Nuclear Waste Coordinator - Berkeley, United Kingdom - Nuclear Restoration Services

Nuclear Restoration Services

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Berkeley, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (NRS) is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA).

NRS is responsible for decommissioning first generation nuclear power stations Berkeley, Bradwell, Chapelcross, Dungeness A, Hinkley Point A, Hunterston A, Oldbury, Sizewell A, Trawsfynydd and Wylfa, and research sites Harwell and Winfrith.

NRS is also responsible for electricity generation at hydroelectric plant Maentwrog.

As a division of NRS, NRS Dounreay is responsible for the clean-up and demolition of the former centre of fast reactor research and development.

NRS is an exciting place to be, and this role is the perfect opportunity for you to be part of our challenging mission - to safely and successfully manage the UK's civil nuclear legacy on behalf of the nation.

To deliver our commitment, we need people like you who want to perform at an industry leading standard and be part of a team that continues to develop, innovate and even exceed our greatest achievements.

At NRS, we understand, and acknowledge the value of an inclusive working environment, and celebrate the diversity this brings to our workplace.

Without this approach, we wouldn't be in the position that we are now, being able to safeguard and secure the future of our organisation.

About the role

Hear from the Hiring Manager
- "The Waste Operations team at Berkeley Site is responsible for the retrieval, packaging and conditioning of intermediate level nuclear waste (ILW), initially for storage on site. In the future this waste will be moved to the Geological Disposal Facility (GDF)._

In the UK about 6% of all radioactive wastes (by volume) are in the ILW category. The major components of ILW are nuclear reactor components, graphite from reactor cores and sludges from the treatment of radioactive liquid effluents._
Furthermore, you'll have the opportunity to play a key part on a project to digitise the waste records, procedures and quality plans. You'll work with the IT contractor, and assist with the design, build, testing and then roll out the new process on plant. You'll also support the Technicians and Team Leaders on plant and will gain an in depth understanding of nuclear waste processing. This is a pilot process on site that has Exec support within the business._
The role would suit someone with a background or keen interest in science and / or engineering who would like to develop themselves into a rewarding role that directly affects delivery. Equally, if you have experience of working in a Health Physics or Records Management environment with a knack for technical writing/authoring and would like to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you."_

Please note the contractual working hours are Monday - Thursday, Perfect for someone looking for a four-day working week.

Key Deliverables

Support the Waste Engineer to ensure the delivery of the retrievals and sampling strategy for the active waste vaults.
Coordinate waste management field operations to approved waste management procedures and standards.
Provide waste management advice to the Operations Teams.
Support the Waste Engineer in retrievals from the Shielded Area.
Play a key part in the project to digitise waste records, procedures and quality plans (supporting and collaborating with Team Leaders, Technicians and Quality Assurance).
Assist with the production and management of the retrieval KPIs, measuring performance against baseline.
Point of contact for LEAN Engineering.
Contribute to the effective development and delivery of training within own area of specialism.
Support the continuous improvement of Health, Safety, Environment and Quality.
The post holder may be required to fulfil a role in the Site Emergency Scheme.

Qualifications and Experience

Appropriate technical qualifications eg: City & Guilds, BTEC, NVQ Level 3 (NQF Level 3) or equivalent operational experience (essential).
Experience in an Operations/Health Physics/Waste environment (essential).
Working knowledge of relevant industrial, radiological and safety standards and procedures (essential).
Understanding of waste management processes and relevant environmental legislation (desirable). #INDOR

Benefits Package

Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (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.
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 24hour telephone support & personal assistance service and access to an online wellbeing App.
Up to 13.5% employer pension contribution depending on individual contribution amount.
Access to training and deve