Decommissioning Operative

Company: Scantec
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Location: East Hendred
Job Description:

Decommissioning Operatives – Harwell to AWE

Location: Harwell, Oxfordshire, with a move to AWE Aldermaston after 6 months

Contract Type: Contract

Duration: 6 months at Harwell, followed by a further 2 years at AWE

Start Date: ASAP

Working Hours: Monday-Friday, approximately 8:00am-5:00pm

Pay Rate: £34.00 per hour PAYE

Overtime: Potential overtime available – 1.5x on weekdays and 2x at weekends

Clearance: No existing clearance required to start. BPSS will be processed by the client, with SC clearance required for the subsequent AWE placement.

Job Overview

We are currently looking for Decommissioning Operatives to support a project at Harwell, with the opportunity to move onto a long-term project at AWE Aldermaston after the initial six months.

Key Responsibilities

  • Decontaminating plant, equipment and facilities.
  • Dismantling and size-reducing plant and equipment.
  • Carrying out plant checks, routine maintenance and general housekeeping.
  • Controlling, minimising and processing radioactive waste in line with client requirements.
  • Preparing work areas, materials and equipment.
  • Operating process plant and materials-handling equipment to support site activities.

Essential Requirements

  • Valid CSCS card.
  • Relevant NVQ, CPCS or NPORS qualification.
  • Willingness to undergo client BPSS checks and progress to SC clearance for the AWE placement.
  • A strong commitment to health and safety and following site procedures.

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Posted: October 21st, 2026