Commissioning Operability Manager

Company: Amentum
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Location: Whitehaven
Job Description:

Nuclear Power Programmes has been formed with the vision to support positive change and help shape the future of Nuclear Power.

Operational throughout the UK and across continental Europe, we are seeking to expand our team on a variety of nuclear projects, which range in technologies and that find themselves at different stages of their development. To do this, we are seeking to continuously employ talented individuals to join our diverse team that are excited about nuclear projects and are committed to Net Zero, and Energy Security.

In both client facing and internal roles we are delivering major programme and project management capabilities throughout the project lifecycle. We are driving to deliver safe, high quality and to time solutions by thinking innovatively and working collaboratively.

Commissioning Operability ManagerResponsible for leading operational readiness activities to ensure new or modified plant systems are safely transitioned from commissioning into routine operations. Working closely with project teams, contractors and the client, the role ensures People, Plant and Procedures are fully prepared to support operational commencement.

Key Responsibilities

Champion a strong safety culture, promoting nuclear, radiological, environmental and conventional safety standards.

Support the Start Up Manager in leading multidisciplinary start-up and operational readiness teams.

Develop readiness strategies, criteria and assurance processes to achieve operational milestones.

Coordinate readiness reviews and ensure plant, personnel and procedures are prepared for operation.

Lead the transition from project delivery and commissioning into operational status.

Define operational structures, staffing requirements and competency frameworks.

Oversee development and validation of operating procedures, maintenance instructions and operational documentation.

Ensure compliance with nuclear licence conditions, safety case requirements and regulatory expectations.

Manage start-up resources, priorities and stakeholder relationships to support successful project delivery.

Work with commissioning teams to ensure operational requirements are incorporated into testing and validation activities.

Essential Experience

Significant experience in nuclear operations, operational readiness, commissioning, engineering or plant start‑up environments.

Proven leadership of multidisciplinary teams within highly regulated industries.

Strong understanding of nuclear safety, operational governance, safety cases and regulatory compliance.

Experience delivering operational readiness and transition‑to‑operation programmes.

Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, planning and communication skills.

Our CultureOur 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 in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected, and 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.

We partner with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility, please visit www.vercida.com to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team.

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Posted: July 10th, 2026