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Operations Technician

Thurso
3 weeks ago
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Our client in the nuclear sector is currently seeking a highly skilled Operations Technician for a contract role at their site in Dounreay.

Key Responsibilities:

Operate heavy plant such as forklift trucks (up to 48Te), telehandlers, tractors, and trailers
Be prepared to undertake Terberg Shuntmaster training
Carry out routine and non-routine vehicle activities including pre-use inspections and defect reporting
Collect and transport wastes and other logistic-related tasks in support of site projects
Prepare and distribute various types of approved waste containers and packages to projects
Undertake operational monitoring
Carry out routine plant, fire, and emergency checks, identifying unusual trends and system/component failures
Perform the responsibilities of management appointments relevant to the post

Job Requirements:

SC Clearance and Security Cleared
Experience as an Operations Technician
Proficiency in operating forklifts and other heavy plant equipment
Strong understanding of routine and non-routine vehicle activities
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Preparedness to undertake relevant training as necessary
Ability to conduct pre-use inspections and defect reporting accurately
Willingness to cover the cost of Drugs & Alcohol testing and a DBS check prior to starting onsite

Additional Information:

Security Clearance: SC
Interview Process: Face to Face in Hoy, Thurso
£75 Travel & Subsistence can be claimed per day by any ASWs travelling outside commuting distance to the Dounreay site
Drugs & Alcohol testing and DBS check required prior to starting onsite
If you are a security-cleared Operations Technician looking for a challenging role within the nuclear industry, we encourage you to apply now and join our client's team at Dounreay

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