Decommissioning Operative

Role title: Decommissioning Operative - Berkshire, Cumbria & Kent

Cyclife UK is a leading provider of integrated nuclear engineering and waste management solutions, delivering consultancy, design, decommissioning, waste treatment and disposal services across the nuclear sector. As part of EDF’s Cyclife Group, we combine global expertise with specialist UK capabilities to support some of the industry's most complex challenges.

Why Cyclife UK:

In return for your skills and commitment, you'll have the opportunity to work on industry-leading projects while enjoying a competitive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

Company benefits include but not limited to: Pension, Flexible Working, Birthday as Leave, Additional Leave for Length of Service, Death in Service Benefit etc

Role: Decommissioning Operative

Decommissioning activities working to approved documentation in radiation and contamination-controlled areas.

• Receive instructions from Senior Engineer/Site Supervisor;
• Manufacture and install decommissioning aids;
• Responsible for ensuring operations are in accordance with approved documentation and work permit;
• Utilisation of correct tooling, PPE and best practice to complete tasks;
• Demonstrating Good Housekeeping;
• Removal and size reduction of redundant plant and equipment;
• Hot spot removal activities and waste packaging;

Transportation of radioactive and clear waste from controlled areas.

Training and Qualifications:

NVQ in nuclear decommissioning - Essential

Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) - Essential

Contractor National Safety Group (CCNSG) or equivalent - Essential

Nuclear / highly regulated industry experience - Desirable

Cyclife UK Values & Guiding Principles:

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate behaviours laid out in Cyclife Values and Four Guiding Principles which cover the following areas:  

 Cyclife UK Values:  

• Sets the standard for safety  
• Sets the standard for customer satisfaction  
• Ensures Cyclife UK is a great place to work  
• Presents “One Cyclife” to the market  
• Creates a platform for strong and sustainable long term growth  

 Four Guiding Principles:  

• Take Care  
• Feel Pride  
• Act Collectively  
• Be Accountable