The purpose of the post is to decommission the Dounreay site safely. The job holder will provide support to processes that are relied on for the safe decommissioning of the Dounreay site.

Main Responsibilities (dependent on specific area):

Operate within safety management systems, i.e. permit to work, standard operating procedures/local instructions and safe systems of work
Prepare the work area for planned activities
Assemble and dismantle nuclear decommissioning/operational equipment
Operate in radiation/contamination controlled work areas
Use hand and power tools appropriate to the decommissioning task
Decontaminate radioactive plant and materials
Minimise and package radioactive materials
Operate, monitor and adjust appropriate nuclear decommissioning equipment
Remove and transfer hazardous materials etc. to designated storage locations
Operate ancillary equipment such as cranes, mobile elevated work platforms, and fork lift trucks
Computer input
Carry out routine and non-routine operational activities including support to plant improvements and repairs as appropriate
Collect and package waste
Undertake general housekeeping and cleanliness
Perform the responsibilities of management appointments relevant to the post
Aptitudes and experience:

Good general safety awareness
Valid UK drivers licence required for some roles
General awareness of control of operations, professionalism, and safe systems of work
Basic IT skills
Ability to pay attention to detail and follow precise instructions
For some areas, previous experience in the following areas is desirable:
Use of manipulators
Remote working/handling
Lifting experience/qualification
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
For some areas, ability to carry out operations whilst wearing Full Face Respirator*
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*Respirators are used on site to protect the operator against inhalation of radiological contamination. Respirator work involves wearing a tight fitting full face rubber mask, breathing in filtered air and the mask restricting peripheral vision. During arduous activities, spells of around 40 minutes can be expected. Non arduous work can see slightly longer spells wearing a respirator.

Full training will be provided, however experience in the following aspects would be an advantage:

Size reduction and radioactive materials
Glovebox/cell operations
Routine and non-routine operational activities to support plant improvements and repairs
Crane and/or lifting appointments experience
Flasking and/or bagging experience
Use of manipulators
Remote working/handling
Previous work in radiologically contaminated areas
Mechanical background/interest