Waste Engineer

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

I am looking for an individual who has a strong technical background, academically qualified, has a proven track delivery record in their field and possess analytical skills. You must also have a collaborative attitude to ensure that our department objectives and Site targets are met.

You will be able to demonstrate through your application; that you have experience in understanding interpreting and application of analytical data.

Recognising that you may not necessarily have a nuclear background, your skill and experiences in your application should demonstrate you have transferrable skills/experience which will enable you to gain the knowledge in the nuclear industry used in the sentencing of waste from nuclear decommissioning.

As you progress in this role, you will work towards understanding waste acceptance criteria (WAC), ensuring compliance with it from our operations, and work towards gaining authorisations in Dangerous Goods Transport and Radiological Fingerprint Practitioner.

Key Deliverables:

Development, management and maintenance of MS databases and spreadsheets used for technical waste management purposes

Assess controlled (non-radioactive) and radioactive waste items for disposal ensuring compliance with WACs

Undertake reviews of fingerprints and develop new fingerprints as required

Provide technical advice to internal and external stakeholders

Consignment of controlled and radioactive waste from Sites

Qualifications and Experience:

Proficient in MS Excel (Essential)

Minimum HNC/HND or equivalent technical qualification (NQF Level 4/5) in a scientific, environmental, or engineering discipline (Essential)

Demonstrate the ability to develop solutions to technical challenges (Essential)

People skills to enable collaboration with internal and external stakeholders (Essential)

Knowledge of the environmental issues and challenges around decommissioning (Essential)

Knowledge of Legislation, Policies and Stakeholders relating to our work in decommissioning/ radioactive and controlled waste management (Essential)

Relevant transferrable skills and/or experience in nuclear industry/waste industry/others ideally in areas of waste management (Desirable)

Experience of transporting dangerous goods (Desirable)

This role will be covering the Sizewell A Site in Suffolk and our Bradwell Site in Essex.

We also welcome applications for those looking to develop and therefore may not meet all the essential criteria for the role. In these circumstances there may be a lower grade offered for a development opportunity. The successful candidate would be considered on a case by case basis and supported with a PDP (Personal Development Plan) to enable a clear path for progression into the role.

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.