Nuclear Material Control Technician

AWE; Reading; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Nuclear Material Control Technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves ensuring compliance with procedures for the processing, movement, and storage of nuclear materials. You'll support the Accountable Nuclear Materials Inventory Holder and operate accountancy systems, promoting high standards in safety and quality. With a flexible working pattern and a market-leading benefits package, this position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a regulated environment while contributing to essential operations. If you're detail-oriented and passionate about safety, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

9-day working fortnight

Market-leading pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Funding for professional development

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance

Discounts on everyday spending

Paid leave for volunteering

Qualifications

• Good organisational and communication skills are essential.
• Minimum GCSE grade C/4 in Maths and English or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure processing and storage of Nuclear Materials follow procedures.
• Operate Nuclear Materials accountancy systems and produce related reports.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Attention to Detail

MS Office Proficiency

Health and Safety Knowledge

Teamwork

Education

GCSE in Maths

GCSE in English

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Introduction

AWE is recruiting for a Nuclear Material Control Technician within our Nuclear Materials Control team, part of the Operations function. The role involves ensuring the processing, movement, and storage of Nuclear Materials comply with procedures, supporting the Accountable Nuclear Materials Inventory Holder, and operating accountancy systems.

Location and Package

Location: RG7 4PR, between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking.

Package: £27,825 - £33,000 (dependent on suitability, qualifications, and experience).

Working Pattern

AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We consider flexible working requests. Please indicate your preferred pattern on your application.

Responsibilities

• Ensure processing, movements, and storage of Nuclear Materials follow procedures.
• Assist the Accountable Nuclear Materials Inventory Holder.
• Promote high standards in environment, safety, health, security, and quality.
• Operate Nuclear Materials accountancy systems and produce related reports.
• Be prepared to undertake shift work if required.

Candidate Requirements

Essential skills and experience include:

• Good organisational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in operational, high-hazard, regulated environments.
• Minimum GCSE grade C/4 in Maths and English or equivalent.
• Methodical work approach with attention to detail.
• Basic proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel).
• Knowledge of basic health and safety practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable skills include:

• Knowledge of inventory control, storage, handling, and movement of radioactive/hazardous materials.
• Knowledge of radiological and criticality safety hazards.
• Experience in engineering or manufacturing environments.

Additional Qualities

Ability to work calmly in a changing environment, with initiative, enthusiasm, flexibility, and the capacity to meet tight deadlines.

Benefits

• 9-day working fortnight with every other Friday off, plus 270 hours annual leave.
• Market-leading pension scheme (9%-13% employer contribution).
• Family-friendly policies including extended maternity and paternity leave.
• Funding for professional development.
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health services.
• Life Assurance (4x salary).
• Discounts on everyday spending.
• Paid leave for volunteering, public service, and caring responsibilities.

Additional Information

Limited opportunities for remote work; primarily on-site at AWE Aldermaston, typically 4 days per week.

We value diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds. Inclusion data will be stored securely and separately, in accordance with GDPR.

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