Safety and Radiological Protection Trainer

About the role

Hear from the Hiring Manager

"Dungeness A is undertaking an exciting mission to decommission a legacy nuclear power station with the objective to achieve full site clearance.  Crucial to this mission is the development of suitably qualified and experienced persons to undertake the decommissioning work. The EHSSQ department and the site trainer are crucial to the success of Dungeness and that of the wider industry.  The site intends to create a training facility for classroom and practical training with a key focus on training Radiological Monitoring apprentices through to full competency.

If you have a passion for managing early career development and an aptitude for a variety of technical, vocational, and safety-based training, then we would love to hear from you.  The role will coordinate the various apprenticeships offered by the site as well as delivering radiological protection and safety-based training."

Key Deliverables

• Ensure personal and professional development and training of radiological staff to deliver an effective and suitably qualified and experienced function.  This will include delivery of classroom based learning as well as practical demonstrations and support to on-the-job learning, providing coaching and mentoring as required.
• Leading on the development of training facilities and programmes for the delivery of radiological protection and safety training.
• To prepare and develop a range of resources conducive to training of various disciplines and technical abilities.
• Liaising with Line Managers to ensure adequate on-job training and experience is provided to apprentices.
• Monitor performance/standards and act as directed or provide advice as necessary to maintain radiological and safety standards to improve performance.
• Contribute to the continued improvements and targets as specified by EHSSQ team.

Qualifications and Experience

• Educated to at least NQF Level 3 / NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent in a post related subject).
• IOSH or NEBOSH qualification or relevant radiological protection qualification preferred.
• Practical experience in own speciality within relevant industry.
• Knowledge of site arrangements for IRR and EPR compliance.   
• Experience of delivering classroom based training preferred.

Please note this role is mapped to the Magnox role of Safety & Environment Engineer B (BR-264).

Benefits Package

• Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (NRS) staff should refer to the document titled “Spot Point v Grade alignment” available on SharePoint for more information on how the grade structure aligns to Spot Points.
• Flexible working – where possible.
• The equivalent of 25 days (185 hours per year) annual leave plus Public Holidays (59.2 hours per year). This increases by 2 days (14.8 hours per year) annual leave after two full calendar years of service (as at 5th January in the leave year) , and an additional 3 days (22.2 hours per year) annual leave after five full calendar years of service (as at 5th January in the leave year). You also have the option to buy or sell the equivalent of 5 days (37 hours) annual leave each year (available in specific windows for the following holiday year). For the purpose of assessing an employee’s annual leave entitlement, a day means seven and two fifths (7.4) hours. A pro rata entitlement will apply for part time workers.
• Flexible benefits scheme – including cycle to work and reduced gym membership fees.
• Participation in our Company Bonus Scheme (up to £5,750 per annum based on corporate objectives).
• Employee Assistance Programme including 24-hour telephone support & personal assistance service and access to an online wellbeing App.
• Up to 13.5% employer pension contribution depending on individual contribution amount.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (dependent on service).
• Access to training and development through the company performance management arrangements, supporting you in maintaining your personal Continuous Professional Development.
• We have various different employee networks supporting our inclusion, diversity and wellbeing mission at Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (NRS).

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.  

We offer flexibility on base location for multi-site roles and are happy to discuss flexible working options.  At NRS, we value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from underrepresented groups.