Engineering Head (Nuclear Fuel Cycle & Safety)

International Permanent View Job Description
This role combines technical leadership, policy translation, capability building, and stakeholder engagement in a highly specialized engineering environment
  • Lead and shape significant nuclear engineering capability
  • Build and mentor a high-calibre team of engineers and technical specialists

About Our Client

A leading interdisciplinary centre is recruiting for an Engineering Head to build and advance nuclear engineering capabilities.

Job Description

The Engineering Head will be building technical capabilities in fuel management, waste management, radiation protection, safety, and emergency preparedness.

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technical specialists.
  • Build and strengthen technical competencies and organisational capability.
  • Provide expert engineering advice and technical oversight
  • Review, validate, and guide technical analyses, assessments, and documentation.
  • Ensure alignment with recognised safety standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
  • Contribute to long-term capability development and engineering support strategies.
  • Collaborate with government, industry, academic, and international stakeholders.

The Successful Applicant

  • Advanced degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Nuclear, or a related engineering discipline.
  • Significant engineering experience in nuclear fuel cycle, waste management (front end or back end) and radiation protection
  • Site operational experience is highly advantageous
  • Demonstrated track record of leading technical teams and delivering strategic projects.
  • Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and decision-making capabilities.

What's on Offer

Shape and develop future engineering expertise while working with senior stakeholders across academia, industry, and government.

Contact
Kris Tan (Lic No: R1331334 / EA No: 18S9099)
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7070562
Phone number
+65 6533 2777

Job summary

Function
Executive Search
Specialisation
Engineering & Manufacturing
What is your area of specialisation?
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
International
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Kris Tan (Lic No: R1331334 / EA No: 18S9099)
Consultant phone
+65 6533 2777
Job Reference
JN-072026-7070562

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.