Licensing officer assistant Decommissioning & Waste Management Programme

WSP is the world's leading engineering company, specialising in infrastructure, transport, earth, environment, power, energy, property and buildings.

We have a clear vision of how it wants to help make the world a better place, by giving back to communities and supporting what's really important for our future.

YOUR NEW ROLE, WHATS INVOLVED?

Are you ready to make an impact on the future of decommissioning and waste management?

As a Licensing Officer Assistant, you will be an integral part of the team supporting the Decommissioning & Waste Management (D&WM) Programme. Reporting to the Resource Leader, you will help prepare, organize, and review licensing documentation for both operating and decommissioning facilities. Your work will contribute directly to safe, compliant operations and project success.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior staff in preparing licensing documentation, periodic reports, and drafting sections of licensing reports, technical documents, and safety files using provided templates and instructions.

• Draft, format, and update technical notes, licensing files, supporting annexes, and maintain licensing documentation and records in accordance with project and client standards.

• Gather, organize, and verify technical inputs for licensing and safety documentation, ensuring completeness, traceability, and compliance with procedures.

• Help prepare clearance dossiers, draft responses to competent authorities, and support environmental licensing processes (EIA) for decommissioning and interim waste storage projects.

• Participate in internal reviews of licensing strategies to identify gaps or inconsistencies and coordinate technical input from decommissioning, waste management, and radiation protection teams.

• Track document review and approval timelines, update internal schedules and status reports, and prepare summaries, meeting notes, and technical briefs for the project team.

• Contribute to safety analyses and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support project objectives.

Mandatory Conditions

• Full on-site presence required in the Province of Varese, 5 days per week.

• Applicants must reside in the area or be fully willing and able to relocate to the Province of Varese.

WHAT IF IT WAS YOU?

We’re looking for motivated individuals who are ready to grow their expertise and contribute to a vital sector. If you bring curiosity, technical skill, and a collaborative spirit, this could be your next step.

• Education: MSc in Nuclear Engineering preferred. Other engineering backgrounds considered with experience in the nuclear field, even if limited.

• Experience: 0–3 years or 5/6 years of professional experience, or recent graduates with relevant academic background, thesis, or internship in licensing, safety, environmental, or nuclear topics.

• Regulations/Standards: Academic-level understanding of nuclear safety principles, environmental permitting, and regulatory frameworks.

• Languages: English B2 (mandatory); Italian B2 (mandatory).

• Basic knowledge of licensing and regulatory frameworks for nuclear, decommissioning, or waste management facilities.

• Understanding of safety principles and technical document processes for complex industrial sites.

• Ability to work methodically with technical documentation, following structured templates and procedures.

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

• Team player ready to learn from senior professionals and work across disciplines.

• Clear written communication in technical contexts.

WHAT YOU’LL LIKE ABOUT US:

• A working environment inspired by belonging, driven by inclusion.

• Our flexible working policy - We recognise the importance of work-life balance and encourage you to find yours.

• WSP is about making the world around us a better place, including the environment, transport infrastructure, buildings and land use.

• Excellent career prospects. We're growing fast, and every day we strive to outdo ourselves. We are open to your ideas and want to try new things. We have a supportive environment that invests in your development and training.

• WSP is about embracing a culture of collaboration with colleagues who stand out for their skills. Come and discover our fantastic team!

OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS:

1. Telephone interview: We'll start with a telephone interview to get to know you better and discuss your experience.

2. HR/Manager Interview: You will meet with our TA team and the department manager to assess your technical and cultural skills.

3. Interview with the Business Unit Director: A meeting with the Business Unit Director to discuss your potential role and our strategic vision.

ABOUT US:

We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our trusted employees share a common goal of making a positive and lasting impact on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity and inclusion.

Are you hesitating to apply? Go for it! We are proud to promote belonging, equal opportunities and professional integration within our teams, and we are convinced that our differences and an inclusive working environment contribute to our development. All applications will be carefully considered.

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