QA & Records Manager

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 and research sites. NRS is also responsible for electricity generation at a hydroelectric plant. This role is an opportunity to be part of our mission to safely manage the UK's civil nuclear legacy.

About the role:

My team is made up of experienced professionals engaged in the delivery of waste processing objectives and the management of radioactive and non-active waste streams. Managing the Quality Assurance of radioactive waste records is a key part of the support required to operations. It includes activities to ensure that waste is processed in compliance with Safety Case requirements and that a compliant waste package record is created and acceptable to Nuclear Waste Services and other partners for future off-site transfer.

Key Deliverables:

• Provide effective leadership of Quality Assured waste records and associated management and operations support activities.
• Use Access and Paradox databases holding radioactive waste inventory data and safety case information.
• Perform the duties of a Nuclear Material Custodian, including inventory taking and ensuring the Magnox accountancy system for Nuclear Material is accurate and updated.
• Be responsible for the quality and management of waste records in both paper and electronic formats.
• Manage team workload, performance, staff development, event reporting, learning, communications, and team competency assessments.
• Ensure key documentation including working instructions, specifications, and technical reference documents are available and accurate.
• Support the interface between the B462 facility and the Harwell site Waste Team.
• Champion compliance with all SSHEQ policies, procedures, work instructions, and risk assessments.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience of nuclear waste management covering a broad range of alpha, beta, and gamma emitting wastes.
• A Degree or equivalent in a relevant scientific, environmental or Engineering subject.
• Knowledge of practices, policies, legislation and stakeholders relating to radioactive and non-radioactive waste management.
• Experience in developing waste inventories and associated electronic and hard copy records management.
• Strong IT skills, knowledge of relational databases an advantage.
• Knowledge of operational and safety controls applicable within a Nuclear facility.

Benefits Package:

• Flexible working where possible.
• The equivalent of 25 days annual leave plus Public Holidays, increasing with service.
• Flexible benefits scheme including cycle to work and reduced gym membership fees.
• Participation in our Company Bonus Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme including 24-hour telephone support.
• Up to 13.5% employer pension contribution.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Access to training and development through company performance management arrangements.

Additional Information:

This role 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. 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 and included.