Active Gas Handling Operator (FTA - 1 Year)

ZipRecruiter; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fusion energy organization is seeking an Active Gas Handling Operator to assist in plant operations at their site. The role involves monitoring alarms, maintaining plant stability, and promoting safety. Candidates should have a relevant mechanical, scientific, or engineering qualification along with strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. A salary of £32,577 is offered with flexible working options available.

Benefits

Defined benefit pension scheme

Bonus scheme

Flexible working options

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous annual leave

Career development opportunities

Equality and inclusivity culture

Qualifications

• Qualification in a mechanical, scientific or engineering discipline.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience of working in a controlled environment.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety, health, and welfare for yourself and colleagues.
• Assist the plant supervisor with daily tasks.
• Monitor and respond to alarms.
• Maintain stable plant conditions and report irregularities.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Controlled environment experience

Education

Qualification in mechanical, scientific, or engineering discipline

Job description

Overview

Job Description

Company Description
UKAEA leads the way in realizing fusion energy, partnering with industry and research for ground-breaking advancements. Our goal is to bring fusion electricity to the grid, supported by tomorrow's power stations. In pursuit of our mission, UKAEA embraces core values: Innovative, Committed, Trusted, and Collaborative.

As an employee of UKAEA you will benefit from a suitable range of benefits including a defined benefit pension scheme, a bonus scheme, flexible working options, an Employee Assistance Programme, generous annual leave, opportunities for career development, and a culture committed to equality and inclusivity.

The Role

Active Gas Handling Operator

You will play a pivotal role in assisting the Plant Operations Duty Officer in delivering routine tasks and responding to associated system alarms to mitigate plant problems from worsening. The role is based at Culham, Oxfordshire, and requires the completion of an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) including DBS checks where applicable. The salary for this role is £32,577 with onsite working expected for 5 days a week, while flexible working requests are actively supported.

Key Accountabilities

• Promote safety, health and welfare for yourself and colleagues.
• Actively promote UKAEA values and a culture of equality and inclusion.
• Assist the plant supervisor and AGHS Control Room Duty Officer with daily tasks and maintain accurate records in the Control Room Logbook.
• Monitor and respond to alarms (plant, RPI, fire, flammable gas, oxygen).
• Undertake pre and post operational tasks and daily checks, including safe access conditions, radiological and atmosphere surveys, and diagnostic shutdowns.
• Maintain stable plant conditions and report irregularities to the Plant Supervisor.
• Administer the DOSAC system to authorise entry to ALNOR controlled areas.
• Coordinate with the JET J2 Control Room Shift Technician regarding planned TORUS interventions.
• Ensure safe working environment in compliance with health and safety regulations and share safe practices with visitors during inspections and tours.
• Perform other reasonable tasks or duties as requested by management.

Qualifications

Essential:

• Qualification in a mechanical, scientific or engineering discipline (e.g., HNC, BTEC ONC, City & Guilds level 2/3, NVQ 2/3 or equivalent).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience of working in a controlled environment.

Desirable:

• Understanding of safety procedures and why they are required.
• Ability to work on own initiative or with others with minimal supervision.
• Effective leadership qualities.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Mechanical, Science or Engineering degree or higher education.

Additional Information

A full list of benefits is available from the employer. Vacancies are generally advertised for 4 weeks but may close earlier if a large number of applications are received. For applicants applying from outside the United Kingdom or those who have spent time outside the UK, information on criminal records checks is available in guidance provided by the government.