Operations Engineer A

Nuclear Restoration Services; Scotland; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Scotland is seeking a dynamic individual for a crucial operational role. The candidate will supervise safety and compliance while contributing to waste recovery and processing. Key responsibilities include operational supervision, problem-solving, and providing line management. Applicants must hold a relevant HNC/HND and demonstrate strong engineering knowledge. This role offers extensive training and a comprehensive benefits package including flexible working options and a generous leave entitlement.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Annual leave and public holidays

Company Bonus Scheme

Enhanced pension contributions

Employee Assistance Programme

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have a thorough knowledge of operational aspects of engineering.
• Ability to conduct inspections and risk assessments.
• Experience in managing and supervising teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise operation of facilities/plant items.
• Ensure safety and compliance with legislative requirements.
• Identify and investigate problems arising on plant.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of Mechanical Engineering

Knowledge of Electrical Engineering

Knowledge of Control and Instrument Engineering

Education

HNC/HND in an appropriate engineering discipline

Job description

About the role

Hear from the Hiring Manager:

“Hunterston A has a very challenging Higher Activity Waste recovery and processing programme. My team discharges high hazard reduction across a multitude of different solid and liquid waste facilities.

I am keen to recruit a dynamic individual to contribute to safe and compliant Operations within the department. This role involves extensive commitment to train as a Senior Authorised Person in accordance with the company’s safety rules (Electrical & Mechanical (E&M) and radiological (NR)).The role requires training and appointment against Site Licence Condition LC26 to act as a Process Duly Authorised Person.

You will also be required to fulfil a role on the Company Emergency Scheme as a Duty Controller, which would require you to support a 24hr on-call rota. This requires you to live within an hour of site”.

Key Deliverables:

The purpose of the role is to ensure safety and compliance by supervising the operation of facilities/plant items in accordance with legislative requirements and Company Procedures. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Operate the Plant in accordance with Site Licence requirements, ensuring that the plant is operated within defined operating limits and routine testing is carried out to the required programme.
• Identify problems arising on plant and ensure that they are investigated, and remedial actions put in place.
• Conduct general inspections of the plant. Ensure positive identification of hazards and risk assessments around the site and for work activities.
• To undertake the duty of Duly Authorised Person and Appointed Suitably Qualified and Experienced Person (ASQEP) in accordance with the Nuclear Site Licence.
• Prepare and issue safety documents in accordance with Company safety rules.
• Provide line management to members of the operational delivery team.

Qualifications and Experience:

• HNC/HND or National Qualifications Framework, level 5 or equivalent in an appropriate engineering discipline. (Essential)
• Thorough knowledge of the operational aspects of Mechanical, Electrical and Control and Instrument Engineering to the required standard. (Essential)
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal (Essential).

Benefits Package

• NRS staff should refer to the document titled “Spot Point v Grade alignment” available on SharePoint for more information on how the grade structure aligns to Spot Points.
• Flexible working – where possible.
• The equivalent of 25 days (185 hours per year) annual leave plus Public Holidays (59.2 hours per year). This increases by 2 days (14.8 hours per year) annual leave after two full calendar years of service (as at 5th January in the leave year), and an additional 3 days (22.2 hours per year) annual leave after five full calendar years of service (as at 5th January in the leave year). You also have the option to buy or sell the equivalent of 5 days (37 hours) annual leave each year (available in specific windows for the following holiday year). For the purpose of assessing an employee’s annual leave entitlement, a day means seven and two fifths (7.4) hours. A pro rata entitlement will apply for part time workers.
• Flexible benefits scheme – including cycle to work and reduced gym membership fees.
• Participation in our Company Bonus Scheme (up to £5,750 per annum based on corporate objectives).
• Employee Assistance Programme including 24-hour telephone support & personal assistance service and access to an online wellbeing App.
• Up to 13.5% employer pension contribution depending on individual contribution amount.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (dependent on service).
• Access to training and development through the company performance management arrangements, supporting you in maintaining your personal Continuous Professional Development.
• We have various different employee networks supporting our inclusion, diversity and wellbeing mission at Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (NRS).

Additional Information

Please be aware this role holder requires security clearance, or the ability to obtain said clearance.

There is a requirement to live within a commutable distance to the sites where the role is based. For central/multi-site roles, we have various hubs across the UK and can be flexible with base location.

We value the unique differences that each of our colleagues bring to work every day and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, included and able to perform at their best.

At Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (NRS), we are committed to creating a workplace that is diverse and inclusive, we therefore particularly welcome applications from Women, Black, Asian and Ethnic Minorities, LGBT+ and candidates with a disability as they are all underrepresented in our workforce.

We are happy to talk flexible working where possible.