General Operative
Location
Ponsonby, Cumbria, North West, England
Salary
£13.18 - £13.81 per hour
Contract Type
Permanent
Work Type
Full Time
Posted on
14 Aug 2026
Job Title General Operative
Summary
We’re seeking a General Operative to support work on-site at Sellafield. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with the right site cards and safety awareness who wants a stable role with competitive pay under CIJC terms. Salary £13.18 per hour (CIJC) Location and Working
Pattern
Sellafield – 5-day working week (on-site)
Client Overview
Our client is a leading contractor in the nuclear sector, providing skilled labour and support services to maintain and develop essential UK energy infrastructure.
Responsibilities
If you have the required certifications and are ready to take on this opportunity, apply today and one of our team members will be in touch.
The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.
We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer. You can ensure you stay safe when job searching online by visiting the JobsAware website.
Summary
We’re seeking a General Operative to support work on-site at Sellafield. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with the right site cards and safety awareness who wants a stable role with competitive pay under CIJC terms. Salary £13.18 per hour (CIJC) Location and Working
Pattern
Sellafield – 5-day working week (on-site)
Client Overview
Our client is a leading contractor in the nuclear sector, providing skilled labour and support services to maintain and develop essential UK energy infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Assist with general site operations and manual tasks
- Move and handle materials safely following site procedures
- Support skilled trades on routine and ad-hoc activities
- Maintain site cleanliness and comply with housekeeping standards
- Follow all health, safety and environmental guidelines
- Carry out instructions from supervisors promptly and efficiently
- CSCS Green Labourer Card
- IOSH Working Safely certification
- Ability to work in a team and follow site safety rules
- Previous experience in industrial or construction settings
- Familiarity with CIJC sites and working practices
- Excellent rates of pay
- Lodge and travel allowances for non-local applicants
- Life and accident insurance
- Additional allowances in line with CIJC terms
If you have the required certifications and are ready to take on this opportunity, apply today and one of our team members will be in touch.
The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.
We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer. You can ensure you stay safe when job searching online by visiting the JobsAware website.
Apply today
Adam Blackburn
Recruitment Consultant
