Training Instructor (Operations Technician)

EDF (UK); Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pension

Disability support

Job summary

EDF UK is seeking an Operations Instructor to join the NSA training team. The role focuses on developing and delivering EPR Operations Technician training, with instructor training provided to support the role.

You will contribute to knowledge transfer for Nuclear New Build and Generation and deliver high-quality training across multiple sites. The successful candidate will be mobile to deliver training as needed and ensure material accuracy, adherence to standards, and excellence in delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of power plant systems and processes.
• Ability to plan, develop and deliver technical training.
• Experience delivering training in safety-critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver Operations Technician training material.
• Deliver training in classroom and plant simulator environments.
• Act as course coordinator for training areas and mentor trainees.

Skills

Plant systems

Instruction delivery

Safety critical

SAT knowledge

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Job Purpose / Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join us as an operations Instructor as part of the Nuclear Skills Alliance (NSA). The successful candidate’s primary responsibilities once qualified, will be to join the Operations Training team and lead the development and delivery of EPR Operations Technician training programmes, you will be given the required instructor training to support your role.

About The Role

Job Purpose / Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join us as an operations Instructor as part of the Nuclear Skills Alliance (NSA). The successful candidate’s primary responsibilities once qualified, will be to join the Operations Training team and lead the development and delivery of EPR Operations Technician training programmes, you will be given the required instructor training to support your role.

You will facilitate the growth of knowledge for both Nuclear New Build and Generation. You will be part of a team with a wide variety of skills, experience and knowledge to support you.

The job holder will be responsible for the development and delivery of key training areas, they must be mobile to deliver training where required when needed, ensuring NNB and Generate personnel have the required initial knowledge to carry out their roles to a high level. The job holder must ensure accuracy of material, adherence to the training standards / procedures and excellence in quality of delivery.

The Opportunity

As an NSA Operations Instructor, you will have the opportunity to make a major impact on the performance of the organisation through the application and delivery of quality training, supporting the NSA skills pool to meet the needs of the business. Working closely with business units to assist in the effective knowledge transfer within the workforce, while developing your own skills and forging an exciting future.

The key duties the successful candidate will be required to carry out:

• The development and delivery of Operations Technician related initial and continuing training material
• Prioritise support to the above programmes in-line with stakeholder requirements.
• Support training in classroom and plant simulator environments, as well as providing coaching and mentoring of trainees to expedite learning
• Act as course coordinator for responsible training areas
• Responsible for leading and delivering training to groups from 1 up to 20 people, depending on the subject and environment.
• Act as the training subject matter expert for their area and demonstrate a deep understanding of the relevant company standards become the company expert and representative in their areas.
• Ensure company values, safety and OpEx are embedded throughout the training, training material and lesson plans
• Communicate with line managers for the successful development of competence within their staff
• Maintain relationships with both generation and EPR stakeholders and Subject Matter Experts (SME) for development of material
• Communicate with external contractors if required to provide training support servicesFully contribute to the business plan of the NSA to support achievement of our company organisational goals

Pay, Benefits And Culture

In addition to a competitive salary and a market-leading pension scheme. Your package will include a range of benefits, from the big and formal to the small and personal.

Here at EDF UK, we do right by each other and everyone’s welcome. We’re on an action-oriented journey, championing equity, diversity, and inclusion. We’d like our future workforce to have an equal gender balance, represent a broad mix of people from minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+, those with a disability and supporting social mobility.

We’re a disability confident employer and we’ll do all we can to help with your application. Please let us know if you need to request reasonable adjustments.

We take pride in fostering a dynamic and inclusive environment, where the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our employees drive fresh thinking and innovation. We understand that success means different things to different people. We believe there are multiple definitions of what it means to succeed. That’s why we support you to pursue a career that’s unique to you. Because success is personal.

Who You Are

We are seeking an Operations Instructor with a strong background in plant systems and experience supporting the delivery of complex plant system projects. You will possess a thorough understanding of system-derived hazards and be comfortable working within safety-critical environments where precision, attention to detail, and a strong safety culture are essential. Knowledge of the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT) is desirable; however, training and development will be provided for the successful candidate.

The ideal candidate will have experience within the power generation sector or other heavy industrial environments. A technical or engineering background is highly desirable, particularly where it has involved working in regulated, high-integrity industries.

Applicants should hold a minimum of GCSEs (or equivalent), including English and Mathematics at Grade C/4 or above.

Additional technical qualifications, engineering certifications, or relevant vocational training would be advantageous. Candidates with experience in power generation, process engineering, or roles such as Fleet or Site Certified Instructor, Senior Authorised Person (SAP), Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO), or Permit to Work (PTW) will be particularly well suited to this opportunity.

This opportunity is open to existing Hinkley Point C (HPC) employees.

Applications for this role close on Monday November 9th.

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