Decommissioning Supervisor

Veolia; Bolton; Remote; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental solutions company in Bolton is seeking a decommissioning supervisor to oversee activities in nuclear, oil & gas, or heavy industrial sectors. The role involves coordination of site teams, safety compliance, and interaction with clients and regulators. Candidates should have a CCDO Gold Card and relevant supervisory experience. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including ongoing training and development.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Access to pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Resources for physical, mental, and financial health

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in decommissioning supervision within nuclear, oil & gas, or heavy industrial sectors.
• Experience with permit-to-work systems and safe systems of work.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Site Manager in planning, coordinating, and supervising daily decommissioning activities.
• Implement and enforce safe systems of work.
• Monitor and control radiological, chemical, and conventional hazards.

Skills

Decommissioning supervision experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

CCDO Gold Card

Ability to obtain SC Security Clearance

Job description

Overview

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: up to £45,822 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Grade: Ops

Hours: 40 hours per week

Location: Based at Bolton BL1 2TF. Working away from home and travelling throughout the UK will be required as part of the role.

What we can offer you

• 25 days of annual leave
• Access to our people\'s pension scheme
• Free physiotherapy service
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing

• Assist the Site Manager in planning, coordinating, and supervising daily decommissioning activities, managing site-based teams, contractors, and subcontractors
• Lead toolbox talks, safety briefings, and team meetings while monitoring work progress and reporting on operational performance
• Implement and enforce safe systems of work, permit-to-work procedures, and conduct risk assessments and method statements
• Monitor and control radiological, chemical, and conventional hazards on site, ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Ensure adherence to CDM Regulations, Nuclear Site Licence Conditions, and relevant industry standards
• Investigate incidents and near-misses, implementing corrective actions and maintaining accurate records and regulatory compliance reports
• Coordinate waste segregation, packaging, and disposal activities in accordance with waste management plans
• Liaise with clients, regulators (ONR, EA, HSE), and stakeholders, managing site logistics, equipment, and resource allocation
• Ensure quality assurance and quality control procedures are followed throughout all decommissioning activities
• Mentor and develop team members, promoting a strong safety culture and adherence to project schedules, quality standards, and budgets

What we're looking for

• Proven experience in decommissioning supervision within nuclear, oil & gas, or heavy industrial sectors.
• CCDO Gold Card
• Experience with permit-to-work systems and safe systems of work
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• SC Security Clearance or ability to obtain

What\'s next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We\'re proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we\'re also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We\'re dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We\'re also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.