Spent Fuel Management Manager

About the role

The Spent Fuel Management Manager will lead the development and execution of the spent fuel management program for the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant, ensuring safe storage, regulatory compliance, and alignment with national nuclear policy.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and develop the Spent Fuel Management Program, defining scope, schedule, milestones and cost.
• Monitor program performance, manage technical, licensing and schedule risks, and implement mitigation actions.
• Coordinate internal stakeholders and support the Radioactive Waste Management and NEBEP Director in program updates.
• Lead licensing strategy with FANR, prepare submissions and respond to regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate and select dry storage technologies (e.g., cask systems) and oversee procurement, vendor evaluation and contract technical oversight.
• Provide technical input for ENEC long‑term disposal strategies and manage related projects.
• Define and maintain spent fuel inventory in collaboration with ENEC Operations.

Required profile

• Proven experience in nuclear fuel management, storage and disposal projects.
• Strong knowledge of nuclear licensing processes and regulatory frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multi‑disciplinary teams and manage large‑scale programs.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Required skills

• Dry storage cask systems
• Nuclear licensing procedures
• Project management
• Risk management
• Cost estimation and budgeting