Radiation Safety Officer

Morson Canada; Canada; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading safety consulting firm in Ontario is seeking a Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) to oversee the daily aspects of the radiation safety program and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Successful candidates must have a degree in science or engineering, RSO certifications, and significant experience in health physics and regulatory compliance. This role requires strong communication and leadership skills, along with a proven track record in training and safety assessments. The position offers a full-time schedule, with an annual salary range of CAD $100,000 to $125,000.

Qualifications

• Master’s and/or a bachelor’s degree in science and/or engineering (Medical Physics and/or Nuclear Engineering preferred).
• Hands-on experience in radiation safety, health physics, and regulatory compliance.
• Previous work experience as a Health Physicist is a minimum requirement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily aspects of the radiation safety program.
• Perform radiological safety assessments & prepare radiological work permits.
• Identify and resolve radiation safety issues promptly.

Skills

Experience in radiation safety

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Master’s and/or bachelor’s degree in science and/or engineering

CNSC RSO Certification

Job description

Overview

Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) / Health Physicist (HP)

Location: Bruce County, Ontario. On-Site: Monday - Friday. Employment Type: Full-time. Hours: 40 hours/week. Salary: $100,000- $125,000 per year. Vacancies: 1.

Position Overview

As resident Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) and Health Physicist, you will be the primary safety champion, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and ensuring the health and safety of personnel, the public, and the environment in compliance with Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) requirements and licensed requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily aspects of the radiation safety program.
• Perform radiological safety assessments & prepare radiological work permits
• Identify and resolve radiation safety issues promptly.
• Provide expert radiation safety advice & training to workers and management.
• Implement and verify corrective actions for compliance.
• Exercise authority to halt unsafe practices or non-compliant activities.
• Develop and maintain radiation safety procedures, policies, and training programs.
• Assess and report on radiation protection program performance.
• Act as signing authority for CNSC licenses.

Qualifications & Skills

Education:

• Master’s and/or a bachelor’s degree in science and/or engineering (Medical Physics and/or Nuclear Engineering preferred).
• RSO training and certifications (e.g., CNSC RSO Cert. TDG Class 7).

Experience:

• Hands-on experience in radiation safety, health physics, and regulatory compliance.
• Previous work experience as a Health Physicist is a minimum requirement.
• Proven track record in radiological safety assessments, contamination control, and dose modeling.
• Experience delivering radiation protection training and managing radioactive waste shipments.
• Proven track history in communications with CNSC and other regulatory bodies.
• Proven track record interfacing with clients and writing/preparing work programs.
• Proven track record, supervising decontamination services.

Technical Expertise:

• Strong knowledge of radiation physics and safety principles.
• Familiarity with CNSC regulations and ALARA practices.
• Knowledge and familiarity with shielding calculations preferred.

Behavioral Attributes:

• Approachable, team-oriented, and confident in decision-making.
• Leadership and mentoring skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English; French an asset).
• Accountability and time management skills.

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