Nuclear Careers
Nuclear Recruitment Services
Our Nuclear department supports clients across the full nuclear project life cycle from design, construction, financing, operation/maintenance and decommissioning. With a proven record at Olkiluoto 3, Hinkey Point C, Flamanville and Mohovche, to name a few.
Market Insight.
With the focus moving towards sustainable energy sources with low carbon emissions, the Nuclear industry is at the forefront of the future energy plants required to support the full project lifecycle of project plans. The decommissioning of old plants and construction of new will see a continuous increase in demand for talent.
Nuclear power is a closely regulated industry with a skills gap – and we know it inside out. As sector specialists, our Nuclear team can talk technicalities. So if you are looking for your next Nuclear job or need some expert career advice, get in touch.
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Document Controller
- TypeContract
- SalaryMarket related
- LocationBury
Role: Document Controller Location: North ManchesterWork Schedule: Hybrid This role will serve as a point of contact for document-related queries for projecsts expanding across nuclear and non-nuclear sectors. The day-to-day responsibilites of this role include managing the document register, as well as creating and reviewing documents. Ideally the applicant will have at least 2 years of experience and excellent administrative skills that will allow them to hit the ground running. If this role is of interest to you, please send your most recent CV to kaitlin.beasleyduffy@spencer-ogden.com and we can schedule a time to talk.
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Production Supervisor
- TypeContract
- SalaryMarket related
- LocationWolverhampton
Role: Production SupervisorReporting to: Head of ManufacturingReporting to the Head of Manufacturing, you will be responsible for the management of people and their performance in the manufacturing arena.Day-to-day supervision and oversight of all manufacturing operations. You will ensure all employees are delivering work safely, according to the company policies, procedures and standards. You will ensure that the working environment remains safe for all employees whilst maximising efficiency and utilisation. The main objective of the supervisor is to performance manage the operational personnel, deliver the weekly production plan - safely, right first time, on time and in-line with the allocated budgets.You will support and develop teams. Set out and ensure delivery of clear performance expectations for the areas of responsibility in the operational areas of manufacturing – EC&I, fabrication / welding, machining and mechanical fitting.The business vision is to have a manufacturing capability that is considered industry class leading and you will be a crucial element of achieving this vision.Responsibilities and activities Enforces strict adherence to company EHS rules and promotes strong EHS behaviours in all operatorsTo act according to the regulatory requirements of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO45001 and ISO19443Manage the shop floor performanceGenerate a disciplined working environmentMotivate and drive a positive team work ethic and environmentSet, measure and improve personnel performanceIssue day to day work instructionsTakes accountability for delivery of the weekly production plan generated by the production planning team to achieve OTIF delivery.Accountable for maintaining utilisation of the workforce within target levelsOrganises weekly meetings with cells to review previous performance and clearly communicates the weekly planEnforces company policies and procedures on a day-to-day basisUndertaking staff performance reviews and identifying training requirementsResponsible for the management of the manufacturing maintenance schedule and budget so that plant, machines and equipment are enabling efficient production through preventative maintenance programmesResponsible for tooling and consumables expenditures in line with allocated budgetsAddresses production problems as they arise, making decisions to keep plans on trackSupports the overall manufacturing management team in strategic decision makingSupports charge hands to enforce cleanliness standards and expectations within their areasSupports capital expenditure proposals and accountable for delivery of new capital asset projectsSupports the recruitment process to identify and bring in new people into the business Desired Qualifications/Skills/Knowledge ILM level 5 or equivalent leadership & management qualification.Proven track record in people managementAt least 5 years’ experience managing teams at supervisory level essentialDesirable to have at least 5 years’ experience in a bespoke high integrity manufacturing environment highly desirableManufacturing Engineering qualifications in City and Guilds, BTEC and or HNC or equivalentProven EHS leadership essential with IOSH/NEBOSH qualifications highly desirableIn-depth Knowledge of in two or more of the following disciplines - machining, fabrication, welding, electrical and mechanical assemblyDealing with unforeseen events and problem solving Person specification Focuses on the customer- Works co-operatively with customers and stakeholders (internal and external) in order to meet and exceed their expectations Collaborates and Shares Knowledge- Seeks to create collective success through teamwork, knowledge sharing and mutual support Delivers Results/ Focuses on Solution - Plans what needs to be delivered and then focuses on making it happen Build Teams - Brings together the right people, in the right place at the right time to deliver business objectives Adapts to change - Is able to respond positively to individual or organisational change. Acts with Integrity and Professionalism - Demonstrates trust and integrity in their day to day working Holds Self & Others to Account - Sets clear performance objectives for self and others, monitoring progress and taking appropriate action to ensure delivery Has a Global Approach - Has a flexible approach to different situations, promoting information flow and integration with all corporate units. Works in international environments through adaption and cross-cultural management and integration. People Development - Empower and allow people to develop themselves within their own professional job family and within a multi-disciplinary environment. Identifying learning needs and formulating consistent development plans.
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Project Control Manager
- TypeContract
- SalaryMarket related
- LocationBridgwater
Working in one of the Project Controls Teams within the HPC Project, under the direction and leadership of the PCM Lead, to lead the development, implementation, use and maintenance of Integrated Project Controls processes within the Transverse Programme or Area, or a subdivision thereof (henceforth "Programme"). This will include oversight of day-to-day management, staffing, and the implementation of Integrated Project Controls standards and processes.To be responsible for the direction and co-ordination of all Integrated Project Controls activities associated with the design, manufacture, construction and commissioning of the Programme work scope within safety, quality, time and cost milestones. Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, ExperienceKnowledge & Skills• Knowledge of all Integrated Project Controls Disciplines• Understanding of Project Controls methodologies, techniques and processes for programme and project management in a major infrastructure environment• Understanding of various contract types, in particular the NEC suite and FIDIC;• Technical and practical comprehension of engineering, procurement, manufacture and construction methods and techniques in a UK context;• Strong people management skills and experience of motivating teams through several organisational levels.• Excellent written and verbal communication and influencing skills, at all working and management levels;• Demonstrated ability to understand, interpret, analyse and present complex data from an Integrated Project Controls perspective;• Uses and applies Earned Value Management (EVM) in a large, complex Programme or Project environment. Can advise on adapting Earned Value Management (EVM) to suit the Programme or Project;Qualifications & Experience• Minimum of a degree in Engineering, Construction, Quantity Surveying or other related field;• Substantial experience in a Project Controls environment in a Lead role within an Estimating, Cost, Risk or Scheduling team on a major construction project or highly regulated environment/project;• Substantial proven leadership experience;• Experience of working in a large integrated team over the full lifecycle of a project;• Extensive experience in ensuring high levels of safety, security and environmental responsibility in a regulated environment;• Experience in the use of industry-standard software, such as CostOS, Primavera P6, EcoSys and ARM;• Experience in planning and delivering major infrastructure development programmes.
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M&E Engineer
- TypeContract
- SalaryMarket related
- LocationReading
Role: M&E Engineer, with an electrical biasDuration: 12-month contract Seeking an M&E Engineeer with an Electrical bias to join a major nuclear defense project on behalf of my client. Please note that due to the nature of this role requires SC Clearances. In order to be considered, the applicant needs to be of sole British Nationality or have held SC Clearances before. Experiences Required: 3+ years of experienceBuilding services experienceExperience in the management of subcontractors, supply chain, designers, and commissioning & handover processes If this matches your experiences, please send your most recent CV to kaitlin.beasleyduffy@spencer-ogden.com and I will reach out to you.
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MEH Planner
- TypeContract
- SalaryMarket related
- LocationBridgwater
Working in the Planning Discipline of Integrated Project Controls, under the direction and leadership of the IPC Planning Manager, to establish, develop and maintain Project schedules / plans for either the Central Controls Team or one of the Programme Controls Teams. This will include the timely and accurate maintenance of the Integrated Work Schedule (IWS) in adherence with HPC processes, management of Level 3 (contract) schedules, and provision of time-related data and analysis. To assist and support the Central Controls Team when required to ensure alignment with the Level 2 (client) IWS. Principal AccountabilitiesTeam:• Support the IPC Planning Manager and/or PCM in the implementation and maintenance of Integrated Project Controls processes for Planning, including the production of monthly reports, through the provision of intelligent information and analysis;• Collaborate with other Disciplines of Integrated Project Controls, as well as other Project Support Functions, to help deliver Project goals in keeping with the HPC principles of Trust, Transparency and Teamwork;• Maintain an awareness of schedule interfaces with other Programmes and their potential impact. Core Processes:• Produce and maintain the schedule baseline IWS in Primavera 6 (P6), with fully logic-linked work plans aligned to the Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and utilising approved construction techniques;• Ensure the Level 2 IWS is updated to an agreed timeframe for monthly reporting;• Ensure the HPC Level 3 schedules are updated when required to reflect work progress and performance, to an agreed timeframe defined by the Central Controls Team;• Ensure that contractor schedules are produced in accordance with HPC processes and ensure that they align to the IWS forecast position; Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, ExperienceGeneral requirements• Good communicator both verbal and written• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a planner• Able to extract/compare/analyse data• Evidence of ability to develop scenario (what if) schedules• Evidence of issue identification - resolution and mitigation• Appropriate sustained experience over project lifecycle• General understanding of Project Controls and the link between Schedule, Cost & Risk• Knowledge of NEC (Preferred)
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Planner
- TypeContract
- SalaryMarket related
- LocationUnited Kingdom
Role: Planner I am seeking to speak with Planners on behalf of a major defense client. Requirements: 5+ years' experienceWorking with a range of stakeholders in the development and creation of high-quality, integrated plans and or schedules from a defined scope of workTracking progress against the project schedule and providing concise information to support project decision makingMaintaining the quality of schedule data to a standard that enables related business processes and reportingIdentifying areas of risk to the schedule and working collaboratively with stakeholders to identify solutionsSC clearance Contract Details: 6-month rolling contract Four different site locations If this is of interest to you, please send your most recent CV to kaitlin.beasleyduffy@spencer-ogden.com and I will be in touch.
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Cost Engineer
- TypeContract
- SalaryMarket related
- LocationWolverhampton
Role: Cost EngineerDuration: 6-month contract Seeking Cost Engineers on behalf of a major nuclear client to join a nuclear manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will already have SC clearance or be able to obtain SC clearances. Responsibilties: Demonstrable and 5 years' experience in cost engineering rolesSome experience using Primavera P6 software (read-only access and reporting)Fully conversant in all aspects of Earned Value Analysis (EVA)Good understanding of project management principles and processesHNC/HND in engineering or similarBasic understanding of all project controls (including cost engineering, estimating, change control and risk management)Good data manipulation skills, particularly within MS ExcelGood IT skills (Microsoft, Outlook, P6, MSP, Interface/ Data Warehouse databases), numerical, analytical and organisational skills; Visual Basic for Applications (desirable)Good spoken and written EnglishQualified to graduate level in an engineering or similar based degree (desirable)Experience within the Nuclear Industry or other highly regulated industries essential (e.g. Rail, Highways, Power, Oil & Gas, Pharmaceuticals)
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Project Manager - Building Services
- TypeContract
- SalaryMarket related
- LocationPlymouth
An experienced Project Manager is required to join a nuclear project to support refitting. The candidate will have experience with: 10+ years' experience Building services experience to support refit and refurbishment Experience in the nuclear space is preferable Concrete breakout and refit experience is a benefit Ability to obtain clearances This role is a 12-month contract.
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Quality Engineer
- TypeContract
- SalaryMarket related
- LocationBridgwater
Role: Quality EngineerLocation: Hinkley Point C, SomersetOverview: Supporting the HPC Main Control Room project regarding Quality Assurance, Governance and Control activities. Responsibilities: Quality Documentation Ensure effective recording of mechanical quality related activities in line with the clients’ requirements on Lifetime Quality Records. Procedure and ITP creation related to the works undertaken during the erection phases of the project. Managing and resolving NCRs. Quality Inspection Conduct all inspection activities including dimensional, torque checks and general quality. Report on the inspections carried out “right first time” and on time. Act as the “on job” Quality Representative for the business for interactions with the client. Required Attributes: Strong knowledge of project-based quality. Mechanical Engineering background. Demonstratable Reporting proficiency. Desired Attributes: Knowledge of HPC/Nuclear Industry Chartered / Practicing member of the CQI Desired Personal Characteristics: Confident manner, good presentation skills Determination - not easily discouraged or put off Passion, enthusiasm, and charisma. Innovative – prepared to see beyond how it has been done before Positive outlook – always sees opportunity through any adversity Resilient – ready to bounce back from any challenges Assertive – gets things done when they need to be
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Estimator
- TypeContract
- SalaryMarket related
- LocationManchester
Seeking to fill an estimator with a strong mechanical background and experience working on nuclear projects. About the Role: Responsible for estimating the costs of a planned construction project in terms of the labour, equipment and materials required, prepare analytical estimates for Mechanical Engineering works, that are technically accurate and with an acceptable risk level, from outline drawings and specifications. Participate in the design development to assess buildability, materials, innovation and cost effectiveness of proposals and provide high level pricing information early in the tender for optioneering and budgeting to ensure the most cost-effective solution offered. Required: Capability to work on multiple projects. Strong mechanical background with experience working on nuclear projects. The ability to obtain SC clearance.