Technical Author - Radioactive Waste Management

About the role

Babcock is recruiting a Technical Author for its Devonport Royal Dockyard site in Plymouth, supporting the safe delivery of radioactive waste management operations. You will research, develop and maintain the controlled documentation that keeps critical operations safe, efficient and compliant with regulatory requirements, working with engineers, subject matter experts and operational teams. The role is full time, 35 hours per week, with hybrid working.

Key responsibilities

• Create, maintain and improve technical procedures and operational documentation for radioactive waste management activities.
• Work with engineers, planners and operational teams to gather and validate technical information.
• Provide technical support for work planning, scheduling and cost estimation.
• Carry out onsite reviews to keep documentation accurate, current and fit for purpose.
• Perform quality assurance reviews to ensure compliance with regulatory, contractual and safety requirements.

Required profile

• BTEC Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant STEM discipline, or a recognised apprenticeship in a STEM discipline or equivalent experience.
• Relevant engineering experience.
• Sole UK National able to obtain and maintain Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information (NNPPI) security clearance; the role is subject to national security clearance and trade control restrictions.

Required skills

• Understanding of engineering principles and the ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics and specifications.
• Ability to analyse information from multiple technical sources and produce clear, accurate documentation.
• Understanding of industrial and radiological working environments and associated hazards.
• Experience supporting the maintenance of facilities and equipment in an engineering or industrial setting.
• Desirable: experience producing controlled technical documentation in a highly regulated environment, and knowledge of nuclear, defence, engineering or industrial operations.

What we offer

• Salary of £33,900 - £42,400 depending on experience, plus benefits.
• Generous holiday allowance and matched contribution pension with life assurance.
• Digital GP, annual health check and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+, and an employee share scheme.
• Employee shopping savings portal, payment of professional fees and 10 days special paid leave for reservists.
• Holiday trading and a Be Kind Day of paid leave for volunteering.
• Development opportunities and an employee assistance programme.