Please note this vacancy is only open to those who are in the Technical profession. Liaison Officers work within Analytical Services (AS), acting as the interface between AS and plants who require analysis. They take the lead on new analytical requests via the Task Charter process and, in doing so, are required to have a technical understanding of how AS operates from an analytical perspective. This is achieved by working closely with the analysing laboratories, requiring daily access to the active area. The role involves resolving issues for both customers and analysing laboratories, ensuring compliance with Conditions for Acceptance (CFAs) and working with the Safety Case team to ensure the safety envelope is maintained during sample preparation and analysis. Liaison Officers are also responsible for the escalation of analytical issues through the daily Plant Operational Control Centre (POCC) meeting. They use specialist software and maintain customer dashboards for regulatory and operational purposes.
To provide daily capability updates in the POCC. To utilise Labware for correct routing of samples within AS. To manage CFA compliance for samples received into AS. To manage the Task Charter process for requested analysis. To build and maintain excellent working relationships through collaboration and stakeholder management using clear, concise, and accurate communications. Experience delivering Technical work scope at the appropriate grade. Technical Qualifications in a scientific discipline, or an appropriate alternative. Competent use of Excel, Word and Outlook. Ability to complete activity calculations, informing sample acceptance criteria. Demonstrable customer focus with excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills. High initiative and attention to detail. Ability to assess customer needs and deliver a timely and safe solution. Demonstrable experience of working in environments which require focus and attention on safety. Be both competent and confident to challenge. Ability to work in an active area, hold SC clearance and monitored workers status. Experience of using the Labware Sample Management System. Knowledge of analytical instrumentation and methods, and their limitations. Experience of working in Analytical Services. Knowledge of sitewide Sellafield operations. Open VN Number of Vacancies: 1 Contact/s: Pamela Foster or Ben Walker Please note this vacancy is only open to those who are in the Technical profession. The interviews for this vacancy are expected to be between 9th & 13th February 2026. ASW’s may have the right to apply...
Control and supervise the construction work being undertaken assisting the Construction Manager with construction activities on Sellafield sites to ensure that activities are executed to meet the regulatory & statutory requirements of the Licensee, the product delivered meets the required specification, as well as the goals and objectives of the project and business. Assist in enabling that the construction works where there are plant interfaces and then oversees the works on behalf of the Construction Manager to ensure that the design intent is met.
Assist the Construction Manager with monitoring contractors in relation to site, contractual and statutory requirements and ensure contractors are aware of their subsequent responsibilities. Monitor the work of Contractors and their Supervisors on an ongoing basis providing input and suggesting adjustments based on instructions from others to ensure that contractors management take positive action to maintain safety, health, and environmental arrangements to the highest possible standard. Monitor contractor compliance based on documents reviewed / endorsed by others to ensure controlling documents submitted for review and endorsement are commented on prior to the commencement of work. Co-ordinate interfaces and liaise with contractors, designers, operators, work planners and client at site level to ensure any necessary permissions are in place, the flow of relevant information is uninterrupted and understood correctly. Promote a proactive and proportionate approach to safety (nuclear, radiological, conventional, and environmental) to optimize it on the construction site and to protect Sellafield Ltd from any undue risks. Assist with the discharge of Principal Contractor and Nominated Representative duties as required as to meet current UK Legislation and Sellafield Site Licence Conditions. Ensuring that construction activities are controlled in accordance with engineering arrangements (Conduct of Engineering Manual) and that all legal, regulatory, statutory, contractual and governance arrangements are met and in support of the site license. Assist with delivery of the construction discipline phase of the project, meeting safety, cost, programme dates and quality objectives and ensuring any corrective actions required are taken....
As part of our membership of WANO, Sellafield have a commitment to provide secondees to work within the WANO Paris Centre. WANO is changing through the Action for Excellence programme, and therefore, secondee requirements are also changing. Who: Predominately based at B3 employees. B4A employees may be considered dependent on the roles available and performance/potential ratings. When: Secondments will commence 2027 onwards. Roles: Various roles are available at WANO Paris Centre dependent on the individual’s skill set and availability at the time. These include, but are not limited to; WANO Representative, Recovery Leader, Senior Area Experts (Operations, Maintenance and Engineering), Member Support Mission Team Leaders, Operating Experience Engineers and Peer Reviewers (see ‘Role Specifics’ below for further information). Disciplines: Organisation & Administration / Engineering / Maintenance / Operations / Operating Experience. As well as Business Leaders and Area Experts. Other disciplines may be considered.
WANO secondments are for 3 years. The first 2-years are based predominantly in Paris, whereas the final year is based in the UK. Dependent on the role, significant periods of time are spent travelling for Missions, both within and outside of Europe. Periods of time are likely to be spent in the WANO Paris Office WANO missions can be hard work but are rewarding A secondment at WANO provides the opportunity to experience new cultures, different ways of working and both rewarding and challenging personal growth opportunities. Individuals will leave Sellafield at their current grade and return following secondment at the same grade. At the end of the secondment, support will be provided to enable repatriation Compensation and benefits whilst seconded will be in-line with the T&C’s for International Assignments (HR-Reward) at the time of secondment, and are subject to a written agreement between SL and the individual. Secondments can offer employees valuable career opportunities and enriching life experiences, with professional and intercultural experiences. They are a key part of people development, employees benefit by gaining international experience, growing personally and professionally. Sellafield Ltd benefits by expanding the distribution of knowledge and skills, supplementing technical expertise, and generally promoting a consistent culture. Employees and potentially families will naturally have concerns about issues such as relocation, education, taxes and implications on their careers. Sellafield Ltd makes sure our employees and their families settle into their new location as smoothly as possible. Secondments are...
The HAL Inspections & Characterisation Team are responsible for the deployment of inspection and radiometric characterisation equipment within “Dark Cells” within both HALES and HLWP. This vacancy will provide a successful candidate with the opportunity to work alongside a variety of stakeholders in delivering vital inspection and characterisation work to underpin the continued operation of both plants and support the efficient wash out of vessels as part of Post Operation Clean Out (POCO). The position is a mixture of desk-based work - creating work packs, generating PMPs, planning work, and reviewing/updating inspection and characterisation strategies - alongside plant-based work, including equipment deployment and supervising contractors at the work face. In this role, the successful candidate will be exposed to a wide array of inspection and characterisation technologies, as well as novel techniques utilised to deploy the equipment into the HA cells, as required. This would be an excellent development opportunity for someone who wishes to develop their skills as or work towards their POW SQEP. The role will also provide plenty of opportunity to work on and develop their understanding of HALES and HLWP, gaining plenty of plant-based experience.
Initially supporting CCTV inspections, with a view to later supervising inspections Setting up and leading of stakeholder meetings to facilitate inspection tasks Creation of SSOW (Safe Systems of Work) work packs, including instruction writing Assisting with PMPs for the delivery of inspection and characterisation work Deployment of Radiometric Characterisation Equipment within C3 Areas Prompt reaction to inspection requests from Plant Engineering Deputise for the inspections lead where required. Attend regular meetings to coordinate work with IWM and stakeholders Strategic work, supporting the review of the inspection programme and researching potential applications for new technologies and deployment techniques. Strong team working skills Strong communication skills Demonstrable Problem-Solving Skills Able to work in a changing environment Strong planning skills Able to work with a wide range of stakeholders (both internal and external to SL) Experience of working in a plant facing role C2/R2 SQEP’d C3 SQEP’d Enclosed suit SQEP’d SQEP’d or working towards POW Experience of SSOW creation Contact/s: Alex Cuthell Alexander.Cuthell@sellafieldsites.com Or Declan Conley declan.conley@sellafieldsites.com Your expression of interest for this vacancy opportunity should cover: 1. Why you want to join the team 2. What you believe you could bring to the team 3. Why you think you are suitable for the role 4. Grade – your current grade If you choose to apply for this role and your application is shortlisted by the hiring manager, you will be invited...
SNM Technical Reporting to Hayley Green. SNM technical are seeking innovative and enthused chemists who want to be at the forefront of complex and technical problem solving at Sellafield. It is a fascinating time to join SNM Technical, with preparatory work underway to develop and progress new two new facilities: SRP, designed to retreat and repack our inventory, and the recently announced Plutonium Immobilisation Plant, which will take the next 30 years to research, mature, and build while continuing to store our SNM inventory (PuO2 and Mixed oxide residues) safely and securely. This offers unique scientific challenges for our technical teams working within SNM. The roles will provide technical underpinning and justification to SNM plants and projects (including the new SPRS Retreatment Plant (SRP) as we head towards active commissioning), delivering data analysis and technical assessments. They offer opportunity to solve novel and challenging technical issues within the SNM directorate by directing the scope of SNM’s Pu Science and Package Surveillance programme in the supply chain. Successful applicants will enable the progression of these projects and enable existing SNM operations through their delivery of technical support calling on their chemical and scientific skills. This will require successful candidates to provide on-plant support in most cases. As a highly collaborative role experience and confident communication with internal and external stakeholders including Major Projects, UKNNL, Universities and international laboratories is essential. Together we work to further mature our understanding of special nuclear materials and the environments that they are stored in. This role not only provides technical support for existing SNM operations but will also provide the candidate with the knowledge and skills necessary to face future challenges and help support Sellafield as a world leader in the long-term storage of SNM. These are primarily office-based roles, working off-site, that may also require plant and supply chain/university visits to support the delivery of the SNM mission.
Development of scientific scope to support understanding of Pu storage and SRP underpinning and manage the delivery of that through the supply chain. Production and checking of technical documents including reports, technical justifications and calculations. Ensuring transition of that knowledge into the SNM directorate maximising the benefit to the business. This includes confirming LFE and best practises are shared with the SRP programme and embedded into future operations. Effective stakeholder communication and management. Honours degree in chemistry. An interest in investigating the fundamental underpinning the safe storage and management of PuO2. Demonstrated delivery of technical work. Experience of justifying own ideas/theories and taking them forward. Relevant experience working collaboratively with technical teams. Knowledge of SNM mission and challenges. DV clearance, or the ability to achieve. Experience working within an operations environment. Experience working with external stakeholders and regulators. Ideally holds a chemistry PhD and holds or working towards chartered status with the Royal Society of Chemistry. Please note you must be in the Technical Profession to apply for this VN. Number of Vacancies: 2 Contact/s: Hayley Green The interviews for this vacancy are expected to take place on Thursday 12th February 2026. ASW’s may have the right to apply for internal Sellafield Ltd vacancies. Please note if you are an Agency Supplied Worker you are required to attach evidence of all qualifications obtained to support your application. We require a minimum of A*-C...
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