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.
About the role
Hear from the Hiring Manager
"Hinkley Point A is a 19.4-hectare site which is currently undergoing decommissioning. The site is located between a recently defueled nuclear site (Hinkley Point B) to the east and a new build nuclear site (Hinkley Point C) to the west. It is situated adjacent to the foreshore of Bridgwater Bay, a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) which is also designated a National Nature Reserve (NNR). The wider Severn Estuary is designated a Special Protection Area (SPA), a wetland of international importance under the Ramsar Convention and is a Special Area of Conservation (SAC).
Upcoming projects for Hinkley Point A: -
Build and commission various waste plant to retrieve, encapsulate, condition, and store the site's intermediate level radioactive waste (ILW).
Continue retrieval of solid ILW.
Operate waste facilities to retrieve, process, condition and passivate ILW until a Geological Disposal Facility is made available.
Continue low level waste (LLW) shipments to support site operations, including the processing of legacy wastes.
Ongoing Asset Management, Maintenance and Compliance activities.
Upon transfer of the AGR fleet, join with Hinkley Point B to support decommissioning of the two AGR reactors.
Plan for the deplant of the reactors in future years.
As a Mechanical Engineer, you'll be responsible for the technical delivery of the project, working collaboratively with contractors and project field delivery teams to undertake the detailed design, manufacturing, installation and commissioning work through to completion. You'll also be required to interface with other projects within the Waste Projects Programme and the wider site functions delivery team.
Ideally, you'll have experience of delivering in a highly regulated sector as the nuclear industry has specific regulations, however, there will be training and support for applicants to assist in understanding these requirements. At its core, decommissioning is about delivering good technical solutions to complex multi-dimensional projects through sound engineering judgement and proactive teamworking.
As a Mechanical Engineer within waste projects, you will have a flexible and adaptable attitude to the various aspects of project delivery. There will be a requirement for you to spend an amount of time at the 'work face' assessing and supervising works, which may require work in C3 conditions with airborne contaminants. This would necessitate the use of a range of protective equipment, including full-face, powered respirators.
Flexible working can be accommodated where appropriate, depending on project delivery demands."
Please note the contractual working hours are Monday - Thursday, 07.25 - 17.00. Perfect for someone looking for a four-day working week.
Key Deliverables
Identify project functional requirements and stakeholder needs for assigned project.
Develop concept design and fit for purpose engineering solutions
Produce, review or approve project technical specifications.
Manage detailed design activities in accordance with design authority standards, and CDM regulations.
Prepare modification proposals as required and act as a Nominated Responsible Engineer (NRE) for plant modifications.
Specify and provide technical supervision of commissioning and/or decommissioning.
Manage the end of project hand over process to systems/operations ensuring that all drawings, instructions and training have been supplied as required.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of the CDM Regulation requirements on designers which impact on safety, temporary works the environment and future safe decommissioning engineering solutions.
Maintain site configuration control of appropriate documentation & drawings throughout project lifecycle, including production of relevant documentation required to deliver the project through its lifecycle.
Comply with all Environment, Health, Safety, Security and Quality policies, procedures, work instructions and risk assessments and support the continuous improvement of Health, Safety, Environment and Quality on Site.
Review of on-site and off-site events and root cause analysis to promote continued learning and improved working practices.
Qualifications & Experience
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.
HNC, Engineering Degree or National Qualifications Framework (NQF) level5/6 (essential).
Experience in a practising Mechanical Engineering or Process Engineering role on industrial plant (essential).
Nuclear and/or conventional project engineering experience (essential).
Understanding of relevant Company and/or national engineering standards (essential).
Working knowledge of the Safety Rules and working knowledge of risk assessment methodology (desirable).
Understanding of relevant Site Licence and Quality Management System requirements (desirable).
Working knowledge of CDM Designer role (desirable).
Please note this role is known as Project Engineer within NRS.
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.
