Careers

WANO is a global organisation with over 400 staff working to improve nuclear safety around the world

WANO recognises the value of knowledgeable, experienced and dedicated individuals to help us meet the challenges facing today's nuclear industry. Working at WANO gives staff the opportunity to immerse themselves in a new culture and learn about nuclear safety on an international scale.

Permanent Positions

If you would like to make a more permanent move, WANO offers the opportunity to support the nuclear industry on a global scale. Permanent staff members receive a competitive salary, several training opportunities as well as the opportunity for global travel with the organisation. Due to the high volume of applications, unfortunately we cannot reply to all personally. Applications received after the closing date of the vacancy will not be considered.

Secondee Positions

Secondees are provided to WANO from members and stay for anywhere from two to three years. Depending on the department, they can gain an in-depth knowledge of different reactor types, event trends, communications and business management. Each secondee brings back substantial awareness of the importance of safety in a nuclear environment and close connections with other members of the industry. As part of their role, secondees will travel in accordance with tasks related to their assigned WANO programme (Peer Reviews, Technical Member Support Missions or event investigation teams) and have the opportunity to interact with and learn from nuclear professionals around the world. Current vacancies are for positions in the London Office, giving successful applicants the chance to become immersed in one of the most multi-cultural and dynamic cities in the world.

Performance Analysis Programme Manager

The WANO London Office (LO) is looking for a new secondee to join the established Performance Analysis Central Team (PACT) in the role of Performance Analysis Programme Manager. The initial secondment will be for a period of two years; however, this may be extended on agreement of all parties to meet business needs.

The role will span work in both the Operating Experience and Industry Analysis PACT subprogrammes. The successful candidate will be required to evaluate reports and industry trends, and will be provided the opportunity to attend workshops and seminars, with the potential to participate in peer reviews. This is a great collaborative role, as frequent contact with colleagues in all WANO regional centres is essential. The successful candidate will have the ability to prepare written reports and to coach and provide feedback to operating experience staff to help improve their skill sets. Full details of the role can be found in the job profile.

It is essential that candidates have a strong command of the English language, both verbal and written; the full specification can be found in the Qualifications section of the job description.

If you know of any suitable candidates for the role, please ask them to apply by emailing jobs@wano.org with their up-to-date CV (in English), a covering letter detailing how their experience/qualifications match the required skill set for the role, and a completed secondment agreement form.

The closing date for completed applications is 30 June 2019.

Application Form 2019
Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form 2019
WANO Secondment Agreement Form for Line Managers
Performance Analysis Programme Manager JP

If you have any questions about the role or the secondment process, please do not hesitate to contact Dhrutee Shiyani, Senior HR Advisor at WANO LO (jobs@wano.org).

Thank you very much for supporting WANO in its mission to improve worldwide nuclear safety.

Project Manager

The WANO London Office is looking for a new secondee for the role of Projects Programme Manager. The initial secondment will be for a period of two years; however, this may be extended on agreement of all parties to meet business needs.

We are looking for a highly motivated, professional individual who is able to influence and drive groups of people with the aim to encourage the nuclear industry to put into action best practice and good governance across the globe. This role will involve managing the projects programme, coordinating and maintaining the oversight of the Industry Working Groups. You will be highly organised and demonstrate your ability to work with people from different cultures and backgrounds, whilst ensuring that groups are on track with producing materials necessary for circulation across the nuclear industry. You must have the confidence and gravitas to work under pressure, have the ability to produce reports and analyse data that will support the direction and flow of the Industry Working Groups. This is a fantastic opportunity to promote the work of WANO through collaborative working, as it entails frequent contact with colleagues in regional centres and with members. The role involves international travel on a regular basis. Full details of the role can be found in the attached job profile.

Please apply by emailing jobs@wano.org with a completed Application Form and an Equal Opportunities Form.

The closing date for completed applications is 31 May 2019. Please note that candidates must submit a secondment agreement supporting their application for this post. WANO London Office reserves the right to refuse applications that do not include the submission of this secondment agreement with their application.

Application Form 2019
Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form 2019
WANO Secondment Agreement Form for Line Managers
Projects Manager 2019

Interviews will be held the week commencing 17 June 2019. Once selected, the successful candidate must be available to travel to London for a week prior to the commencement of the role to complete their search for accommodation. The secondment will ideally begin in August 2019, however this date is negotiable.

If you have any questions about the role or the secondment process, please do not hesitate to contact Dhrutee Shiyani, Senior HR Advisor at WANO LO (jobs@wano.org). More information regarding secondments to the London office can be found on our member and public websites.

Thank you very much for supporting WANO in its mission to improve worldwide nuclear safety.

Peer Review Programme Manager

The WANO London Office is looking for a new secondee to join the established Peer Review Team in the role of Programme Manager. The initial secondment will be for a period of two years; however, this may be extended on agreement of all parties to meet business needs.

You will be joining a team of three and your work will ensure the smooth running of the Peer Review Programmes. It will involve developing integrated action plans to improve the Peer Review programme across the regional centres, and periodically observing Peer Review teams to ensure adherence to established governance and to identify the most important safety gaps to international standards. This is a great collaboration role, as it entails frequent contact with colleagues in regional centres and with members is essential. The role does involve international travel on a regular basis. Full details of the role can be found in the attached job profile.

Please apply by emailing jobs@wano.org with a completed Application Form and an Equal Opportunities Form.

The closing date for completed applications is 30 June 2019. Please note that candidates must submit a secondment agreement supporting their application for this post. WANO London Office reserves the right to regret applicants who do not submit this secondment agreement with their application.

Application Form
Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form
WANO Secondment Agreement Form for Line Managers
WANO Peer Review Programme Manager Job Profile

Interviews will be held the week commencing 08 July 2019. The selected candidate must be available to travel to London for a week prior to commencement to complete their search for accommodation. The secondment will begin on 01 September 2019, however this date is negotiable.

If you have any questions about the role or the secondment process, please do not hesitate to contact Dhrutee Shiyani, Senior HR Advisor at WANO LO (jobs@wano.org). More information regarding secondments to the LO can be found on our member and public websites.

Thank you very much for supporting WANO in its mission to improve worldwide nuclear safety.