Waste Engineer

AtkinsRéalis; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis seeks creative individuals for Radiological Waste Management roles within a multi-disciplinary team. Successful candidates will engage in high hazard decommissioning and assist in developing innovative waste management strategies. Opportunities for travel and growth are available as part of this dynamic team.

Benefits

Flexible holidays

Health & wellbeing benefits

Career development support

Qualifications

• Candidates must have practical experience in the nuclear industry.
• They should be innovative and adaptable to new ideas.
• Strong interpersonal skills are crucial for building relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support in producing waste management documentation and strategies.
• Contribute to developing monitoring procedures.
• Assist in bids and proposals by identifying strategies.

Skills

Practical Radiological Waste Management experience

Understanding of waste routing

Knowledge of waste packages

Familiarity with UK strategies

Understanding of Radiological Protection requirements

Good written English skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Job description

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AtkinsRéalis Nuclear has been operating for over 40 years with operations based in the UK, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and North America, and are fully engaged in the development of the next generation of nuclear power. AtkinsRéalis is also currently embarking on an exciting journey to become the global leader in Decommissioning and Waste Management services.

We are looking for creative individuals who want to shape the AtkinsRéalis Decommissioning, Waste Management, and Radiological Protection service offerings on a global scale. If you would like to be part of this journey and join the AtkinsRéalis family, we would love to hear from you.

Successful candidates will be based out of our Rutherford House (Whitehaven) office, delivering high hazard decommissioning as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Responsibilities will focus on those detailed below, with an expectation to support other team members outside this discipline as needed. There may also be opportunities for national and international travel for suitable candidates.

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Requirements:

• Practical Radiological Waste Management experience in the nuclear industry.
• Understanding of waste routing and acceptance criteria / conditions for acceptance for routes such as VLLW, Combustible, Metallic Waste Treatment, LLW, ILW, and PCM.
• Knowledge of waste packages and transport options available in the industry.
• Familiarity with UK strategies and legislation for waste management.
• Application of the waste hierarchy and BAT principles.
• Understanding of Radiological Protection requirements.
• Ability to work in the field and interact effectively with delivery teams.
• Good written English skills and ability to produce clear technical reports.
• Innovative, open-minded, and adaptable to ideas.
• Willingness to travel to client sites and flexible approach.
• Motivated, proactive, and effective communicator.
• Strong interpersonal skills for building relationships internally and externally.

Responsibilities:

• Support senior staff in Radiological Waste Management tasks such as producing waste management documentation, continuous improvement of waste strategies, assessing analytical results, deriving radionuclide fingerprints, waste sentencing, and BAT assessments.
• Contribute to developing monitoring procedures for characterization and waste sentencing.
• Assist in developing bids and proposals by identifying strategies.
• Support team members, sharing knowledge and experience.
• Use expertise to influence and improve project delivery.
• Help deliver projects successfully, meeting targets within budget and schedule.
• Maintain customer focus, liaising with clients and communicating effectively.
• Collaborate with projects and clients to solve complex problems.
• Coordinate with Project Managers to ensure project delivery.
• Understand and communicate company processes and standards.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

The UK is the first major economy to legislate for a Net Zero target by 2050. Our nuclear and clean energy teams are working to ensure a mix of sustainable energies to meet current and future demands. We support projects in nuclear power, renewables, decarbonization, new builds, and energy efficiency, creating safe and resilient systems.

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Meeting your needs:

We offer a comprehensive "Total Reward" package tailored to your lifestyle, career, and personal needs, including flexible holidays, health & wellbeing benefits, and career development support. If you have a disability, inform us before your interview to discuss necessary adjustments.

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More about us:

AtkinsRéalis is a global leader with over 100 years of engineering expertise, committed to delivering projects with a positive, sustainable impact.

Additional Information:

This role may require security clearance, which depends on obtaining the relevant level. The vetting process is managed by UKSV and may require proof of UK residency for 5+ years. Please do not mention current or past security clearances in your application.

We promote diversity and inclusion through family-friendly policies, flexible work arrangements, and employee networks. Applications from all backgrounds are welcome.

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Worker Type: Employee

Job Type: Regular