RAICo Senior Technician

RAICo Senior Technician
William Pitt Industrial Estate, Whitehaven, United Kingdom
Full-time
Salary: £40,609 (inclusive of MPP) + excellent benefits including outstanding pension
Division: ARC (RAICo)
Site Location: UKAEA Cumbria
Confirmed Grade: Level 4
Department: Operations and Technology
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 worlds 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 realising fusion energy, partnering with industry and research for groundbreaking 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 of 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 £40,609 (inclusive of a Market Premium Payment (MPP)) and 80% onsite: 20% working from home is expected. Please be aware that this position is a 1-year fixed-term appointment (FTA).
Job Description
This role requires employees to complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), including The Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks for criminal convictions.
Job Description
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference? Join our team and contribute to the future of fusion energy. The RAICo Senior Technician oversees and conducts the wiring, modification, commissioning, maintenance, and operation of electromechanical remote handling equipment. Additionally, they are tasked with setting up, testing, and developing project mock-up requirements promptly and to a high standard of quality. In this role you will operate, test, and set up robotic systems, meeting high-quality standards and deadlines. You will ensure maintenance adherence to RAICo equipment and systems, promptly addressing faults and repairs.
We seek a self-motivated individual who is willing to work collaboratively with the RAICo Workhall Section Leader to prioritise tasks, tackle challenges, and step in as a deputy when necessary.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Contribute to RAICo projects by engaging in research and development of new equipment, while effectively communicating and addressing potential issues within the project team.
- Deliver high-quality work within specified deadlines.
- Ensure adherence to relevant risk assessments and procedures for safe operations within RAICo facilities and work areas.
- Oversee maintenance according to specifications for RAICo equipment and systems.
- Take ownership of professional development, setting personal objectives, completing APS reports, and fulfilling UKAEA mandatory training requirements.
Qualifications
Essential Requirements:
- A relevant engineering degree /HND or HNC/ apprenticeship or equivalent with significant industry experience
- Ability to understand and work from drawings and schematics
- Flexible working attitude able to work as an individual or as a team member
- Experience of operating in a collaborative environment, with partners and suppliers
Please note that this role is based in Cumbria. Travel to and working at other UKAEA sites is expected to be required.
Desirable:
- Experience of operation and maintenance of robots or remote handling equipment.
- Experience of working in a safety-dominated working environment.
- Experience in people management.
Additional Information
For a full list of benefits and to apply, select the apply button to be taken through to the UKAEA careers pages.
We welcome applications from under-represented groups, particularly individuals from black and other ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and women. Our Executive team, supported by our 'Equality, Diversity and Inclusion' (EDI) Partner and Inclusion Ambassadors, actively promotes EDI and takes steps to increase diversity within our organisation. We reinforce best practices in recruitment and selection and evaluate approaches to remove barriers to success.
Please note that vacancies are generally advertised for 4 weeks but may close earlier if we receive a large number of applications.

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