Radiation Protection Assistant

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories; Pinawa; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories is seeking an RP Assistant for its Whiteshell Laboratories to perform critical radiation protection compliance duties. This role involves conducting radiation surveys, ensuring workplace safety, and supporting decommissioning projects. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in radiological environments and possess excellent teamwork and communication skills.

Benefits

Paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal)

Benefits effective day one

Tuition support

Pension

Compressed workweek

Qualifications

• Must complete RP Group 2 training successfully.
• Three years’ experience in a radiological environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine radiation and contamination surveys.
• Perform source and function checks of monitoring instruments.
• Assist in waste handling and packaging processes.

Skills

Understanding of mathematics and science

Teamwork

Punctuality

Dependable

Safety-minded

Good communication skills

Education

Grade 12 education or equivalent

Radiation Protection Group 2 training

Radiation Protection Group 3 and/or Group 2 qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)

Job description

Can you see yourself assisting in the performance of radiation protection (RP) compliance routines? If so, our Whiteshell Laboratories (WL) location is seeking an RP Assistant to conduct workplace radiation and contamination surveys and assist in implementing exposure and contamination controls. Apply today!

What will you be doing!

• Performing routine radiation and contamination surveys to confirm acceptable workplace conditions.
• Performing source and function checks of radiation and contamination monitoring instruments and reporting discrepancies.
• Assisting in tracking, shipping and controlling radiation and contamination monitoring instruments onsite and offsite.
• Assisting in the characterization and screening of materials and equipment in the radiological clearance process.
• Supporting decommissioning projects.
• Collecting effluent exhaust stack filters and samples for submission to Environmental Compliance.
• Assisting in the provision of exposure and contamination control measures.
• Assisting in the waste handling and packaging process.
• Assisting in other RP areas such as dosimetry, and project support.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.
  

What we are looking for:

• Education
  • Grade 12 education or equivalent is required.
  • Must undertake and successfully complete RP Group 2 training.
  • Radiation Protection Group 3 and/or Group 2 qualification is an asset.
• Experience
  • Three (3) years’ experience working in a radiological environment.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Must possess a fundamental understanding of mathematics and science.
  • Must possess initiative and the ability to work as a team member.
  • Must be punctual, dependable, and safety-minded.
  • Ability to adapt to a changing environment.
  • Must be conscientious and meticulous in keeping records.
  • Ability to use good judgment and be safety-conscious.
  • Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Familiar with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, & Excel).
  • Ability to remain focused and to complete assignments on schedule.
• Security Clearance Eligibility Required
  • Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3-5 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat's “Standard on Security Screening” and the “Policy on Government Security.”
    

Working Conditions:

• We have a compressed work week, which consists of a four-day work week and ten hours a day, starting at 6 am.
• Must have the physical agility and mobility necessary to perform all aspects of the work, which involves frequent bending and lifting.
• Must be able to wear full Personal Protective Equipment and Clothing (PPE&C) for work activities in high contamination zones.
• Ability to work in an operational and decommissioning environment with radiological and industrial safety hazards (i.e. laboratories, workshops, and construction and demolition areas).

Why CNL?

Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We're reinventing ourselves to be the pacesetters so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.

We offer a complete total rewards package :

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal);
• Benefits effective day one, that’s right, no waiting period;
• Tuition support;
• Pension and,
• A compressed workweek allows you to work hard and enjoy more time with your family and friends. Work-life balance is an integral part of our overall health and well-being, and at CNL, we value this!

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

• Clean energy for today and tomorrow.
• Restore and protect the Environment.
• Contribute to the health of Canadians.
  

Location:

CNL ’s Whiteshell is located in the beautiful and historic municipality of Pinawa, Manitoba, roughly an hour by car from Winnipeg, MB. Pinawa is an excellent choice for people looking for peace and tranquillity and those who love the outdoors. CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion in achieving our mission. CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders, and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities. Please read here for more on our DE&I Commitment. CNL also supports a workplace environment and corporate culture built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity, and Excellence. These values encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects, including accommodations for all employees. CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please indicate via our ATS when applying. All information received regarding accommodation requests will be kept confidential. Whiteshell Laboratories is situated on the traditional lands of Treaties 1 and 3, and near Treaty 5. This land is the home of the Anicinabe, Ojibway Anishinaabeand the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. We recognize that many other Indigenous Peoples across the region and Canada also consider this area their home. CNL is deeply grateful for the opportunity to work on these lands and waterways, which hold significant cultural and historical importance. We acknowledge that this site was established without consultation with the Indigenous Peoples of this area. We recognize the ongoing impact of thisand we are committed to understanding and respecting the unique Indigenous history, rightsand title associated with this land.