Title of publication
Nuclear Safety Inspector – Supply Chain
Location
Bootle, Cheltenham & London
Pay Band
Band 3
Salary
£66,927 - £79,593
The Nuclear Safety Inspector role/ Principal Responsibilities
Nuclear Inspectors are expected to be capable of undertaking a variety of roles:
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Inspecting sites
Assessing technical safety cases
Enforcing the law and influencing improvement in safety cases
Investigating incidents;
Developing strategic approaches to secure high standards in the industry
Managing nuclear research contracts etc
The role of a Nuclear Inspector is varied and you are likely to undertake a range of duties
during your career. Some Inspectors concentrate on undertaking planned and reactive
inspections on site, while others will mainly assess safety submissions or manage discrete
intervention projects.
However, the focus is on working as teams to ensure compliance, reassure the public and
improve safety standards. When Inspectors find shortcomings in compliance they initially
provide advice but may issue verbal and written warnings. The powers available to inspectors
enable them to serve Enforcement Notices and ultimately initiate prosecutions. There is also a
wide range of powers available under nuclear license conditions.
Supply chain
What are ONR’s expectations for Supply Chain Management?
ONR expects nuclear site licence holders (Licensees) to have supply chain management
arrangements in place which ensure the delivery of nuclear plant, equipment and services
‘right first time’.
The arrangements should ensure that nuclear safety is adequately and proportionally taken
into account when developing supply chain strategies and policies. A fundamental element of
the arrangements is the Licensee’s procurement process controls such that appropriate levels
of oversight and assurance are applied by the Licensee and all organisations within its supply
chain.
The arrangements should include the cascade of safety, legal and regulatory requirements
throughout the supply chain associated with the provision of nuclear plant, equipment and
services.
Who do we need?
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Can you see the ‘bigger picture’ and recognise the potential underlying causes of problems
identified by a licensee or regulator? We need people who understand the importance of
effective supply chain management in the nuclear industry and how poor performance can
affect nuclear safety.
Our inspectors need to be capable of assisting or leading inspections, engaging with senior
managers and conducting assessments of safety submissions, to provide reasoned
judgements on the adequacy of the licensee’s supply chain management arrangements to
deliver and sustain nuclear safety. Of particular importance is the ability to prioritise issues
based on their impact on nuclear safety and to be able to work in a dynamic environment.
Person Specification
Which areas are we interested in?
ONR is seeking people with knowledge and experience of some or all of the following:
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The role that effective supply chain management has in delivering ‘right first time’,
plant, equipment and services.
The specification of requirements and sourcing of suppliers for nuclear plant,
equipment and services.
Assessing the capability of licensees and their supply chains to procure nuclear plant,
equipment and services to the appropriate standards and specifications.
The management and oversight of supply chains in the nuclear or high hazard sector
including deployment of quality assurance, control and improvement techniques.
Developing, implementing and maintaining management systems particularly relating
to design, procurement, construction and manufacture of high risk plant and
equipment.
The management and control of contractors undertaking safety related activities.
The impact of organisational and cultural factors, including values, attitude and
behaviours on nuclear safety.
National and International codes and standards relating to quality management and
their application.
International standards and guidance on safety management (eg IAEA, WANO/INPO,
other regulators) and their application.
ONR Safety Assessment Principles on Leadership and Management for Safety and
associated technical assessment guidance.
Further Information
For more information about this vacancy please contact Stuart Allen:
 - [email protected]
How to Apply
Please submit your application through the recruitment portal.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 9th July 2017 at 11:45pm
Your application should include:
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A full record of your education and professional qualifications and a full employment
history. Please include in your application details of your achievements when prompted
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relevant to the job description and person specification above, including latest
remuneration which will be treated in confidence;
You will also be prompted to describe your suitability for the role clearly evidencing
your experience set against both the principal responsibilities and person specification
in the job description.
Your ability and skills will be assessed at an in-depth interview if you are invited to the next
stage of the recruitment process. An initial sift of applications is made against the above
criteria and failure to address any or all will affect your application.
Please note that upon registering on our recruitment system you are given the option to
upload a CV, please be aware that this CV will not be considered as part of the recruitment
process for this vacancy, therefore please ensure that all relevant information is included
within the online application form.
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