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 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.
About the role
Hear from the Hiring Manager
“Berkeley Site, situated just north of Bristol city, covers 27 hectares of special scientific interest on the bank of the River Severn. The Site finished generating electricity in 1989 and is currently in the decommissioning phase.
Priorities at Site now include removing all legacy wastes, emptying the active waste vaults and demolition and deconstruction of the majority of the buildings and facilities to ultimately return the site back to green field status and re-use.
The System Engineering team is made up of highly skilled professionals across a range of engineering disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, E, C&I) with the responsibility of maintaining the sites plant systems.
You’ll deliver comprehensive engineering services to customers and stakeholders, maintaining long term safety, performance, reliability, material condition and compliance in this highly regulated sector.
This role offers a mix of hands-on fault investigation, first line fixing and managing the long-term plant health of site assets.”
Please note this role is based onsite at Berkeley Site. The contractual hours are Monday to Thursday, 07.25 - 17.00, perfect for someone looking for a four day week.
Key Deliverables
* Provide the focal point and ownership for a portfolio of assigned systems and/or assets.
* Maintain an engineering strategy for the assigned systems and/or assets to deliver long term health.
* Make recommendations for system and/or asset investments.
* Carry out and record routine system walk downs.
* Record, trend and analyse system performance monitoring data as appropriate and take the necessary corrective actions.
* Maintain a system file.
* Specify the necessary periodic maintenance routines and spares holdings to meet regulatory, compliance and performance requirements and ensure satisfactory completion.
* Maintain a good overall knowledge of the safety case as it applies to the assigned systems and know the functional requirements, key limits, and conditions for safe operation.
* Produce and/or approve relevant documentation for assigned systems such as Technical Specifications, Work Instructions, Method Statements, Plant Item Operating Instructions, Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments.
* Produce and Manage modification proposals and act as the Nominated Responsible Engineer (NRE) for plant modifications.
* Act as a consultant for projects undertaken on assigned system providing proactive technical support and ensuring smooth handovers to and from projects.
* Deputise for Section Head when required.
* Support delivery within his or her range of skills, knowledge, experience, and competence.
* Comply with the site’s Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality policies, procedures, work instructions and risk assessments.
* Work flexibly within the team and support and mentor other System Engineers.
* Carry out timely investigation of events and review on-site and off-site events via the Operational Experience Feedback process.
* Undertake delegated responsibility for the Design Authority and site intelligent customer when required.
* Undertake emergency scheme duties when required.
Qualifications & Experience
Essential:
* Minimum HNC in engineering or equivalent level (NQF level 4) engineering qualification, engineering degree (NQF level 6 preferred).
* Experience in a practising disciplined C&I Engineering role on industrial plant.
* Nuclear and/or conventional plant operation, engineering or maintenance experience.
* Understanding of relevant Company and/or national engineering standards.
Desirable:
* Membership of a relevant Engineering Institute (Incorporated Status).
* Chartered Status.
* Working knowledge of the safety rules and of risk assessment methodology.
* Working knowledge of relevant site licence and quality management system requirements.
* Contract management experience.
Benefits Package
* Flexible working – where possible.
* The equivalent of 25 days (185 hours per year) annual leave plus Public Holidays (59.2 hours per year).
* 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.
* 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.
* We have various different employee networks supporting our inclusion, diversity and wellbeing mission at 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.
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 NRS, we are committed to creating a workplace that is diverse and inclusive, we therefore particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups.
We are happy to talk flexible working where possible.
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