Are you an organised and proactive planner with a passion for coordinating complex activities and ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently, and on schedule? An exciting opportunity has arisen within Fuel Cycle Area (FCA) Infrastructure Programme, Maintenance and Engineering support for a Maintenance Scheduler/Planner to play a key role in supporting compliance with the Works Control Manual (MAN2003) and Licence Condition 28 (LC28) at Dounreay.
Working closely with maintenance, facility, and project teams, you will be at the heart of maintaining safe and effective operations. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a fast paced environment where your planning expertise, attention to detail, and ability to collaborate with a range of stakeholders will directly contribute to site performance and operational excellence.
What you’ll be doing:
- Coordinating and scheduling maintenance activities, preparing and reviewing work packs, and ensuring resources are effectively planned through Mainsaver
- Working with facility, maintenance, and project teams to develop robust work schedules that optimise resource utilisation and support operational priorities
- Producing and maintaining maintenance documentation, including instructions, risk assessments, method statements, work order lists, and associated reports
- Monitoring maintenance performance, identifying emerging issues, and supporting continuous improvement through effective planning and reporting
What you’ll bring:
We are seeking a motivated and team-oriented individual with a strong background in planning, maintenance, engineering, or industrial operations. You will be comfortable managing multiple priorities, communicating with a variety of stakeholders, and ensuring high standards of safety, compliance, and quality in everything you do.
- HNC in Science, Engineering, Business, or an equivalent qualification, supported by relevant practical experience.
- Experience gained within an industrial, maintenance, engineering, or operational environment
- Knowledge of maintenance planning processes and an understanding of the Dounreay maintenance system would be advantageous
- Strong organisational, communication, and teamwork skills, with a self-motivated approach and a commitment to delivering results
- Post specific capability analysis assessment
We are looking to hold interviews week commencing Monday 07 December 2026, however, please note that this vacancy may close earlier than the stated deadline should we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
If you require assistance at any point during the recruitment process contact careers@dounreay.nrservices.uk at the appropriate time so we can make any necessary, reasonable adjustment.
Maintenance Scheduler/Planner employer: Nda Group
NRS Dounreay is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment where you can make a meaningful impact on environmental compliance and improvement. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have access to continuous training opportunities and the chance to work alongside industry experts in a highly regulated setting. Our collaborative culture fosters innovation and teamwork, making it an ideal place for those passionate about sustainability and environmental leadership.
