Electrical And Instrumentation Technician

Description:

Babcock International Group, through its Cavendish Nuclear division, is seeking a skilled Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Technician to join its operations at the Sellafield site near Seascale and Egremont, Cumbria.

In this critical role, you will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, calibrating, and testing Radiation Protection Instruments—ensuring their accuracy, safety, and compliance with both internal and external regulatory requirements.

You will play an essential part in supporting safe and efficient operations at one of the UK’s most vital nuclear sites. This role combines hands-on technical work with opportunities to contribute to team development, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct repair, maintenance, calibration, and testing of radiation protection instruments.

• Ensure all maintenance tasks comply with local procedures, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.

• Maintain detailed and accurate records of work activities and instrument performance.

• Provide technical advice and progress updates to internal customers and supervisors.

• Mentor apprentices and new team members, supporting knowledge transfer and high performance.

• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Apprenticeship or equivalent training in Electrical, Electronic, or Instrumentation disciplines.

• Level 3 Electrical Qualification (or equivalent certification).

• Demonstrated experience in electronic systems servicing and technical troubleshooting.

• Knowledge of conventional and nuclear safety principles.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to working to precise standards and procedures.

Security Clearance:

• The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain Security Check (SC) clearance.

• Eligibility may depend on nationality, residency history, and citizenship.

• Further details: United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK.

What Babcock Offers:

• Competitive salary up to £45,000 + overtime pay.

• Matched contribution pension scheme and life assurance.

• Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy or sell annual leave.

• Aviva DigiCare+ benefits, including access to a Digital GP, annual health checks, and wellness consultations.

• Employee share scheme and discount portals.

• Payment of professional fees.

• 10 days’ special paid leave for armed forces reservists.

• “Be Kind Day” – one paid day per year for volunteering with your chosen charity.

• Excellent development opportunities, including training and progression across the Babcock International Group.

• Supportive work environment promoting inclusion, diversity, and wellbeing.

About Cavendish Nuclear (Part of Babcock International Group):

Cavendish Nuclear is the UK’s leading nuclear services company, delivering innovative solutions in clean energy, defence, decommissioning, and new build projects. Operating globally, Cavendish plays a key role in ensuring nuclear operations are safer, more efficient, and cost-effective.

Employees benefit from exposure to diverse international projects—from the UK to Canada, the USA, and Japan—contributing to Babcock’s mission of creating a safe and secure world, together.