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Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (NRS) is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA). NRS is responsible for decommissioning first generation nuclear power stations Berkeley, Bradwell, Chapelcross, Dungeness A, Hinkley Point A, Hunterston A, Oldbury, Sizewell A, Trawsfynydd and Wylfa, and research sites Harwell and Winfrith. NRS is also responsible for electricity generation at hydroelectric plant Maentwrog. As a division of NRS, NRS Dounreay is responsible for the clean-up and demolition of the former centre of fast reactor research and development.
NRS is an exciting place to be, and this role is the perfect opportunity for you to be part of our challenging mission - to safely and successfully manage the UK’s civil nuclear legacy on behalf of the nation. To deliver our commitment, we need people like you who want to perform at an industry leading standard and be part of a team that continues to develop, innovate and even exceed our greatest achievements.
At NRS, we understand, and acknowledge the value of an inclusive working environment, and celebrate the diversity this brings to our workplace. Without this approach, we wouldn’t be in the position that we are now, being able to safeguard and secure the future of our organisation.
If you’re part of the NDA Group, please refer to the Mobility Principles for guidance on how a move into NRS can be facilitated - visit What is Mobility at the NDA group?
Operations Technician
About the role
Hear from the Hiring Manager:
“A key deliverable of the Chapelcross decommissioning mission is to safely and compliantly retrieve Intermediate Level Waste (ILW) in various forms and transfer to the Interim Storage Facility (ISF) for long term storage. We are at an exciting stage where we have commenced retrieving and transferring ILW into the ISF, and there are a number of further ILW waste retrieval schemes in preparation. We currently have a vacancy for an Operations Technician who will work as part of a team and be responsible for the compliant and safe operation of the various plant and equipment to the requirements of the site procedures and safety rules.”
Please note this is a site based role and the working hours are 07.30 – 17.15, Monday to Thursday, perfect for someone looking for a four-day working week.
Key Duties/Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
- Carry out core operational duties within his/her own level of demonstrated competence.
- Carry out operational tasks within scope and competence and to assist with fault investigations.
- Become a Suitably Qualified and Experienced Person (SQEP) on various plant items.
- Carry out Ionising Radiation Regulations (IRR) and Radioactive Substances Act (RSA) surveys to approved and established procedures (Health Physics (HP) Monitor Level 5).
- Provide technical support to current and future project design and implementation.
- The post holder may be required to carry out identified roles as necessary, for example site security support.
- The post holder will be required to fulfil a role in the Site Emergency Scheme.
- The post holder may be required to be a classified worker as specified in the IRRs.
- As a customer-focused individual, the post holder will be expected to support delivery within his or her range of skills, knowledge, experience and competence.
- Comply with the Health, Safety, Security, Environmental and Quality policies, procedures, work instructions and risk assessments.
- Support the continuous improvement of Health, Safety, Security, Environment and Quality on Site.
- Assist in the training and development of team members.
- Uphold Company values at all times by putting safety and environmental protection first; building trust by acting with integrity and respect for others; and ensuring that we promote and support innovation and efficiency to achieve successful delivery of the mission.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Experience of working in an industrial environment (essential).
- 3 GCSE’s (Grade C or above) or equivalent in Maths and English or 2 GCSEs as above with work related experience (essential).
- Experienced in the competent use of industrial hand tools, operation of equipment (cranes, FLTs, MEWPs etc.), operation of industrial plant (desirable).
- For internal candidate’s suitable relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of formal qualifications where appropriate.
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Please note: All successful candidates will need to provide proof of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment/education history (typically covering the last 3–5 years) in line with NRS Baseline Security requirements. Some roles may also require full Security Clearance, which involves additional checks. For details, please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) guidance.
At NRS, we value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from underrepresented groups. We want to ensure you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application or interview process, please do not hesitate to let us know.
*We offer flexibility on base location for multi-site roles and are happy to discuss flexible working options.