At Amentum UK and International, we are at the forefront of shaping the future, not just solving problems. Our expertise in engineering, project management, and solutions integration has positioned us as a key collaborator with government entities, delivering intricate and impactful programs around the world. With a strong presence in Saudi Arabia, we are actively involved in critical projects throughout the region. We are spearheading several exciting initiatives, taking on technical responsibilities for programme management, engineering oversight, and construction assurance.

People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you would expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our programmes which incorporate matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.

About the Opportunity:

As part of our expanding footprint in Saudi Arabia, we are currently seeking a qualified Nuclear Chemistry Specialist. This position is based full -time in Riyadh.

The Nuclear Chemistry Specialist will report to the Framework Director and be part of a core team based in Riyadh, assessing the needs and EPC bids for all systems for a new nuclear power station, with a focus on nuclear chemistry aspects. The Saudi environment has challenges with no existing nuclear power plants, so you will need to understand how this impacts station operations. The temperature and corrosive environment is likely to be significant. You will be a dynamic, self-motivated candidate with established technical expertise, interdisciplinary skills, a client-focused mindset and the ability to impart knowledge to inexperienced but sharp minds.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert consulting services to address challenges in chemistry in a Nuclear Power Station based in the Saudi environmental conditions, ensuring compliance with international nuclear standards.

• Have a disciplined traceable approach to bid evaluation.

• Hold, build and maintain robust relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Here's What You'll Need:

• Solid background in nuclear chemistry in Nuclear Power.

• Minimum of 20 years’ proven experience in nuclear chemistry, with a significant part of it in operational aspects of nuclear power plants, particularly PWRs.

• Strong understanding of international nuclear standards relating to nuclear chemistry and how they may impact storage, import/export and similar.

• Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Nuclear Engineering, or a related field. Higher degree or equivalent experience preferred.

• Proficiency in spoken and written English is a key requirement, being able to provide the client with articulate briefings on the findings of the bid evaluation.

• Proactive, adaptable, and innovative, capable of working on diverse projects.

• Essential qualities include being organised, dynamic, self-motivated, and driven, coupled with excellent communication skills, as the role requires independently leading and developing agreed-upon activities.

• Excellent report writing, technical review skills and attention to detail.

• Strong task management skills coupled with commercial acumen.

• Effective at stakeholder management and influencing others.

Our Culture:

Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion, and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees. 

We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we are more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centred on inclusion and diversity.

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