Waste Operation Lead Operator

1 day ago


Abingdon, United Kingdom UK Atomic Energy Authority Full time

**Company Description**
By 2050, the planet could be using twice as much electricity compared to today. Are you interested in contributing and helping to shape the future of the world’s energy? If so, read on.

Fusion, the process that powers the Sun and Stars, is one of the most promising options for generating the cleaner, carbon-free energy that our world badly needs.

UKAEA leads the way in realizing fusion energy, partnering with industry and research for ground-breaking advancements. Our goal is to bring fusion electricity to the grid, supported by tomorrow's power stations. In pursuit of our mission, UKAEA embraces core values: Innovative, Committed, Trusted, and Collaborative.

As an employee of UKAEA you will benefit from:

- Outstanding **defined benefit pension scheme, **details of which can be found at the end of this advert.**:

- Corporate **bonus scheme up to **_7_**% **and a **Relocation** allowance (if eligible).
- ** Flexible working options** including family friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of your employment.
- ** Employee Assistance Programme** and trained Mental Health First Aiders,
- ** Generous annual leave** allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays
- Wide range of **career development opportunities**:

- A vibrant **culture** committed to equality and being fully **inclusive**

The salary for this role is £26,156_, and _**_onsite working _**_is expected for _**_4/5 days a week._**

This role can be based at can any of the following sites;** Culham, Oxfordshire**

This role requires employees to **complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) **including The Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks for criminal convictions.

**The Role**

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference? Join our team and contribute to the future of fusion energy. As **_Waste Innovation Lead Operator_**,
- Ensure that staff safety, health and welfare are maintained and adhered to in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Actively promote UKAEA’s values, championing a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion.
- Support the effective and safe implementation of written and verbal instructions from the Facility Supervisors.

**Additional Responsibilities**:

- Act as an interface between the Facility Supervisors and the ASW teams in the BeHF, MDF and J25 ISO Storage Compound.
- To act as lead when progressing work within BeHF, MDF and J25 ISO Storage Compound, and other Group tasks as required.
- Provide feedback on the progress of task-based activities to the Facility Supervisors and Facilities Operations Manager.
- Contribute to facility planning activities in conjunction with facility management team.
- Contribute to documentation and data uploads to uphold facility compliance.
- Conduct regular work area walk arounds to ensure upkeep of work areas.
- Work in accordance with UKAEA policy and undertake any other reasonable tasks or duties requested by your manager.

**Qualifications** Essential Requirements**:

- Experience of waste processing
- Understanding of contamination control practices
- Educated to at least GCSE level or equivalent.
- Have demonstrable people management skills.
- Able to become a Classified Beryllium and Radiation worker.

**Desirable**:

- Demonstrated experience in relevant technology or research field.

**Additional Information


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