Materials Handling Technician

Help us to make a world of difference

Urenco is a global leader in the production of low carbon energy. We work at the cutting edge of the transition to a sustainable, net zero world.

We’re looking for a Materials Handling Technician. Based at our Capenhurst site you’ll report to the Materials Handling Team Leader. A member of a team providing a materials handling service associated with the receipt, inspection, movement, storage and despatch of hex cylinders to meet demanding schedules, which contribute to the efficient operation of enrichment plants and meet all Urenco business plan and customer needs.

At Urenco we’re committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. If you feel you meet some, but not all of what were looking for, please still apply. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market leading training and development experiences. Along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry.

What you’ll do:

• Carries out cylinder handling, inspection, monitoring and transport activities safely, efficiently and to required quality standards, working to defined procedures and strict regulatory requirements
• Ensures cylinders are delivered to the enrichment plants on time and ensures all receipt and dispatch operations are carried out in accordance with delivery schedules and customer requirements
• Collects and records defined data, conducts checks, tests, calibrations and associated calculations, reports problems or abnormal conditions taking action to resolve those within own capability and authority.
• Uses SAP or bar code reader equipment for control of cylinder movements and locations.
• Communicates with others in order to determine customer needs, provides appropriate feedback and maintains continuity of work.
• Handles and monitors radioactive material and their containers and surveys working areas to ensure contamination levels and dose rates are kept within required limits.

What do you need to thrive in this role?

• Secondary vocational education. Ideally Grade C in Maths and English or a relevant NVQ qualification.
• Good manual dexterity with required knowledge of and ability to use tools, drive vehicles and operate cranes
• Verbal and written communication skills for task related duties with additional skills required for formal training and delivery
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Proficient in the use of site computer systems and applications as appropriate for the role (e.g. SAP, Microsoft Word, Excel, email).

What can you expect from us?

More than just a job, we offer a future. More than just a place to work, we provide an opportunity to prosper. As an employee of Urenco you will receive:

• Annual leave starting at 25 days, which increases by one day for every two years of service up to a maximum of 30 days. In addition, you will accrue 13 additional days off to be used flexibly. There’s also a newly added scheme for buying and selling holiday, up to 5 days.
• A diverse range of family friendly policies. including access to Bright Horizons Back-Up Care, which provides UK employees with emergency care options when regular arrangements fall through.
• A generous bonus scheme.
• A defined contribution pension scheme with up to 16% employer’s contribution.
• Single private medical and dental cover.
• Flexible benefits package including life assurance and income protection. In addition, you’ll have an opportunity to purchase additional benefits that suit your lifestyle and take advantage of tax and NI savings.
• Education and training we take pride in helping people learn and develop by supporting, accelerating and directing your learning. As well as the completion of mandatory health and safety courses, training packages will be offered to meet your specific needs.

Creating a diverse and inclusive workforce
As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please let our talent acquisition team know.
Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future.