Decommissioning Operative

Cyclife Uk Ltd; Dungeness; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Flexible Working

Birthday as Leave

Additional Leave for Length of Service

Death in Service Benefit

Job summary

Cyclife UK is seeking a Decommissioning Operative to support activities across Berkshire, Cumbria and Kent in radiation and contamination-controlled areas. You will follow instructions from senior staff, operate decommissioning aids, and ensure compliance with permits and documentation.

The role requires an NVQ in nuclear decommissioning, CSCS, and CCNSG, with desirable nuclear industry experience. The package includes safety-focused training and a structured career path within a leading nuclear

Qualifications

• NVQ in nuclear decommissioning – Essential
• CSCS – Essential
• CCNSG – Essential
• Nuclear / highly regulated industry experience – Desirable

Responsibilities

• Receive instructions from Senior Engineer/Site Supervisor
• Manufacture and install decommissioning aids
• Ensure operations are in accordance with approved documentation and work permit
• Use correct tooling, PPE and best practices to complete tasks
• Demonstrate good housekeeping
• Removal and size reduction of redundant plant and equipment
• Hot spot removal activities and waste packaging
• Transportation of radioactive and clear waste from controlled areas

Education

NVQ in nuclear decommissioning

CSCS

CCNSG

Nuclear / highly regulated industry experience

Job description

Role title: Decommissioning Operative - Berkshire, Cumbria & Kent

Cyclife UK is a leading provider of integrated nuclear engineering and waste management solutions, delivering consultancy, design, decommissioning, waste treatment and disposal services across the nuclear sector. As part of EDF's Cyclife Group, we combine global expertise with specialist UK capabilities to support some of the industry's most complex challenges.

Why Cyclife UK:

In return for your skills and commitment, you'll have the opportunity to work on industry-leading projects while enjoying a competitive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

Company benefits include but not limited to: Pension, Flexible Working, Birthday as Leave, Additional Leave for Length of Service, Death in Service Benefit etc

Role: Decommissioning Operative

Decommissioning activities working to approved documentation in radiation and contamination-controlled areas.

• Receive instructions from Senior Engineer/Site Supervisor;
• Manufacture and install decommissioning aids;
• Responsible for ensuring operations are in accordance with approved documentation and work permit;
• Utilisation of correct tooling, PPE and best practice to complete tasks;
• Demonstrating Good Housekeeping;
• Removal and size reduction of redundant plant and equipment;
• Hot spot removal activities and waste packaging;

Transportation of radioactive and clear waste from controlled areas.

Training and Qualifications:

• NVQ in nuclear decommissioning - Essential
• Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) - Essential
• Contractor National Safety Group (CCNSG) or equivalent - Essential
• Nuclear / highly regulated industry experience - Desirable

Cyclife UK Values & Guiding Principles:

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate behaviours laid out in Cyclife Values and Four Guiding Principles which cover the following areas:

Cyclife UK Values:

• Sets the standard for safety
• Sets the standard for customer satisfaction
• Ensures Cyclife UK is a great place to work
• Presents “One Cyclife” to the market
• Creates a platform for strong and sustainable long term growth

Four Guiding Principles:

• Take Care
• Feel Pride
• Act Collectively
• Be Accountable