Nuclear Decommissioning Site Lead

NUKEM Ltd.; Old Warren; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8.5% Employer Pension Contribution

Private Medical Scheme

Employee Share Scheme

Flexible and hybrid working

25 Days Annual Leave

Early retirement options

Job summary

NUVIA UK is seeking an experienced decommissioning lead to direct teams in safe plant operations, decommissioning and dismantling of nuclear facilities at Aldermaston, with occasional travel to other sites. The role requires leadership, radiological and PPE expertise, and the ability to work within strict safety standards on nuclear licensed sites.

You will manage resources, ensure compliance with procedures, and support projects across the UK's defence, nuclear and energy sectors, contributing

Qualifications

• Good leadership and management ability.
• Classified radiation worker.
• Basic radiological awareness training.
• Experience with radiological conditions and contamination assessments.
• Experience with PPE, RPE and radiological monitoring systems.
• Experience with lifting/slinging operations.
• Experience erecting/operating/dismantling temporary structures.
• General engineering/background with GCSE/NA education as applicable.
• Ability to follow written procedures to minimise risks.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively within a team and with Client teams.
• Full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Resource Management
• Decontamination: Deployment and supervision of site operatives
• Dismantling: Decontaminate plant, equipment and facilities
• Care & Maintenance: Dismantle and size reduce plant/equipment
• Waste Processing: Plant checks and housekeeping
• Environment: Prepare work areas and equipment
• Plant Operations: Operate process plant and materials handling equipment

Skills

Leadership

Radiological safety

PPE/RPE knowledge

Lifting/slinging

Teamwork

CSCS card

CPCS/NPORS

IPAF/PASMA

Driving license

Education

NVQ Level 3

GCSE or equivalent

Tools

CSCS card

CPCS or NPORS

IPAF/PASMA

Job description

NUVIA UK is seeking an experienced decommissioning lead to direct teams in safe plant operations, decommissioning and dismantling of nuclear facilities at Aldermaston, with occasional travel to other sites. The role requires leadership, radiological and PPE expertise, and the ability to work within strict safety standards on nuclear licensed sites.

You will manage resources, ensure compliance with procedures, and support projects across the UK's defence, nuclear and energy sectors, contributing