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 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. At NRS, we understand, and acknowledge the value of an inclusive working environment, and celebrate the diversity this brings to our workplace. The Harwell site, situated just south of Oxford, and the Winfrith site in Dorset are the former research sites supporting nuclear power generation. Both sites are now in the decommissioning phase, with the priority being to remove the legacy waste, demolition and deconstruction of the majority of the buildings and facilities, to ultimately return the sites back to green field status and re-use.
Could you be our next Safety Case Engineer? You'll deliver nuclear safety cases and associated documentation supporting the fast-moving nuclear decommissioning projects across the Harwell and Winfrith sites, as well as general site safety case requirements (e.g. Periodic Safety Review).
Every project at NRS has unique and interesting challenges requiring sound judgement, teamwork and project delivery excellence. Many of our projects are world first decommissioning challenges and attract interest from the wider decommissioning community. Some examples include – the retrieval and processing for long term disposal of historic research waste at Harwell and the decommissioning of the world’s first high temperature helium cooled reactor using laser cutting and remote operations at Winfrith.
Implement strategies for individual Safety Cases acting as Safety Case Project Manager, Author or Verifier where nominated.
Write and/or verify Safety Cases in accordance with Company Standards.
Assist in maintaining the various safety cases, across the Harwell and Winfrith sites and support the modifications process.
Prepare and amend operating instructions and procedures to implement the limits and conditions arising from Safety Cases.
A degree or equivalent NQF level 6 qualification in a suitable technical subject, e.g. mechanical engineering / physics.
Knowledge of modern standards of safety case production and processes within the nuclear industry.
Knowledge of safety case processes and applications relevant to a nuclear decommissioning site (e.g. fault schedule production, ALARP justification, etc.)
Experience of safety case project and/or resource management.
Understanding of engineering safety and the derivation of Safety Functional Requirements.
Membership of an appropriate scientific or engineering institution.
Knowledge of hazard identification and analysis techniques.
In these circumstances, there may be a lower grade offered for a development opportunity. 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.
The equivalent of 25 days (185 hours per year) annual leave plus Public Holidays (59.8 hours per year) annual leave after two full calendar years of service (as at 5th January in the leave year), and an additional 3 days (22.2 hours per year) annual leave after five full calendar years of service (as at 5th January in the leave year). You also have the option to buy or sell the equivalent of 5 days (37 hours) annual leave each year (available in specific windows for the following holiday year). For the purpose of assessing an employee’s annual leave entitlement, a day means seven and two fifths (7.A pro rata entitlement will apply for part time workers.
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 24-hour telephone support & personal assistance service and access to an online wellbeing App.
5% employer pension contribution depending on individual contribution amount.
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (dependent on service).
Access to training and development through the company performance management arrangements, supporting you in maintaining your personal Continuous Professional Development.
We have various different employee networks supporting our inclusion, diversity and wellbeing mission at Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (NRS).
Please be aware this role holder requires security clearance, or the ability to obtain said clearance.
For central/multi-site roles, we have various hubs across the UK and can be flexible with base location.
At Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (NRS), we are committed to creating a workplace that is diverse and inclusive, we therefore particularly welcome applications from Women, Black, Asian and Ethnic Minorities, LGBT+ and candidates with a disability as they are all underrepresented in our workforce.
We are happy to talk flexible working where possible.