security operations.

• Act as point of contact for security regulators (e.g., CTSA, EA)

• Manage physical security (access controls, monitoring, alarms, inspections)

• Oversee vetting and ongoing personnel security for facility staff

• Maintain compliance documentation and prepare Temporary Security Plans

• Coordinate with internal teams (IT, InfoSec, Estates) on integrated security systems

• Support risk assessments, emergency planning and demonstration exercises

• Operate as part of an on-call rota for incident response

• Degree in Engineering or Science (or equivalent)

• Deep understanding of radiological security requirements and regulations

• Experience managing security for radionuclide or high-hazard labs

• Skilled in physical, personnel, and information security frameworks

• Familiar with IAEA security guidance and UK nuclear regulatory standards

• Strong communication, judgement, and interdisciplinary coordination abilities

• Able to work full-time on-site and maintain BPSS/CTC clearance

To be considered…Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly to . For further information please call me on. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. Please note this role does not offer sponsorship so is only accepting applicants with full working rights in the UK.