Ventilation Engineer

Job title:

Ventilation Engineer

Company

Atomic Weapons Establishment

Job description

If you’d like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given.Ventilation EngineerLocation: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking.Package: £39,280 – £50,000 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience)Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.Are you an experienced Ventilation Engineer interested in delivering the Engineering content across multiple Facilities within the Conventional and Nuclear Projects’ portfolio? The Lead in AWE’s Ventilation Operations has an vacancy available that will give you the opportunity to carry out the following:Support existing facilities and new projects relating to all matters associated with ventilation and filtrationUndertake facility visits and walkdowns as necessary to gain familiarisation of ventilation systems and arrangements and provide advice when issues may arise and/or when modifications are proposedCo-ordinate and undertake comprehensive ‘end to end’ inspections and assessments of ventilation systems in nuclear, other hazardous and conventional facilitiesSupport the updating and configuration of ventilation documentation and the associated databases.Develop and produce ventilation design proposals and support the review process for design schemes from concept through to detailed designSupport a program of improvements to ensure the AWE continues to meet relevant good practice (RGP) in all matters relating to ventilation and filtrationEnsure that all relevant legislation, standards, procedures, and processes are followed in demonstrating legislative compliance associated with ventilation and LEV workplace controlEveryone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don’t always ‘tick every box’. That’s why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don’t meet every point below, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we’d love to receive your application.Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we’d like you to have experience in some of the following:Familiar with all aspects of ventilation systems including design, inspection, testing and operationsThe ability to multi-task and be able to plan work effectively, ensuring tasks are undertaken in order of priorityGood technical skills including fault finding and decision makingGreat communication skills, with a particular aptitude for report and documentation writingAn understanding of Health and Safety, and relevant legislation such as Ionising Radiation Regulations, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations, Asbestos, Control of Lead at Work (CLAW), Workplace Health, Safety and Welfare Regulations, CDM Regulations, Controlling Airborne contaminants at work (HSG258)Practical knowledge and experience in the Examination and Test of LEV ventilation plant and LEV Commissioning is desirable but not essential as full training will be given to the right candidateIdeally, we would expect candidates to have an ONC/HNC or equivalent qualification in an engineering discipline or equivalent vocational qualificationSome reasons we think you’ll love it here:AWE has wide range of benefits to suit you. These include:9-day working fortnight – meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leaveMarket leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions)

Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave – 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave – 4 Weeks Full PayOpportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional bodyEmployee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health ServicesLife Assurance (4 x annual salary)Discounts – access to savings on a wide range of everyday spendingSpecial Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caringThe ‘Working at AWE’ page on our website is where you can find full details in the ‘AWE Benefits Guide’.Important things you need to know:You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV.We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process.Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.#LI-MBNext steps:Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don’t always ‘tick every box’. That’s why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don’t meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we’d love to receive your application.Important things you need to know:

• We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes.
• You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV.
• We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process.
• Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.

Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide will be stored in accordance with GDPR and kept separate from your application form and CV, and the information will not be shared with anyone involved in interviewing or making hiring decisions.Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.

Expected salary

£39280 – 50000 per year

Location

Aldermaston, Berkshire

Job date

Thu, 01 May 2025 23:44:58 GMT

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