Safety Studies Branch Manager

Safety Studies Branch Manager

Location: Gloucester Business Park / Aztec West, working in the office 2–3 days a week.

Security Clearance: Counter Terrorist Check (CTC).

Business Unit: Nuclear Services.

Are you enthusiastic about developing a branch that delivers successful business outcomes across a portfolio of projects? Are you recognised as collaborative, empathetic, and resilient in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment? Do you prioritise safety while understanding the commercial context, and are you passionate about helping Britain achieve #Carbon Net Zero ?

We’re offering a great opportunity for an aspiring manager to lead a branch within our Nuclear Services team, part of the wider Nuclear Family. Nuclear Services delivers technical support to all EDF nuclear licensees in the UK, providing a unique chance to influence the whole nuclear lifecycle.

As a branch manager, you’ll lead a team and collaborate with key stakeholders—including technical directors, project teams, and regulators—working closely with peers across the function. You’ll work primarily from our Gloucester or Bristol office 2–3 days a week, with the remainder of the time working from home. EDF supports flexible working arrangements and, while this role is full time, part‑time opportunities can be discussed.

You’ll lead the Branch’s contribution to delivering Nuclear Services task orders, ensuring strategic objectives are clearly defined and aligned with Nuclear Services, EPRE, and licensee goals. The Branch comprises multiple disciplines (Radiological Consequences, Probabilistic Safety Assessment (PSA), Severe Accidents, Dosimetry, Shielding, Internal and External Hazards) that span the nuclear lifecycle. Your priorities will be communicated clearly to maintain focus across the team.

A key part of the role will involve influencing and negotiating with senior internal and external stakeholders to secure successful outcomes. You’ll develop and manage relationships with regulatory bodies such as the ONR, building trust and maintaining open, professional dialogue.

You’ll oversee the Branch’s budget and cost control, ensuring accurate reporting and efficient use of resources. You’ll also be responsible for creating and delivering short‑, medium‑ and long‑term (rolling 5‑year) business plans to guide the Branch’s development.

You’ll actively seek opportunities to grow and improve Branch performance, ensuring activities are well‑resourced and effectively managed. Supporting the well‑being and professional growth of team members is a core part of your leadership, building a high‑performing and motivated team.

• Strong knowledge of nuclear plant design (under construction, operational, or defueling) within the UK.
• Solid understanding of UK‑specific legislative requirements, including Nuclear Site Licence Conditions.
• Degree in engineering or a relevant science discipline and familiarity with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory frameworks.

• Proven experience in leading teams and managing budgets, guiding projects through change in evolving environments.
• Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams, assess technical issues quickly, and make evidence‑based decisions.
• Clear communication of strategic or project recommendations to senior leaders.

We’re looking for someone who can inspire high performance, understands international standards and operational best practices (OPEX), and is committed to maintaining risk at ALARP (As Low As Reasonably Practicable). Strong leadership, motivation, and decision‑making capabilities are essential in this highly regulated, safety‑critical environment.

Competitive salary starting from £95,000 (dependent on experience) with potential for an annual bonus and a market‑leading pension scheme. Customisable benefits include electric vehicle leasing, discounted gym membership, life assurance, tech vouchers, experience days, and more.

Everyone is welcome at EDF; we’re committed to building a workforce that reflects gender balance, social mobility, and inclusion of minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities, and…