B3 Senior Power platform Developer – PowerApps /SharePoint developer, power platform developer

ONR is not a Civil Service department, however, we are an arms length body of Department of Work and Pensions.

Background

The Office for Nuclear Regulation is the UK’s independent nuclear regulator, with the legal authority to regulate nuclear safety, security and conventional health and safety at 36 licensed nuclear sites in Great Britain (GB). This includes the existing fleet of operating reactors, fuel cycle facilities, waste management and decommissioning sites, as well as licensed defence sites, together with the regulation of the design and construction of new nuclear facilities.

ONR also regulates the transport of nuclear and radioactive materials by road, rail and inland waterways, and as of January 2021 operates the UK’s State System of Accountancy for and Control of Nuclear Materials (SSAC) and a domestic safeguards regime.

As part of its 2025 strategy ONR is committed to being a modern and transparent regulator, delivering trusted outcomes and value. We are making substantial investments in new digital technologies and skills to enhance our regulatory processes and management of information.

Advances in technology and developments in data analytics team, have begun to change the way we manage and use data as an organisation. The knowledge and skills that we have gained supports all areas of our work. There are more duty holders using advanced techniques in their business, and we need to understand them to support them effectively.

Job purpose

The Senior PowerApps developer will maintain ONR’s existing Power platform solutions and develop new solutions in line with the ONR’s needs, at times integrating with or leveraging the surrounding Microsoft technologies including Dataverse / Dynamics 365, SharePoint, etc. The role will sit in the Data & Analytics function area of the IT Delivery Directorate at ONR. To provide a systematic method of capturing regulatory and corporate data from across ONR, several data capture mechanisms are required.

This role requires strong hands-on experience but also the ability to understand organisation needs to develop a roadmap to meet the demands. The candidate will need to be proficient at translating business requirements into the best possible solution, whilst always mindful of best practice. Initial build will largely focus on canvas app storing the data into a SharePoint list. Existing builds make use of data verse so the candidate should have experience of building PowerApps using Canvas app, Data verse/Model driven apps and SharePoint lists.

The candidate will also lead on training other team members and must document other process/changes to a high standard.

About the role

Principal responsibilities

The senior power apps developer will be responsible for leading and developing several power app solutions mostly canvas but some work may involve data verse and portal work. Developer will also be expected to grow their knowledge and expertise in other Microsoft based technologies such Power Automate, SQL, etc. 

Key operational responsibilities

• Architect, design and implement complex enterprise-scale integration solutions, adopting various technologies
• Create high-level solution designs for change initiatives and the Data & Analytics team – then presenting these designs back
• End-to-end ownership of shaping solutions & defining the right approach based on the needs of ONR.
• Excellent problem solving, and the ability to articulate solutions in a business context.
• Be Agile – participate in all Agile ceremonies, have responsibility for large blocks of work for staff in various disciplines and an ability to break down user stories into tasks.
• Lead the sharing of knowledge, documentation and good practice across ONR; document all process guides and technical changes to a high standard.
• Communicate and collaborate across ONR and therelationships to maximise the benefits of BI Strategy; develop a mature data culture and smarter ways of working.
• Be a trusted technology adviser on all Power platform initiatives as well as your colleagues.

Line Management Responsibilities

None currently, however, at this level there could be an expectation to manage staff in the future.

Location / travel

This post may be undertaken from a base at any one of ONR’s office locations (Bootle, Cheltenham or London), however, there will be an expectation to attend the Bootle office on a regular basis.

ONR operates hybrid working (working in the office and or at home) as part of our flexible working policy.  There is an expectation that everyone will spend time in the office on a regular basis, recognising that some work is better done face to face. Managers will work with their teams on what works best to meet individual, team, business and organisational needs to enable collaboration, as well as balancing personal choice and wellbeing.

Security Clearance

The successful candidate must hold or can achieve and retain National Security Vetting clearance at SC level.

Person specification

ONR is committed to being an inclusive employer and we welcome and encourage applications from all applicants. We will make reasonable adjustments and adaptations to ensure the recruitment process is inclusive and barrier-free. For example, providing job descriptions in alternative formats, and providing communication support and accessible venues. If you would like to discuss how we can support you, please contact  (ONR.Human-Resources@onr.gov.uk/ or  0203 028 0133 / 0203 028 0120) who will be able to provide further information and discuss any reasonable adjustments you may need during the recruitment process. We will offer an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the role. Applicants also have the choice to opt into our Guaranteed Interview Scheme when completing their application where we will offer an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

ONR recognises it has a role to play in helping those leaving the Armed Forces (veterans) and have introduced a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for veterans. This is part of a Government initiative known as the ‘Great Place to Work for veterans. Veterans are officially defined as anyone who has served for at least one day in His Majesty’s Armed Forces (Regular or Reserve). All veterans who meet the minimum critera for a role will be invited to interview and they have the choice to opt into this scheme when completing their application. To be eligible to apply for roles under the initiative, veterans must meet certain eligibility criteria below;

• have served for at least one year in His Majesty’s Armed Forces (as a Regular or Reserve)
• be in transition from, or ceased to be a member of, His Majesty’s Armed Forces; and
• not already be employed by ONR

Essential job-related expertise/experience and skills

• Strong experience of Microsoft Power Platform, architecture, and components (Power Apps/Automate/BI)
• Knowledge of building model driven power app applications
• Experience in utilising Microsoft 365 tools and applications, with particular focus on the Power platform (namely PowerApps and Power Automate)
• Proven ability to communicate effectively to both technical & non-technical stakeholders; collaborate and lead others to maximise the capture and the use of data to benefit the business

Desirable skills and experience

• Experience of setting up SharePoint for an organisation
• Experience of Power BI and reporting

An annual leave allowance of 25 plus 8 days public holiday. There is also an entitlement to 1 privilege day. Your annual leave allowance will increase by 1 day each year up to a maximum of 30 days.

• Learning and development tailored to your role
• An environment with flexible working options
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity 
• A civil service pension 

Job contact :

• Name : Adrian Davies
• Email : Adrian.davies@onr.gov.uk

Recruitment team

• Email : ONR.Human-Resources@onr.gov.uk