Senior Nuclear Site Manager

Senior Nuclear Site Manager – Staffordshire / UK Wide Travel – Competitive Salary

VIQU have partnered with a leading provider of operational technology solutions focused on the energy industry who are seeking an experienced Site Manager with a strong Electrical Engineering background to join their growing team. This role involves overseeing site-related aspects of nuclear projects, ensuring safety, cost efficiency, and adherence to quality specifications. The position requires a blend of technical expertise and leadership skills, with work split between the company’s headquarters and client sites.

Key Responsibilities of the Site Manager:

• Oversee the installation of control system focused projects within the nuclear sector, ensuring compliance with site safety regulations and industry standards.
• Lead and manage a team of engineers during installation and commissioning phases.
• Coordinate installation subcontractors for electrical and mechanical work.
• Conduct regular progress meetings with clients and produce related documentation.
• Work closely with the Health and Safety Manager to ensure compliance with safety and welfare policies on-site.
• Interpret customer requirements, perform site surveys, and develop electrical drawings and specifications.
• Conduct risk assessments, develop method statements, and contribute to project safety plans.

 Requirements of the Site Manager:

• Certifications/Training: Client Contractors National Safety Group (CCNSG) Safety Passport Supervisor certification, Health and safety awareness training (IOSH, CITB, RoSPA, BSC), manual handling, lifting operations, working at height, CDM, and confined spaces, First Aid at Work certification.
• Demonstrated experience in successfully delivering nuclear projects on time, within budget, and to specification. Managerial experience on nuclear sites.
• Knowledge of NEC3/4 contracts.
• Willingness to travel and work on customer sites.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Eligibility for security clearance (British citizen or ILR and lived in the UK for the last 5 years).

Desirable Qualifications/Training: IOSH SMSTS certificate, CITB Site Managers Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) qualification, NEBOSH National Construction Certificate.

Senior Nuclear Site Manager – Staffordshire / UK Wide Travel – Competitive Salary

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