Radiation Specialist

Skills Hub Recruitment Solutions; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 223,200 - 334,800; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Radiation Safety Officer in Abu Dhabi. The role involves ensuring compliance with radiation regulations, conducting safety training, and monitoring radiation levels across healthcare facilities. Qualified candidates should hold relevant degrees and certifications, along with extensive experience in radiation safety roles. This position offers competitive remuneration and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Health Physics, Radiological Science, or Nuclear Engineering.
• Certified Radiation Protection Officer (RPO) certification accredited for FANR.
• Minimum of 5 years in radiation safety roles in medical, industrial, or nuclear.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine radiation surveys and dose rate monitoring.
• Implement ALARA principles for radiation safety.
• Prepare regulatory filings and incident reports.
• Calibrate and maintain radiation detection instruments.
• Develop and deliver training for staff on radiation safety.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Radiation safety training

Monitoring systems calibration

Incident response planning

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Health Physics or related field

Certified Radiation Protection Officer (RPO)

Tools

Radiation detection instruments

Dosimeters

Job description

Responsible for ensuring safe and compliant use of ionizing & nonionizing radiation in accordance with FANR (Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation) and Abu Dhabi Department of Health regulations. Work across healthcare facilities, research labs.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine radiation surveys and dose rate monitoring at medical, industrial, and research sites.
• Implement ALARA principles via time, distance, shielding, and PPE protocols.
• Ensure compliance with FANR regulations and Abu Dhabi-specific rules.
• Prepare/submission of regulatory filings, incident reports, and license renewals.
• Calibrate and maintain radiation detection instruments, dosimeters, and monitoring systems.
• Develop and deliver radiation safety training for radiographers, lab personnel, engineers, contractors.
• Coordinate sealed source handling, leak testing, and emergency drills.
• Draft and lead radiation incident & spill response plans.
• Perform contamination surveys and decontamination procedures.
• Oversee safe storage, transportation, and disposal of radioactive materials/waste following FANR guidance ICTD.

Qualifications & Certifications

Bachelors or Masters in Health Physics, Radiological Science, Nuclear Engineering, or related field.

Certified Radiation Protection Officer (RPO) certificate, accredited for FANR (offered in Abu Dhabi).

35 years in radiation safety roles in medical, industrial, or nuclear.