NSAN Welcomes New Board Member

NSAN are pleased to announce that Richard Watson, Head of Resourcing – People Function at Sellafield Ltd, has joined the NSAN Board.

Richard brings more than two decades of experience in the nuclear sector, specialising in talent acquisition, leadership development, and strategic initiatives. His extensive expertise supports NSAN’s objective to leverage knowledge and skills within our networks to address workforce requirements and deliver high-quality solutions throughout the industry. Richard will succeed Les Studholme, Head of HR Operations at Sellafield Ltd, who is standing down from the NSAN board as he takes up a new role within Sellafield Ltd.

Richard is a seasoned senior leader known for his expertise in change management and people operations. In his role as Head of Resourcing at Sellafield Ltd, he has led large-scale recruitment, workforce planning, and complex organisational transformation projects throughout his career.

Tricia Austin, Managing Director of NSAN, commented:

“We are thrilled to welcome Richard to our Board. His strategic vision, extensive experience, and genuine passion for people development will be instrumental as we further our mission. We’re eager to see the positive contributions Richard will make to NSAN and to the wider sector.

As Richard joins us, we would also like to take this opportunity to extend our heartfelt appreciation to Les Studholme, who stands down following seven years of outstanding service as a member of our Board.

Throughout his tenure, Les’s dedication, wisdom, and unwavering commitment have been instrumental in helping to shape NSAN’s direction and growth. We wish Les every success in his new role and thank him for his exceptional contribution to NSAN and the wider nuclear community.”

Richard Watson, Head of Resourcing – People Function at Sellafield Ltd, commented:

“It’s a real pleasure to be joining the NSAN board. It’s great to see the progress that has been made over recent years and I’m really looking forward to making a contribution to the next stage of NSAN’s success.”