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Whitehaven, Cumbria, England, United Kingdom

Overview

AtkinsRéalis are also currently embarked on an exciting journey to become the global leader in providing Decommissioning & Waste Management services.

We are looking for creative individuals who want to shape these teams on a global scale.

Successful candidates will be based out of our Rutherford House (Whitehaven) office, but on the client site, delivering high hazard decommissioning working as part of a multi-discipline team. There is an expectation to support other team members outside this specific discipline where the need arises.

Your role

You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team of over 150 waste, radiation protection, delivery and environmental professionals providing support to Construction projects across the UK.

  • Facilitate stakeholder meetings with key personnel including the client.
  • Complete hazard screening sheets from information provided by key personnel.
  • Have the ability to produce adequate Risk Assessments for construction tasks/projects.
  • Provide advice and guidance on the production of Risk Assessments and Method Statements.
  • Ability to co-ordinate multiple resources.
  • Provide project updates and forecast internally/externally.
  • Act promptly on non-compliance issues/participate in investigations where required.
  • Represent project at Stakeholder meetings.
  • Coach and mentor junior members of the team, including graduates and apprentices.
  • Support other team members, sharing knowledge and experience.
  • Responsible for the safe delivery of specified site-based work packages.
  • Ability to reach SQEP status.
Nuclear Engineering

Location

Whitehaven, Cumbria, England, United Kingdom

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-147218

Salary range

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Shamily Gopal

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About you

  • Nuclear Construction Decommissioning/Waste Management Experience.
  • Highly motivated, proactive, and flexible in approach, must be willing to travel to work on client sites as required.
  • IOSH Working Safely. CSCS NVQ level 3 as a minimum. NEBOSH General/Construction desirable
  • Interpersonal skills, able to build and develop relationships internally and externally.
  • Maintain excellent relationships with our customers and suppliers.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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