Paul Coates

A Nuclear professional and chartered engineer, with 25 years experience of work in the nuclear field, encompassing most areas of the Sellafield site and some reactors. Proven track record in the safe and efficient delivery of complex projects, particularly within nuclear applications. Played key role in solving several of the sites major challenges, from recovery of plant breakdowns that have shut down operations, to extension of operating life of critical assets until replacement capacity can come on line. These have accrued multiple millions of pounds in savings to the site and tax payer. Recent years have had a focus on Post Operative Cleanout and Remediation of the site, building collaborative relationships with the customers and specialist technology providers, to develop methods to access, sample, characterise and decontaminate the plant. The opportunity to work towards accelerating hazard reduction and reducing the cost of decommissioning and waste storage has been both energising and rewarding.

Offering strong background in technology leadership with focus on innovation, communication, problem-solving, and team collaboration. Dedicated and enthusiastic, keen to pass on skills and knowledge to those with less experience and happy to lead teams or work within them to deliver shared goals.