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Senior Electrical Technician Abingdon Rd, Culham, UK Full-time Salary: £42,858 (inclusive of Specialist Allowance) + excellent benefits including outstanding pension Division: RACE Site Location: UKAEA Culham, Oxfordshire Confirmed Grade: Level 4 Department: ElectricalCompany DescriptionBy 2050, the planet could be using twice as much electricity compared to today. Are you interested in contributing and helping to shape the future of the worlds energy? If so, read on.Fusion, the process that powers the Sun and Stars, is one of the most promising options for generating the cleaner, carbon-free energy that our world badly needs.UKAEA leads the way in realising fusion energy, partnering with industry and research for ground-breaking advancements. Our goal is to bring fusion electricity to the grid, supported by tomorrow's power stations. In pursuit of our mission, UKAEA embraces core values: Innovative, Committed, Trusted, and Collaborative.As an employee of UKAEA, you will benefit from:- Outstandingdefined benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found at the end of this advert . - Corporatebonus scheme up to 7%and aRelocationallowance (if eligible). -Flexible working options , including family-friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of your employment. -Employee Assistance Programmeand trained Mental Health First Aiders. -Generous annual leave allowance , starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays. - Wide range ofcareer development opportunities . - A vibrantculturecommitted to equality and being fullyinclusive .What to expect in our recruitment process:For a step-by-step overview of how we hire from application to offer, please see ourRecruitment Processpage.Job DescriptionThe salary for this role is£42,858 (inclusive of a Specialist Allowance) .Onsite workingis expected for5days a week .This role is based at the following site:Culham, Oxfordshire .This role requires employees tocomplete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS),including the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks for criminal convictions and possibly a search of open-source data.The RoleWe are seeking aSenior Electrical Technicianto join the RACE team, responsible for leading and supporting the wiring, modification, commissioning, maintenance, and operation of advanced electromechanical remote handling systems. In this role, you willundertake and supervise the technician teamin the wiring, testing, and commissioning of circuits and equipment for remote handling systems, as well asoversee maintenance activities , including prompt fault finding and repair of electrical systems. This is a hands-on position offering the opportunity to work on both existing equipment and the development of innovative new systems, contributing to cutting-edge engineering projects in a dynamic and collaborative environment.If you are skilled in diagnosing and resolving faults in electrical systems and devices, and experienced in supervising workshop operations and managing technician teams, we would like to hear from you.Key Accountabilities:-Communicate and coordinate effectivelywith project teams and stakeholders, clearly reporting faults, required resolutions, expected repair timelines, and potential build or operational issues. -Support workshop managementby prioritising tasks, highlighting issues where targets cannot be met, deputising for the Electrical Workshop Manager when required, and assisting the Remote Handling Electrical Plant Manager with shutdown preparations and equipment movement. -Oversee electrical procedures and maintenanceby developing and implementing procedures for the build, commissioning, testing, and maintenance of equipment, and acting as the Maintenance Responsible Officer for RACE systems. -Ensure safe working practicesby following relevant risk assessments and procedures within the electrical workshop and associated work areas. -Maintain accurate recordsof maintenance activities using operational documentation systems (ODS/OMS) and provide guidance and support to the technician team as needed.Qualifications- A relevant engineering degree/HND or HNC/apprenticeship or equivalent with significant industry experience. - Qualified to the current BS7671 Wiring Regulations. - Ability to understand and work from drawings and schematics. - Comprehensive knowledge of crimping and soldering techniques. - Knowledge and experience in the assembly of high-density connectorsAdditional InformationFor a full list of benefits and to apply, select the apply button to be taken through to the UKAEA careers pages.UKAEA's mission is clean energy for all, and we welcome talented people from all backgrounds who want to help us achieve our mission. We are under-represented from some groups and so want to encourage applications in particular from women in STEM, people from Black British Caribbean and African backgrounds and from Pakistani and Bangladeshi British backgrounds. Our Executive team, supported by our 'Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion' (EDI) and Wellbeing, and our EDI Networks actively promote Inclusion and take steps to increase diversity within our organisation. We reinforce best practices in recruitment and selection and evaluate approaches to remove barriers to success.UK Atomic Energy Authority is committed to being accessible. Please email our team if you have any questions or require help or adjustments to compete on a fair basis, for example, changes to the way we interview or share information.Please note that vacancies are generally advertised for 4 weeks, but may close earlier if we receive a large number of applications. TPBN1_UKTJ