Role – Surveillance Programme Engineer

Reference – EDFJP0003439

Location – Hinkley Point C site

Arrangement – Permanent

NUVIA UK's Technical Services & Consulting department is fast growing with hybrid opportunities available up and down the country. We're striving to create a multidisciplinary team to offer our clients the best range of talent.

This is a unique opportunity to be involved with the generation on Hinkley Point C, a nuclear power station in Somerset, set to power six million homes with low-carbon energy to support the UK’s net-zero goals.

BPSS clearance will be required at basic level. Prior clearance will not be transferable

The Surveillance programme Engineer (Periodic Testing) is responsible for supporting the NNB Pre-Operations Surveillance Programmes Lead in the delivery of the Hinkley Point C (HPC) operational documentation and strategy for the delivery of the Periodic Testing Programme.

The successful individual will be required to work with the team producing the periodic testing operations instructions (PTOI’s), as well as assist in the shaping and development of the processes required to deliver the Periodic Testing programme in the operational station. This includes analysis of technical documentation from the designer, such as technical drawings, specifications, and testing instructions. The role also will involve liaising with a wide range of stakeholders from across the NNB and wider organisation.

Nature and Scope

• Pre-Operations is separated into the following programmes of work aligned to meet the current needs of the project:
• Asset Management - covering Equipment Reliability, Work Management, Surveillance Programmes, EPR Plant Management and Maintenance.
• Operate the Plant - covering operational procedures, technical specification development, safety from the system, training specification.
• Technical and Safety - covering the provision of Radiation Protection Adviser advice, compliance standards, preparations for radiography, emergency arrangements regulatory issues and Level 4 regulatory interface.
• Operational Capability - working with HR and Generation on resource planning, terms and conditions and organisational structure.

Principal Accountabilities

• Conduct technical analysis of plant components and equipment.
• Conduct analysis of technical documentation.
• Assist in the development of the Surveillance Programme requirements for the operational station.
• Conduct scheduling activities for the output of the Periodic Testing Surveillance programme.
• Maintain interfaces and develop relationships (technical & functional) with other HPC departments EPR Family Stations and EDF Energy’s existing Nuclear Business.
• Research operating experience from the wider industries applicable to the HPC project and promote its use and application to make HPC a World Class performer.

Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, Experience

• Please note - The following knowledge and experience could have been met in industries outside of the nuclear industry.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• Experience of document production
• Experience of mechanical/electrical/C&I plant systems.
• Be able to develop and follow procedures.
• Able to develop work plans and deliver them safely and efficiently.
• Have experience of working in a project environment.
• Experience of dealing with a wide range of suppliers and customers (UK based and international).
• Minimum HNC/HND in an Engineering discipline.
• Those holding an Engineering degree will have an advantage

Employee Staff Benefits: 

• 8.5% Pension Contribution & Life Assurance
• Private Medical Scheme*
• Employee Share Scheme
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes: Electrical Vehicles,
• Technology and Cycle to Work
• 18 Weeks Full Maternity Pay* (+21w SMP)
• 25 days holiday (increasing to 28 days after 5 years’ service, 31 days after 10 years’ service)
• Option to buy, sell and carry over up to 5 days annual leave per year
• In partnership with trade unions
• Personal Development & Further Education Support
• Long Service & Recognition Awards
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible hybrid & agile working

*After 1 year of service.

NUVIA UK - a subsidiary of VINCI construction - is an international company that operates across highly regulated sectors including Civil Nuclear and has a strong presence and history of delivery at nuclear sites in the UK and internationally.

NUVIA UK is a performance-driven company that is committed to the development of its people within a culture of safety, innovation, and excellence.

NUVIA UK is committed towards equality in employment.