NES Fircroft are currently recruiting a Decontamination Operative for a major and global Oil & Gas Operator. The role is based at their facility in Piddlehinton, Dorset, supporting Western Europe's largest onshore oil field, Wytch Farm.
No prior experience required! Full training and support to start a new role in the Oil & Gas industry! Overview The primary focus of this position is to safely and effectively decontaminate plant and equipment using established decontamination techniques such as Ultra-High Pressure (UHP) Water Jetting, Scabbling, and Shot-Blasting to decontaminate the internal and/or the external contaminated surfaces. This position will also be responsible for undertaking NORM monitoring compliance control on Wytch Farm sites, to monitor for NORM after decontamination to meet regulatory requirements to allow the item to be reused or recycled. This is an initial 12-month contract position, with potential for ongoing long-term work, working Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours a week with a requirement for flexibility on working patterns as operationally required. The position is based at the decontamination facility in P'ddlehinton, although you will need mobility to work at all Wytch Farm sites locally when needed.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Working with NORM contaminated equipment.
Decontamination of NORM contaminated equipment.
Equipment dismantling and size reducing to allow safe decontamination.
Pre-use checks of decontamination equipment
Waste processing and packing in accordance with disposal site acceptance criteria.
Plant and equipment operations to safely permit decontamination activities.
Monitoring of equipment for release from facility
Monitoring and controlling work sites when working with NORM
Enclosed space working.
The working conditions will require the post holder to wear appropriate PPE/RPE.
Qualifications/Skills: Qualifications or previous experience is not essential, full training will be provided, but if you have any of the skills/experience below, this would be an advantage.
NORM Awareness training.
Competent in the use of Ultra High Pressure (UHP) water jet equipment and how to safely use it in accordance with the Water Jetting Association code of practice.
Physical ability to use UHP water jet equipment safely and responsibly.
Competent in the use of lifting equipment and accessories, including slinging and fleeting.
Awareness of manual handling and how to safely lift/move objects.
Competent in the use of Health Physics monitoring equipment.
General Safety Awareness and appreciation.
A flexible attitude to work and willing to learn, there will be various training on duties such as the use of UHP equipment, lifting equipment, and relevant PPE/RPE.
Good communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
Ability to understand work and safety instructions and appreciate the requirement to work safely
Decontamination Operative in Bristol employer: NES Fircroft Engineering Services Limited
At NES Fircroft, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers our employees to thrive. As part of the Northern Endurance Partnership, you will not only contribute to a groundbreaking Carbon Capture project but also benefit from extensive professional development opportunities and a supportive environment in Teesside, a region known for its commitment to sustainability and growth.
Contact Details:
NES Fircroft Engineering Services Limited Recruitment Team
