Project Supervisor

Nuclear Restoration Services; Thurso; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nuclear Restoration Services is seeking a Project Supervisor for the Dounreay Fast Reactor site to oversee safe delivery of decommissioning tasks and compliance with safety requirements.

The role requires supervising SQEP personnel, coordinating with contractors and stakeholders, and ensuring work control documentation and hazard reviews are up to date in a fast-paced environment. Interviews planned for late September 2026.

Qualifications

• Strong supervisory experience in industrial/decommissioning environments.
• Ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary activities and manage safety.
• Knowledge of work control processes and safety considerations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise safe, compliant project activities and review safe systems of work.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders and schedule work.
• Perform safety inspections and participate in hazard reviews.
• Line manage Dounreay staff and oversee contractor performance.

Skills

Supervision

Coordination

Safety

Work control

Job description

A vacancy has arisen within Reactors Programme at Dounreay Fast Reactor (DFR) for a Project Supervisor. The successful candidate will supervise the safe delivery of physical work within DFR. The job holder will be responsible for supervising SQEP individuals to undertake routine safety and compliance in addition to decommissioning tasks.

What You Will Be Doing

You will play a critical role in the safe, compliant and efficient delivery of multi-disciplinary decommissioning tasks, ensuring work is executed within the safety case and operating envelope by competent personnel. The role supports the full lifecycle of project delivery through supervision of work activities, coordination with contractors and stakeholders, oversight of work control documentation, participation in hazard reviews, and proactive management of safety, environmental and operational performance. Key responsibilities include:

• Supervise safe, compliant project activities, reviewing and preparing safe systems of work, monitoring contractor performance and integrating updates to processes or legislation.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, supporting work scheduling, hazard reviews, project reporting, and preparation of handover documentation.
• Conduct safety inspections, investigate abnormal conditions, act as Building Supervisor, and participate in site emergency arrangements.
• Perform relevant management appointments (e.g., Permit Issuer, Risk Assessor, Local Incident Controller) and line manage Dounreay staff.

Who We Are Looking For

The successful candidate will bring proven experience from an industrial environment, demonstrating confident supervision of personnel and coordination of work activities within safe and controlled operating conditions. They will apply strong organisational and planning skills to manage tasks effectively while maintaining a high level of safety awareness and compliance. With excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, the postholder will contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture, showing adaptability and a proactive approach in a dynamic working environment.

They should also demonstrate:

• Strong industrial experience with a solid understanding of work control processes, safe systems of work and safety considerations.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise teams, coordinate activities and plan work effectively using sound organisational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with an adaptable and positive mindset that supports an inclusive and collaborative team environment.
• Post specific capability analysis assessment

We are looking to hold interviews week commencing Monday 28 September 2026, however, please note that this vacancy may close earlier than the stated deadline should we receive a high volume of applications.

If you require assistance at any point during the recruitment process contact [e-mail] at the appropriate time so we can make any necessary, reasonable adjustment.

Please note: All successful candidates who do not already hold security clearance will need to provide proof of identity, eligibility to work in the UK, and employment/education history (typically covering the last 3–5 years) in line with NRS Baseline Security requirements. Some roles may also require full Security Clearance, which involves additional checks. For details, please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) guidance.