External Hazards Senior Consultant

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

"Could you be our next External Hazards specialist?

At our heart, NRS are undertaking one of the largest environmental remediation programmes in history.

Engineering delivery is at the core of our future strategy, so it’s crucial that we get it right, this position will be supporting the Central Engineering Team to ensure we deliver against our mission to safely, securely and cost-effectively clean up some of the UK’s oldest nuclear sites.

You'll work on world-first challenges with a team of like-minded experts, stretching your technical capabilities and providing you with unique nuclear industry exposure in the exciting and expanding nuclear decommissioning sector.”

Working in a hybrid arrangement, this role can be based at any of our sites and will require flexibility to travel to our other sites on a regular basis. It is expected that you will work on a NRS Site at least two days per week.

Role Purpose

• To provide technical knowledge and specialist support in the area of Engineering, supporting External Hazards
• The individual does not have to be an expert against all External Hazard areas; however you will be expected to support the Principal Consultant and develop against the areas
• The individual will support Engineering delivery within the central Engineering Team and must be versatile in their approach of the type of work they will be expected to undertake
• Provide technical expert capability to the benefit of the business as a whole
• Maintain and develop a comprehensive understanding across broad technical areas
• Represent the business as a technical expert
• Undertake Intelligent Customer and Design Authority roles in specialist areas
• To undertake proactive advice, guidance and assurance responsibilities across the Company
• Support delivery within their range of skills, knowledge, experience and competence
• Contribute to the development of engineers’ technical skills and competence as a recognised authority

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree (or equivalent) within a Civil, Structural or Geotechnical Engineering discipline (essential)
• Chartered membership of relevant a professional institute (essential)
• Demonstrable experience within the nuclear industry and understanding of nuclear specific hazards (essential)
• Experience of delivery within a changing, complex and challenging environment, with a strong, collaborative communication style and ability to engage with and coach others

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 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 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.