Location
Central London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Up to £55,000 per year (dependent on experience)

About the Role
Tradebe is a group of industrial businesses committed to creating a more sustainable planet and contributing significantly to human wellbeing. In the UK, we lead in recycling, energy recovery, and circular economy by managing environmental liabilities sustainably.

The Radioactives Chemist Team Lead (internally known as "Active Waste Chemist") will manage the compliant and safe control of radioactive inputs at the Fawley site, driving revenue growth. You will lead and manage key customer waste from initial enquiry through processing to final disposal, ensuring efficient, professional service and strict compliance with the site's Radioactive Environmental Permit.

Key responsibilities include managing customer enquiries, providing technical support, booking radioactive waste in compliance with radiological permits, arranging transport documentation, ensuring waste storage compliance, programming radioactive wastes into the incinerator, maintaining accurate disposal records, and ensuring all disposals meet regulatory requirements. You will also provide clear burn plan instructions to Incinerator Shift Managers and ensure radiological clearance checks on containers returned to customers.

This role requires strong skills to maximise revenue while maintaining regulatory compliance and safety at all times.

Experience
Proven background in Radiation Protection work, ideally as a qualified Radiation Protection Supervisor (RPS) or actively working towards this qualification.
Experience managing staff and acting as a line manager.
Knowledge of UK radioactive waste management and the nuclear industry.
Understanding of Health & Safety and Environmental legislation.
Knowledge of Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor (DGSA) requirements relating to radioactives is essential, with a relevant qualification preferred.
Computer literate with proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, and SAP.

About you
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Ability to manage complex operations with a focus on compliance and safety.
Committed to sustainability and circular economy principles.
Professional, proactive, and able to provide excellent customer service.

Qualifications
Qualified Radiation Protection Supervisor (RPS) or working towards this qualification.
Relevant DGSA qualification relating to radioactives is desirable.