Site Supervisor

NUVIA; Aldermaston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 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

Job summary

NUVIA UK is seeking a decommissioning supervisor to lead teams in safe plant operations, decommissioning and dismantling of nuclear facilities at Aldermaston, with occasional travel to other sites.

You will oversee radiological controls, PPE and lifting operations, ensuring adherence to approved procedures and safety standards, while supporting major national programmes.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and CSCS card.
• Experience in radiological environments and PPE, RPE.
• Proven leadership in safety-critical decommissioning tasks.

Responsibilities

• Lead decommissioning teams to operate, dismantle and size reduce facilities.
• Supervise radiological controls, PPE, and monitoring systems.
• Ensure compliance with procedures and safety standards on site.

Skills

Leadership

Radiological knowledge

Safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3

CSCS card

IPAF/PASMA training

Tools

PPE & RPE training

Decommissioning tooling knowledge

Job description

Aldermaston – Occasional travel to other sites may be required

Permanent

There has never been a more exciting time to join NUVIA UK. As a result of significant growth and major contract awards, including the STEP fusion programme and major frameworks supporting the UK's defence and nuclear infrastructure, we are expanding our capability and delivering some of the UK's most innovative and strategically important programmes. Operating across the nuclear, defence and energy sectors, our work supports critical national infrastructure, strengthens energy security and contributes to the UK's long-term resilience.

From helping to deliver the UK's ambitious fusion energy programme to supporting major defence and nuclear infrastructure projects, our teams work at the forefront of complex, safety-critical challenges. Our diverse portfolio offers the opportunity to develop specialist expertise, work alongside industry-leading professionals and build a rewarding career while contributing to projects of national significance.

Join NUVIA and be part of a growing organisation where you can make a lasting impact on society, industry and future generations, while benefiting from meaningful career development.

Purpose of the job

To lead decommissioning teams to safely undertake plant operations, decommissioning and dismantling of nuclear facilities, plant and equipment in accordance with approved documentation, within the boundaries and restrictions of Nuclear/Construction Sites and in direct support of specific projects.

Key Accountabilities

• Resource Management


• Decontamination: Deployment and supervision of site operatives


• Dismantling: To decontaminate plant, equipment and facilities


• Care & Maintenance: To dismantle and size reduce plant and equipment


• Waste Processing: To undertake plant checks, routine maintenance of facilities and housekeeping


• Environment: Preparation of work areas, materials and equipment


• Plant Operations: To operate process plant and materials handling equipment in support of site activities

Duties and Requirements

• Good leadership and management ability


• Practical knowledge and experience of radiological conditions and contamination assessments


• Practical knowledge and experience of PPE, RPE and radiological monitoring systems


• Practical knowledge and experience of lifting/slinging operations


• Practical knowledge and experience of erection, operation and dismantling of temporary structures


• Good understanding of tooling and equipment and their safe application in the workplace


• Reasonable level of intelligence and education, CSE/GCSE or equivalent, with some knowledge of technical terms and commercial arithmetic with basic keyboard skills


• Ability to work to written procedures in order to minimise risks to persons, property and environment


• Ability to communicate and work effectively within a team, and ability to communicate with Client teams


• Excellent health, safety and environment awareness for industrial working


• A flexible attitude to work, capability and willingness of being trained to undertake a wide range of duties including the use of standard and specialist decommissioning tooling


• Up to 1 years’ previous experience working in an industrial and/or project environment


• Physical fitness and manual dexterity


• Basic radiological awareness training


• A general engineering, craft or building background and / or knowledge gained through experience and on the job training


• NVQ Level 3 (minimum or working towards)


• SSSTS


• Relevant CSCS card discipline for construction sites


• Relevant CPCS or NPORS cards for the operation of plant and equipment


• IPAF and PASMA training


• Relevant security clearance for Nuclear Licensed sites


• Full UK driving license

Employee Staff Benefits

• 8.5% Employer Pension Contribution with Life Assurance Cover


• Private Medical Scheme*


• Employee Share Scheme


• Flexible and hybrid working, in agreement with local line management.


• 25 Days Annual Leave (increasing to 28 days after 5 years’ service, 31 days after 10 years’ service)


• Option to buy, sell and carry over up to 5 days annual leave per year.


• Salary Sacrifice Schemes: Electrical Vehicles, Technology and Cycle to Work.


• 18 Weeks Full Maternity Pay* (+21w SMP)


• In Partnership with Trade Unions


• Personal Development & Further Education Support


• Long Service & Recognition Awards


• Fantastic Employee Discounts


• Free Employee Assistance Programme

*After 1 year of service.

Why Nuvia

Nuvia - a subsidiary of VINCI construction - is an international company that operates across highly regulated sectors including Civil Nuclear and has a strong presence and history of delivery at nuclear sites in the UK and internationally.

Nuvia is a performance-driven company that is committed to the development of its people within a culture of safety, innovation, and excellence.