Manager Nuclear Waste
Västerås, SE
At Westinghouse Electric Company, we are pioneers in nuclear technology and our technology is the basis for nearly half of the world's commercial nuclear power plants in operation. Today, we are also building several new reactors that contribute to more fossil-free energy. Globally, we have over 10,000 employees in 19 countries, of which 1,000 are at our Swedish workplaces in Västerås and Täby. Our Swedish operations were founded in 1969 and supply nuclear fuel as well as products and services in automation, maintenance, testing and decommissioning for customers around the world. Read more about us www.westinghousenuclear.com.
Welcome to Nuclear Waste Management (EPW). We are a team of eight employees, both blue and white collars, who together support the Swedish organization in the handling of radioactive and nuclear waste. We are looking for someone with expertise in waste management. logistics or radiation protection.
About the role:
As a Manager Nuclear Waste you will be part of our QEHS management team. You will lead a team that support our organization with questions regarding storage, processing, and disposal of factory and process residual materials. You and the team will work with our internal costumers and authorities, specifically the Swedish Radiation Safety Authority (SSM).
You will report to the Director QEHS Sweden and you will work onsite at Bränslegatan, Västerås.
Main Responsibilities:
- Personnel responsibility
- Ensure Nuclear Safety at Westinghouse Sweden
- Support with questions regarding handling of Nuclear waste
To succeed in this managerial role, we believe you place a strong emphasis on safety and quality. You are a motivating leader who fosters team engagement and supports individual growth. While the team holds the technical expertise, you maintain and develop collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years experience in a leadership role with the ability to develop teams and foster a safety culture
- 1+ years of experience working in nuclear operations, waste management, or radiation protection
- Knowledge of regulations and authority requirements (e.g., SSM)
- Good collaboration and communication skills
- Fluent in Swedish
- Full professional proficiency in English
We consider a relevant academic degree in fields such as nuclear engineering, environmental engineering, or similar an advantage.
Apply Today
Welcome with your application including CV, cover letter and degree certificate. We will go through applications and start calling for interviews after august 17th.
We carry out security clearance as part of the recruitment process.
For more information about the role, please contact the hiring manager, Agneta Johansson at johansaa@westinghouse.com
Union Agreement
This role belongs to the union agreement Teknikavtalet.
Union representatives:
Akademikerförening på Westinghouse (AFW): Anna Lundgren, +46 21 347825, AFW@westinghouse.com
Unionen: Maria Gunnarsson, +46 21 347 595, gunnarmm@westinghouse.com
IF Metall: Zlatko Grbic, +46 732 367 035, grbicz@westinghouse.com
We offer
At Westinghouse, we offer an inspiring work environment in a high-tech industry. You will be a part of a network of global experts from several different areas and we offer great opportunities for competence development and career growth, both in Sweden and abroad. As a member of our team, you will work together with engaged colleagues and be a part of an environment that is both challenging and supportive. Many of our positions are based in activity-based environments which enables a flexible workplace.
At Westinghouse, we have a strong safety culture.
Westinghouse is an employer that treats everyone equally.
Some of the benefits employees in the Sweden can expect:
- Wellness Allowance
- Flexible pay opportunities via our Benefit portal
- Work hour reduction (ATF) and occupational pension (ITP)
- ASB Insurance: compensation for the cost of health care, dental care hearing aids, glasses and more
- Employee Assistance Program: confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members
- Employee Referral Program, potential for employees to earn a monetary award for referring other qualified candidates to Westinghouse
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