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Waste Decommissioning Technician

Job details
Posting date: 01 April 2026
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 30 April 2026
Location: Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 0GD
Company: Rullion
Job type: Contract
Job reference: TR/355395_1774952298

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Summary

Waste Decommissioning Technician

Location: Didcot
Contract Duration: 12 months
Working Pattern: Monday - Thursday, 9.25 hours per day (37 hours per week)
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Working Arrangement: Full-time, onsite

Overview

We are recruiting Waste Decommissioning Technicians to support a major project involving the handling and processing of large concrete waste boxes. This is a hands-on role within a controlled industrial/nuclear environment, requiring a strong focus on health & safety, teamwork, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out Point of Work Safety Assessments (POWSA) and identify hazards

  • Support waste management activities including packaging, transport, and storage

  • Operate cranes, forklift trucks (training provided if required), and rigging equipment

  • Move and manage waste containers and materials across site

  • Perform basic maintenance and support waste processing operations

  • Monitor plant and equipment within competence (Health Physics duties)

  • Maintain accurate records (e.g. logging number of boxes received)

  • Contribute to team operations and continuous improvement

  • Support site emergency arrangements if required

  • Ensure compliance with all HSEQ policies and procedures

Essential Requirements

  • Crane driver certification

  • Experience working in an industrial environment

  • Strong understanding of health & safety procedures

  • Ability to work in physically demanding environments

Desirable Skills & Experience

  • Forklift truck experience (training can be provided)

  • Experience in waste management or industrial waste

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Company information:
This contract vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd
Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.
We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

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