Current Opportunities at NECSA

Job Profile:

• To independently perform mechanical engineering design of subsections of plants of facilities and to support the operation and optimization of Necsa’s plants and R&D projects in accordance with Necsa, SHEQ, regulatory and nuclear licensing requirements on a project basis (as part of an engineering team under full, limited to no direct supervision of an engineer-in-training, junior engineer to engineer respectively). requirements.

Key Performance Areas:

• Develop cost effective engineering solutions and ensuring that services are delivered on a competitive basis.
• Perform mechanical design, with a limited scope and complexity, of the following,:
  • Pressure vessels and Heat Exchangers - (ASME VIII)
  • Safety class items High and Medium - (ASME III)
  • Mechanical load bearing structures
  • Lifting equipment
  • Machines, Jigs and Fixtures
  • Products
  • Ventilation systems
  • Process piping
• Perform concept and basic process engineering of plants or facilities on assigned SSCs and produce typical output documentation to specify the product/s appropriately and in sufficient detail for efficient configuration management.
• Provide process engineering input to the detail design phases of projects.
• Provide input to feasibility studies.
• Perform the function of SSC owner for facilities in which ENS is appointed as design authority and takes responsibility for the performance of an integrated system.
• Typically be accountable for own engineering output and expected to independently deliver suitable output to achieve set project objectives when performing as an engineer;
• Apply application internationally acceptable standards during the design process, specifically for subsections of facilities and SSCs.
• Incorporate the approved design processes and safety, licensing and SHEQ-INS requirements into products/output to ensure compliance with the design control plan and applicable regulations and stakeholder requirements.
• Contribute to Design Reviews, and update design accordingly.
•  Contribute to Hazard and Operability Studies, and update design accordingly.
• Interact with the customer to ensure that reliable information and input is obtained from the customer and other stakeholders as input to design and problem solving for SSCs;
• Undertake problem solving and optimisation across Necsa and subsidiaries relating to chemical/process engineering aspects in process plants, (e.g. product purity, equipment malfunctioning, etc.) on an ad-hoc basis/ as requested with limited specialized guidance
• Check technical reports and design output of a process/chemical engineering nature of team members to ensure accuracy, sound assumptions and correct application of the selected codes and standards (e.g. perform design verification including alternative calculations where required).
• Conduct research and analysis to ensure recommendation of optimal and effective solutions to process engineering problems;
• Obtain sufficient information on operations of Necsa facilities to ensure that services add value and to minimise induction time. and presentation of drawings and models.
• Develop Work methods & techniques
• Develop Policies & Procedures.
• Introduce Innovative approaches, systems and processes within the Engineering Framework.

Requirements

KEY KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Sound knowledge of the systems acquisition process, i.e. from plant design to commissioning
• Knowledge of the nuclear fuel cycle
• Knowledge of process engineering and ability to perform process engineering design calculations (mass and energy balance, unit operations sizing, pressure drop calculations, etc.) and specifications.
• Sound knowledge of chemical unit operations and design of units and SSCs
• General knowledge of all other engineering disciplines
• Ability to apply recommended Engineering Standards for specific applications.
• Ability to perform work of medium to complex nature accurately and promptly, without supervision.
• Computer literacy and ability to learn to use new advanced engineering software as required.
• Self-training to attain new skills and knowledge when required.
• Be physically and mentally fit to work in nuclear and processing facilities (e.g. be registered as nuclear and chemical workers when required)..

COMPETENCIES
 

• Analytical Thinking & Attention to Detail
• Problem Solving
• Creativity / Innovation
• Time & self-Management
• Drive (Results Orientation)
• Relationship Building
• Customer Service Orientation
• Effective communication
• Efficient and concise writing skills
• Ability to identify scope of work and deliver focused output to address the scope and solve the essence of problems
• Ability to solve problems, think “ot-of the box” and determine the root cause of problems
• Safety Orientations
• Technical / Professional Competence
• Knowledge Sharing
• Teamwork

Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

•  Engineering degree (B.Eng/ BSc.Eng) in Mechanical Engineering

Experience: 

• 3 years’ experience in an engineering  environment, respectively after assuming a Bachelor’s degree
• Registration with ECSA

Closing Date:

•  04 August 2023

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Job Profile:

• To provide a cost-effective Draughting services while doing design of moderate complexity at a level of difficulty that is suited to an experienced draughtsman

Key Performance Areas:

• Create 3D concept / presentation models and drawings for design engineers and customers.
• Generate component & assembly 3D models and detailed 2D drawings.
• Creating interface designs, models and drawings on Solid Edge, Solid Works and Pro-Engineer.
• Integrate complex models and layouts.
• Translate drawings or models from suppliers into integrated models and drawings to verify compliance within plant.
• Provide technical guidance in respect of problem solving and decision-making.
• Adhere to procedures, design specifications, safety and quality standards and customer requirements.
• Responsible for configuration of models and drawing within Teamcenter.
• Comply too ISO 9001/2008 quality requirements.
• Broad and in-depth knowledge of relevant technical drawings.
• Broad knowledge of variety of equipment.
• Workable knowledge of material types.
• Practical knowledge of multi-disciplinary engineering application.
• Ability to plan layout and presentation of drawings and models
• Develop  Work methods & techniques
• Develop Policies & Procedures

Requirements

KEY KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

•  Working knowledge of drawing office best practices.
• Working knowledge of Solid Edge, Solid Works and Pro-Engineer
• Excellent organising skills
• Be physically and mentally fit to work in nuclear and processing facilities (e.g. be registered as nuclear and chemical workers when required)..

COMPETENCIES

• Analytical Thinking & Attention to Detail
• Problem Solving
• Creativity / Innovation
• Time & self-Management
• Drive (Results Orientation)
• Relationship Building
• Customer Service Orientation
• Efficient and concise writing skills
• Ability to identify scope of work and deliver focused output to address the scope and solve the essence of problems
• Ability to solve problems, think “ot-of the box” and determine the root cause of problems
• Safety Orientations
• Technical / Professional Competence
• Knowledge Sharing
• Teamwork

Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

• Grade 12 or N2 Technical qualification with maths
• Preferred- N6 Technical qualification

Experience: 

• 5 years Draughting experience

Closing Date:

04 August 2023

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Job Profile: 

• Render technical support to NWM regarding the licensing, engineering, implementation/ construction and commissioning aspects of the various radioactive waste management pre-treatment, processing, conditioning and storage processes and NWM waste facilities on the Necsa site.  This includes decontamination and decommissioning.

Key Performance Areas:

• Review and maintain safety cases for waste processing facilities.
• Maintain the applicable licensing documentation.
• Review technically and from a safety perspective the applicable Safety Assessments.
• Review processes for waste conditioning in line with the Waste Acceptance Criteria (WAC) for applicable disposal facility.
• Maintenance of existing process systems.
• HAZOP’s and optimization of waste processes
• Managing of project tasks to comply with internal Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality requirements.
• Assist in managing of project tasks to comply with internal Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality requirements.
• Assist in evaluation of effective strategies for technical projects e.g. licensing corporate SHEQ requirements.
• Managing multidisciplinary projects in conjunction with project manager through all the design phases: concept, design, construction/ installation, commissioning, handover/ operation.
• Technically review the following documents: Safety cases, Reports, Manuals, ISIP, Procedures, OTS, Specifications, Design Specifications, WAR, HIRA, Basis of design, QA Plan, HAZOP, Training procedures, Purchase specifications, SAR, Problem statements

Requirements

KEY KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Knowledge of project management
• Knowledge of quality systems and regulatory procedures.
• Facilitation of processes (HAZOP’s and other applicable SHEQ evaluation systems)
• Technical writing skills and computer literacy.
• Process design
• Knowledge of contract management
• Knowledge of design of radioactive waste management facilities and processes: Report and procedure writing, Quality assurance, good health (radiation worker).
• Knowledge: Conditioning, treatment, storage and disposal techniques for management of nuclear waste.
• Problem solving & Interpersonal skills  
• Computer literacy is essential.
• Medically fit to be registered as an occupationally exposed worker.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Education

• BSc honours / BEng / BTech. (Chemistry/Physics/Nuclear Sciences)

Experience:  

• At least 1 to 5 years in the design, development, construction, licensing, commissioning, and maintenance of nuclear facilities.

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Job Profile:

• To supervise the operations of the furnace, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, optimizing production efficiency, coordinating shifts, and ensuring proper handling and disposal of uranium-contaminated materials in accordance with regulations.

 Key Performance Areas:

• Ensure optimal production output by monitoring the performance of the induction furnaces. This includes maintaining high uptime, minimizing downtime, and maximizing the efficiency of the furnace operation.
• Operationalize procedures by compiling, reviewing, and executing prescribed work instructions
• Receive radiological contaminated components
• Continuously seeking opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the induction furnace processes for uranium-contaminated material.
• Supervise and guide the shift team, including furnace operators and support staff, in the handling and processing of uranium-contaminated material.
• Coordinate and oversee routine maintenance activities to ensure the proper functioning of the induction furnaces and associated equipment.
• Implement and maintain quality control measures to ensure that the produced materials meet the required specifications and quality standards.
• Implement rigorous quality control measures to ensure that the processed material meets the required specifications and quality standard
• Ensure that resource requirements are available for the effective and efficient operation of the facility.
• Adhere to all applicable regulations, licenses, permits, and legal requirements related to handling and processing uranium-contaminated material.
• Oversee the facility equipment inspections and the non-compliances register job cards.
• Ensure that the Smelter Facility processes  conform to Nuclear licensing requirements
• Ensure that the housekeeping in the facility is maintained.

Requirements
KEY KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

•  Basic problem solving, corrective action and optimisation
• Communication and training skills
• Understanding of production processes
• Knowledge of BBS observation
• Accurate data capture and interpretation
• Production planning
• Knowledge of statutory requirements

COMPETENCIES

• Basic computer knowledge
• Team player
• Pro-active
• Trustworthy
• Accuracy
• Leadership
• Human resource supervising
• Work instruction implementation and observation

Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

• National Diploma in Metallurgical Engineering/Chemical Engineering

Experience: 

• Minimum 3 years’ experience working with induction furnaces of the which 2 years must be in supervisory role

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Job Profile:

• Render technical specialist support to NWM regarding the licensing, engineering, implementation/ construction and commissioning aspects of the various radioactive waste management pre-treatment, processing, conditioning, and storage processes and NWM waste facilities on the Necsa site.  This includes decontamination and decommissioning. The incumbent will also be responsible to supervise and develop personnel.

Key Performance Areas:

• Develop, review, and maintain safety cases for waste processing facilities.
• Prepare and maintain the applicable licensing documentation.
• Review technically and from a safety perspective the applicable Safety Assessments.
• Develop, review, and establish processes for waste conditioning in line with the Waste Acceptance Criteria (WAC) for applicable disposal facility.
• Development of new process management systems, maintenance, and upgrading of existing systems.
• HAZOP’s and optimization of waste processes
• Managing of project tasks to comply with internal Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality requirements.
• Managing of project tasks to comply with internal Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality requirements.
• Development and evaluation of effective strategies for technical projects e.g. licensing corporate SHEQ requirements.
• Managing multidisciplinary projects through all the design phases: concept, design, construction/ installation, commissioning, handover/ operation.
• Technically prepare or review the following documents: Safety cases, Reports, Manuals, ISIP, Procedures, OTS, Specifications, Design Specifications, WAR, HIRA, Basis of design, QA Plan, HAZOP, Training procedures, Purchase specifications, SAR, Problem statements.
• Supervision of scientists/engineers ensuring deliverables are met.
• Maintain and create development plans including succession strategy.

Requirements

KEY KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Management: Project management.
• Knowledge of quality systems and regulatory procedures.
• Facilitation of processes (HAZOP’s and other applicable SHEQ evaluation systems)
• Technical writing skills and computer literacy.
• Process design
• Knowledge of contract management
• Knowledge of design of radioactive waste management facilities and processes: Report and procedure writing, Quality assurance, good health (radiation worker).
• Knowledge: Conditioning, treatment, storage, and disposal techniques for management of nuclear waste
• Sound knowledge and understanding of all plant systems and operation.

COMPETENCIES

• Problem solving,
• Results and delivery focused
• Teamwork
• Safety Consciousness
• Integrity
• Strong drive to impact knowledge
• Leadership skills
• Strong Communication skills
• Ability to build effective relationships and delivery on expectations.
• Coaching and mentoring
•  Risk assessment principles
• Analytical and Problem-solving ability
• Root cause analysis
• Medically fit to be registered as an occupationally exposed worker.

Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

• BSc honours or BEng. (Chemistry/Physics/Nuclear Sciences)
• Registered with professional body (SACNASP/ECSA) will be an added advantage.

Experience: 

• 10+ years in the design, development, construction, licensing, commissioning and maintenance of nuclear facilities

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Job Profile:

• Provide mechanical in-service support to NWM operations, projects, and facilities. This includes the installation, modification and maintenance of these facilities and processes, and statutory inspection planning.

Key Performance Areas:

• Provide in-service and maintenance support for the NLM facilities,
• Prepare, review In-service Inspection and maintenance Programs (ISIP&M) for the various processes and facilities, including ensure compliance to the ISIP&M.
• Implementation of modifications and installations to NWM facilities and processes as required.
• Ensure compliance to NWM facility Inspection and Maintenance programs.
• Co-ordinating of statutory inspection requirements for different plants and buildings under NWM supervision
• In-service examination, testing, inspection, and maintenance of any of the NLM plants to ensure that the integrity of the mechanical components and systems conform to that on which the nuclear operating license for the plant was granted.
• Participating in the planning, installation and commissioning of equipment and processes of Projects
• Technically prepare, review, or provide inputs for the following documents: Manuals, ISIP&M, Procedures, OTS, Specifications, Design Specifications, WAR, HIRA, Basis of design, HAZOP, Training procedures, Purchase specifications

Requirements

KEY KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• A good knowledge in the mechanical maintenance field
• Pneumatic and/or hydraulic background/understanding will be an advantage.
• Computer literacy is essential.
• Knowledge of the NWM plants and buildings 
• Knowledge of the applicable regulatory, statutory, and other applicable SHEQ requirements
• Knowledge in the conditioning, treatment, storage, and disposal techniques for the management of nuclear waste
• Medically fit to be registered as an occupationally exposed worker.
• Behavioural
•  Results and delivery focused, ability to meet deadlines.
•  Teamwork
• Safety Consciousness
• Integrity

Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Experience: 

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the mechanical maintenance field and nuclear waste facilities.
• Experience in the design, development, construction, and commissioning of facilities

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Job Profile:

• The incumbent is responsible to manage the personnel and activities within Decommissioning Services by planning, organising, leading and controlling in order to ensure that the allocated facilities are kept in a state of passive safety between the decommissioning phases, in accordance with licenses, SHEQ and other applicable statutory requirements.

Key Performance Areas:

• Ensure inspection of all decommissioning equipment.
• Ensure that maintenance and repairing / replacing of equipment to maintain proper functioning thereof and continued service delivery.  
• Manage Decommissioning Facilities and Activities to ensure that all plant systems are in  working order and that the following are in place:
• Implement and monitor facility approved waste management plans
• Ensure that all allocated facilities are under effective Care & Maintenance programs and projects that comply with the applicable Nuclear Installations License (NIL)
• Ensure that prescribed PPE is issued, personnel trained on the use of PPE prior to performing activities. 
• Ensure implementation and maintain Necsa’s SHEQ & Security requirements, NIL requirements and other requirements as applicable.
• Manage projects resulting in CAM and Decommissioning Services.
• Manage activities arising from projects in CAM and Decommissioning Services.
• Prepare or review the projects specifications, reports, purchase specifications, requisitions, tender documentation etc.
• Manage, control and monitor the budget for their respective group in Decommissioning Services to ensure expenditure is aligned with the business plan and cost controlled within agreed budget limits.
• Ensure that personnel are issued with annual performance contracts and appraisals are concluded timeously
• Implement and manage HR policies and systems put in place to manage personnel attendance and performance. 

Requirements

KEY KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• In-depth knowledge and understanding of:
• Necsa plants, facilities and processes;
• Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety;
• Nuclear Energy Act;
• OSH Act;
• Environmental Management Act;
• Waste Management Databases;
• ISO 9000/14000;
• Business and management principles and systems involved in the management of Radioactive Waste.
• Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) systems, requirements; acts, regulations, licenses, permits and protocols.

COMPETENCIES

• Analytical Thinking and Attention to detail
• Anticipating and Managing Change
• Focus and Alertness
• Holistic / Big Picture Thinking
• Creativity / Innovation
• Judgement and Decision-Making
• Problem Solving
• Mechanical/ Physical Reasoning
• Action Orientation and Decisiveness
• Adaptability / Flexibility
• Assertiveness
• Drive (Results Orientation)
• Excellence / Quality Orientation
• Objectivity

Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

• B Eng (Mechanical/Chemical) 

Experience: 

• Five years’ experience in nuclear plant operations plus two years’ experience in a supervisory role

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Job Profile:

• To provide a cost-effective Draughting service in the execution of process engineering design of moderate complexity, at a level of difficulty that is suited to an experienced draughtsperson.

Key Performance Areas:

• Create Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping & Instrumentation Drawings (P&IDs) for design engineers and customers.
• Generate PFDs and P&IDs as part of new plant designs.
• Update available PFDs and P&IDs through line tracing in existing plants (design reconstitution).
• Create interface designs, models and drawings on Solid Edge, Solid Works and Pro-Engineer.
• Integrate complex models and layouts.
• Translate drawings or models from suppliers into integrated models and drawings to verify compliance within plant.
• Provide technical guidance in respect of problem solving and decision making.
• Adhere to procedures, design specifications, safety and quality standards, and customer requirements.
• Responsible for configuration of models and drawings within Teamcenter.
• Comply with ISO 9001:2015 quality requirements.
• Comply with ANSI/ISA 5.1-2022 Standard for Instrumentation Symbols and Identification.
• Broad and in-depth knowledge of relevant technical drawings.
• Broad knowledge of variety of plant and process equipment.
• Workable knowledge of different types of chemicals and materials of construction.
• Practical knowledge of multi-disciplinary engineering application.
• Ability to plan layout and presentation of drawings and models
• Develop work methods & techniques
• Develop Policies & Procedures
• Introduce Innovative approaches, systems and processes within the Engineering Framework.

Requirements

KEY KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Working knowledge of drawing office best practices.
• Working knowledge of Solid Edge, Solid Works and Pro-Engineer
• Excellent organising skills
• Ability to identify scope of work and deliver focused output to address the scope and solve the essence of problems
• Ability to solve problems, think “out-of the box” and determine the root cause of problems
• Ability to identify scope of work and deliver focused output to address the scope and solve the essence of problems
• Safety Orientations
• Be physically and mentally fit to work in nuclear and processing facilities (e.g. be registered as nuclear and chemical workers when required)..

COMPETENCIES

• Analytical Thinking & Attention to Detail
• Problem Solving
• Creativity / Innovation
• Time & self-Management
• Drive (Results Orientation)
• Relationship Building
• Customer Service Orientation
• Effective communication
• Efficient and concise writing skills
• Safety Orientations
• Technical / Professional Competence
• Knowledge Sharing
• Teamwork
• Customer Service Orientation
• Effective communication

Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

• Grade 12 or N2 Technical qualification with maths
• Preferred- N6 Technical qualification

Experience: 

• 5 years Draughting experience

go to method of application »

Job Profile:

• Render technical specialist support to NWM regarding the licensing, engineering, implementation/ construction and commissioning aspects of the various radioactive waste management pre-treatment, processing, conditioning and storage processes and NWM waste facilities on the Necsa site.  This includes decontamination and decommissioning.

Key Performance Areas:

• Develop, review, and maintain safety cases for waste processing facilities.
• Prepare and maintain the applicable licensing documentation.
• Review technically and from a safety perspective the applicable Safety Assessments.
• Develop, review, and establish processes for waste conditioning in line with the Waste Acceptance Criteria (WAC) for applicable disposal facility.
• Assist in the development of new process management systems, maintenance, and upgrading of existing systems.
• HAZOP’s and optimization of waste processes
• Manage project tasks to comply with internal Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality requirements.
• Patriciate in the development and evaluation of effective strategies for technical projects e.g. licensing corporate SHEQ requirements.
• Manage multidisciplinary projects through all the design phases: concept, design, construction/ installation, commissioning, handover/ operation.
• Technically prepare or review the following documents: Safety cases, Reports, Manuals, ISIP, Procedures, OTS, Specifications, Design Specifications, WAR, HIRA, Basis of design, QA Plan, HAZOP, Training procedures, Purchase specifications, SAR, Problem statements.

Requirements

KEY KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Knowledge of project management.
• Knowledge of quality systems and regulatory procedures.
• Facilitation of processes (HAZOP’s and other applicable SHEQ evaluation systems)
• Technical writing skills and computer literacy.
• Process design
• Knowledge of contract management
• Knowledge of design of radioactive waste management facilities and processes: Report and procedure writing, Quality assurance, good health (radiation worker).
• Knowledge: Conditioning, treatment, storage and disposal techniques for management of nuclear waste.
• Skills: Problem solving, Interpersonal thinker,
• Computer literacy is essential.
• Medically fit to be registered as an occupationally exposed worker.

Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

• BSc honours or BEng. (Chemistry/Physics/Nuclear Sciences)

Experience: 

• 5+ years in the design, development, construction, licensing, commissioning, and maintenance of nuclear facilities