Nuclear Site Operator — Flexible Work & Growth Path

NUKEM Ltd.; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; 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

Maternity Pay

Employee Discounts

EAP (Employee Assistance)

Job summary

NUVIA UK seeks a Site Operative to safely undertake plant operations, decommissioning and dismantling of nuclear facilities in line with approved documentation. Occasional travel to other sites may be required, with hybrid working options.

Role involves decontamination, dismantling, site maintenance and handling of radioactive waste, under strict safety and regulatory controls. NVQ2 or equivalent qualifications and CSCS/NPORS training are preferred.

Qualifications

• Classified radiation worker status.
• Basic radiological awareness training.
• Experience with radiological conditions and contamination assessments.
• Experience of PPE, RPE and monitoring systems.
• Experience of lifting/slinging operations.
• Experience of erection, operation and dismantling of temporary structures.
• Good understanding of tooling and equipment safety.
• CSE/GCSE or equivalent with basic arithmetic and keyboard skills.
• Ability to follow written procedures to minimise risks.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively in a team.
• Excellent health, safety and environment awareness.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate plant, equipment and facilities.
• Dismantle and size-reduce plant and equipment.
• Undertake plant checks and routine maintenance.
• Control and process radioactive waste to client requirements.
• Prepare work areas, materials and equipment.
• Operate process plant and materials handling equipment.

Skills

Team communication

Health & safety awareness

Flexible attitude

Physical fitness

Education

NVQ 2 (or working towards)

CSE/GCSE or equivalent

Basic keyboard skills

Tools

CSCS card

CPCS/NPORS cards

IPAF/PASMA training

Job description

NUVIA UK seeks a Site Operative to safely undertake plant operations, decommissioning and dismantling of nuclear facilities in line with approved documentation. Occasional travel to other sites may be required, with hybrid working options.

Role involves decontamination, dismantling, site maintenance and handling of radioactive waste, under strict safety and regulatory controls. NVQ2 or equivalent qualifications and CSCS/NPORS training are preferred.