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.
If you're part of the NDA Group, please refer to the Mobility Principles for guidance on how a move into NRS can be facilitated - visit What is Mobility at the NDA group?
About The Role
Hear from the Hiring Manager
"The Harwell teams are made up of experienced radiological protection professionals that have good knowledge of nuclear projects. Therefore, I would like to welcome an individual that can bring their radiological protection experience to assist and support the Radiological Protection Advisers through supervision and management of the radiological monitoring teams to cultivate a high standard of radiological protection on the Harwell site."
Key Deliverables
* Provide central focus and supervise the work of a team of radiological monitoring persons.
* Undertake inspections and checks on work undertaken in accordance with safety documentation and associated paperwork that adequate safety control is maintained by team members.
* Review standard of surveys and production of reports providing guidance on quality where required.
* Assist with radiological protection inspections, audits and investigations to ensure effective implementation of the radiological protection programme and maintaining regulatory compliance with IRR 2017 and supporting company standard S-139 (or ability to provide examples of good radiological protection practices).
* Assist with development of radiological protection operating procedures, instructions, standards and risk assessments including delivery of radiological based training/inductions.
* Provide operational direction and advice to Radiation Protection Supervisors, Task Supervisors on practical radiological protection matters and liaising with Radiation Protection Advisers and, if required, Safety Engineers.
* Liaise with other departments to assist with workload planning and scheduling to ensure resources are put to use effectively and efficiently.
* Support the site emergency arrangements team providing silent hours on call response and emergency exercises
* Mentoring/development of Chargehands covering a 24hr shift building.
* To deliver and manage training programs to staff and SQEP to RMP's through LMS, ViP and S-466
* Appointment as ASQEP for clearance of radiologically clean / Out of Scope items.
Qualifications And Experience
* National Qualification to at least NVQ level 3 in relevant subject. (desirable)
* Practical radiological protection experience.
* Some level of supervisory experience is desirable.
* Good underpinning knowledge of Ionising Radiation Regulations and Company Standard S-139 or good radiological protection practices.
* Good awareness of the Environmental Permitting Regulations.
* Strong understanding of radiological protection instrumentation and dosimetry arrangements.
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 (59.2 hours per year). This increases by 2 days (14.8 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 (7.4) hours. 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.
* Up to 13.5% 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).
Additional Information
Please be aware this role holder requires security clearance, or the ability to obtain said clearance.
There is a requirement to live within a commutable distance to the sites where the role is based. For central/multi-site roles, we have various hubs across the UK and can be flexible with base location.
We value the unique differences that each of our colleagues bring to work every day and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, included and able to perform at their best.
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.