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Senior Accelerator Operator
1 month ago
Harwell Science and Innovation Campus, Oxfordshire
Full time - Rotating shift pattern
Reference: 11417
About Us
Diamond Light Source is the UK's national synchrotron science facility. By accelerating electrons to near light-speed, Diamond generates brilliant beams of light from infra-red to X-rays which are used for academic and industry research and development across a range of scientific disciplines including structural biology, physics, chemistry, materials science, engineering, earth and environmental sciences.
About the Role
We now have an opportunity for a Senior Accelerator Operator (internally titled 'Senior Operations Technician') to join the existing Accelerator Operations Group, who are responsible for providing round the clock operation of the accelerators that are at the heart of Diamond.
The team follow a 24/7 rotating shift pattern which includes a generous number of cover days.
The primary task of the role is the operation of the accelerators. This predominantly involves responding to abnormal conditions of the machine while it runs, identifying the cause of any interruptions and recovering from them with efficient return of beam to the users. Support with on call systems specialists is available where required.
The Senior Accelerator Operator will work alongside an Experimental Hall Coordinator on shift - the roles are distinct but will overlap on emergency control duties, which include first aid and response to building alarms.
Operations Team members may also be involved in machine installation, testing and maintenance activities and preparation of documentation and development of operational procedures.
Responsibilities also include, as part of the Group, after a period of training:
- Contribute to improvements in procedures and documentation, and the collection and recording of data about any incidents into fault reports with the aim at improving reliability.
- Perform the role of a Radiation Protection Supervisor for the accelerators and become a classified radiation worker.
- Operating "Permit To Work" (PTW) procedures for the accelerators as appropriate in run and shutdown periods.
- Act as an Emergency Controller in line with company policies, which includes being a trained first aider.
- Providing technical support to other Technical Division technical groups as appropriate.
Some elements of the job role might require training, which will be provided.
A shift enhancement is payable once training has been completed. Please note, the salary range stated above includes a regular shift worker enhancement. Training will take 4 - 6 months to complete, during which time a base salary in the range of £38,756 to £42,588 per annum will apply.
About You
Candidates should be qualified to HNC/ HND level or equivalent in an appropriate subject such as mechanical/electrical or Science.
The successful candidate will also demonstrate:
- Significant experience within a Technical / Science environment.
- Ability to learn and understand complicated control systems.
- An ability to carry out general electronic and engineering workshop tasks and use general workshop equipment and tools.
- An understanding of engineering drawings.
- Good communication and general IT skills with the ability to interact with people at all levels.
- Self-motivation, with the ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team.
- A desire to learn and develop new skills.
- Ability to work under pressure while also understanding your own limits and knowing when to request help.
- Candidates must be able to work within the required shift patterns, reliably get to Harwell Campus for shift times and help cover unexpected absences.
Benefits
Diamond offers an excellent benefits package including 26 days annual leave plus Christmas closure, and 2 annual volunteering days. We also offer an excellent defined benefit pension scheme. Staff also have access to a range of amenities on site including a nursery, cafes, a restaurant and sports and leisure facilities. A relocation allowance may also be available where applicable.
To Apply
Please use the online application process to apply and tell us why you believe you are suitable for this role.
The closing date for applications is 1st September.
£51,545 to £56,642 per annum (includes 33% shift enhancement applicable once trained)
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