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. Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements.
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. Hinkley Point A site is progressing with our mission of safely decommissioning the site to make it available for alternative land use, as such we are recruiting three Production Technicians to support this important work.
The role includes the operation of plant to retrieve, process and package our legacy solid and wet wastes, complete deplanting works to remove redundant plant and operate our site transport vehicles.
Please note this role is based at Hinkley Point A and the contractual working hours are Monday - Thursday, 07.Starting salary £32,878 - salary upon completion of training £36,790 (anticipated timeframe of 36 months).
Monday to Thursday 07.Free onsite parking.
You’ll be provided with a comprehensive, structured training programme.
Assist with the installation, commissioning and operation of our radioactive waste processing equipment across the site for the retrieval, processing and packaging of our solid and wet waste.
Deplant redundant plant and systems associated with numerous redundant plant areas.
Support colleague’s learning and development through knowledge sharing, task instruction and familiarisation training.
Experience of working in an industrial environment (essential).
City and Guilds, BTEC, NVQ (NQF Level 2) or relevant experience (essential).
Experienced in the competent use of industrial hand tools, operation of equipment (cranes, FLTs, MEWPs etc.), operation of industrial plant, plant and maintenance (desirable). #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.