Operations Technician

"Oldbury Nuclear Power Station is progressing with our mission of safely decommissioning the site to make it available for alternative land use. As such we are recruiting for a Production Technician to join our team to support this important multi-year programme of work.

The role includes the operation of plant to retrieve, process and package our legacy solid and wet wastes, complete deplanting works to remove redundant plant, operate our site transport vehicles and deliver our Asset Infrastructure Care programme of field activities.

We are seeking someone who enjoys being conscientious by putting safety first, learning new skills, and is naturally a team-player. Please note this role does require daily use of Personal Protective Equipment, including full face, powered respirators."

Please note this role is based at Oldbury Power Station and the contractual working hours are Monday - Thursday, 07.25 - 17.00, perfect for someone seeking a four-day working week.,

• Assist with the installation, commissioning and operation of our radioactive waste processing equipment across the site for the retrieval, processing and packaging of our solid and wet waste.


• Deplant redundant plant and systems associated with numerous redundant plant areas.


• Adhere to safe systems of work and contribute to, and share continuous safety improvement ideas within your work areas.


• Use your skills and experience to be an effective team member of a delivery focussed programme.


• Support colleague's learning and development through knowledge sharing, task instruction and familiarisation training.


• Engage with technical teams to solve routine operational problems to improve safety and enhance delivery.
  
  Essential: -


• Experience of working in an industrial environment (essential).


• Appropriate technical qualification e.g., City and Guilds, BTEC, NVQ (NQF Level 2) or relevant experience (essential).


Desirable: -

• Experienced in the use of industrial hand tools, operation of equipment (cranes, FLTs, etc.), operation of industrial plant, plant and maintenance (desirable). #INDOR
  
  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.


• Starting salary £31,312 - salary upon completion of training £35,038 (anticipated timeframe of 36 months)


• Monday to Thursday 07.25 - 17.00 (37 hour working week)


• Free onsite parking


• You'll be provided with a comprehensive, structured training programme., 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.


• 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).