General Operative
Job Summary
Framatome is owned by the EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI 19.5%).
P - PRODUCTION - P5 - Warehouse - Handling
General Operative
Non fixed term
Energise Your Career with Framatome UK Powering a Safer Smarter Nuclear Future
Framatome is a global leader in nuclear energy recognised for delivering innovative value-added technologies that design build maintain and advance the worlds nuclear fleet. With 21000 employees in over 70 locations worldwide we provide components fuel and control systems for nuclear power plants along with a full suite of reactor services all focused on improving safety performance and sustainability.
Backed by EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (19.5%) were driving the future of clean energy. Here in the UK our team is already 400 strong and growing. As we expand our service offerings across the UK nuclear industry were aiming to reach 600 dedicated professionals in 2026.
Whether youre an experienced Welder Fabricator Plater Inspector or other skilled trades professional youll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects while developing your career within a supportive and growing organisation.
We are seeking a General Operative to join our team in Avonmouth.
This role will support the delivery of key projects within the nuclear sector working in a safety-focused environment where quality collaboration and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.
What Youll Be Doing :
Support manufacturing activities on the workshop floor within Avonmouth in line with business targets and objectives.
Liaise with Storeman Manufacturing Team Leader and Production Manager ensuring manufacturing activities are supported sufficiently.
Attend Daily Action Brief ensuring all daily risks and activities are throroughly understood.
Assist with the movement of materials and producrs around all units of workshop.
Provide assistance with routine maintenance activities within Framatome group.
Promote and maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
Provide assistance in the development of operational processes and procedures.
Deliver / collect goods or equipment from sub-contractors and suppliers on an ad hoc basis.
Key Outputs:
Provide necessary support to Welders / Fabricators / Storeman and the Manufacturing Support team when needed.
Loading and unloading of goods that are delivered or released from the workshop.
Comply and align with Goods-In / Goods-Out procedure.
Comply and align with all risk assessments associated with work undertaken.
Ensure all equipment is PAT tested and recorded througout the workshop.
What are we looking for
Were interested in hearing from candidates who can demonstrate:
Previous experience with operating a Forklift Truck.
Carries full driving license with clean record.
Experience in working to processes procedures and specifications.
Questioning attitude.
Good team working skills.
Organised with good attention to detail.
Ability to work in a team as well as under own initiative with a can-do attitude.
Whats In It For You
Nuclear standard training for career progression
25 days annual leave per year rising by 1 day for every 2 years worked (max 30 days) Bank Holidays
8% employer pension contribution with employee 1% contribution (salary sacrifice)
Individual and family private health care
Dental insurance for employees (BUPA)
Cashplan Level 2 cover
Employee assistance programme (EAP)
Professional Body Membership
Cycle to Work scheme (salary sacrifice)
Babbel learn a new language
Generous family leave
We are an equal opportunity employer. We value and plan to continue to build on the benefits of our diverse working environment and recognise a priority to improve gender mix.
Everyone will be considered without attention to race colour religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin or disability status.
The post is restricted due to the nature of the role and the export control regulations which apply. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required before employment begins.
United Kingdom Bristol
Avonmouth
Standard
Non-Degree Program
Experienced
Non cadre
Non
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Framatome’s teams design and build nuclear power plants, present at every stage of the process on all types of reactor technologies.