Senior Radiation Surveyor

Laveer Engineering; Shawinigan; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company seeks a Senior Radiation Surveyor to join their team. This role involves measuring radiation levels and ensuring safety in various environments. Candidates must possess a relevant educational background and extensive experience in radiation protection. Work will primarily be onsite in Bécancour, QC with a competitive hourly rate and potential bonuses.

Benefits

Per Diem up to $150.00/day

Contract completion and retention bonus

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of radiation protection experience at a Power Plant.
• Valid G driver's license required.
• Pass the company administered Radiation Safety Exam.

Responsibilities

• Conduct radiation and contamination surveys.
• Identify and control spills of hazardous chemicals.
• Develop health and safety plans.

Skills

Radiation protection

Safety compliance

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in health physics or related field

High School Diploma

Job description

Requisition Number: 25841

Company

Location:

Becancour, Quebec, CA, QC G0X 1C0

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, innovation is in our DNA. We are creative. We think differently. This goes beyond our technical applications and products. We must incorporate innovation into all aspects of our business to drive greater efficiency, create greater growth and strengthen our culture.

Westinghouse is committed to delivering innovative nuclear energy solutions by leveraging our global insights, CANDU expertise, collaborative mindset, and best-in-class technology. We are proud to play a key role in accelerating Canada’s energy sustainability and achieving its net-zero goals and we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset when it comes to achieving that goal.

About The Role

As a Senior Radiation Surveyor, you will use specialised equipment to measure radiation levels and detect contamination in several environments. Your will help ensure the safety of individuals and the public by identifying and mitigating radiation hazards. You will report to a Radiation Safety Officer and be located at a federal government or agency, manufacturing, or industrial plant in Bécancour, QC, Canada. You will work a 4/10 schedule Monday to Thursday onsite 10 hrs per day or 40 hours per week, with 3 days off. You will have the option to work short-term (4 to 6 months) and long-term assignments (12 months or more) based on availability.

Compensation: $56.70/hr CAD; Per Diem up to $150.00/per day CAD for ALL eligible employees; contract completion and retention bonus.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct radiation, contamination surveys in compliance with ES&H and Radiation programs of natural environment, nuclear facilities and potential nuclear environments
• Identify and control of spills of hazardous chemicals and nuclear contamination
• Survey and inspect work areas for nuclear hazards, construction / deconstruction health hazards
• Develop and implement health and safety plans, ensure health and safety procedures and regulations are followed
• Perform worker pre job briefs associated with known or possible hazards.
• Perform air sampling and data analysis
• Document logbook and computer updates of data collected
• Perform posting and labelling verification of hazard identification per regulations and site-specific procedures
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma required, a bachelor's degree in health physics, radiation safety, nuclear engineering, physics, or a related field an asset
• 5 plus years required of radiation protection experience obtained at a Power Plant
• Valid G driver's license and own transportation required
• Write and pass a company administered Radiation Safety Exam (GDI)
  
  

Why Westinghouse?

Westinghouse is a firm believer in fostering a workplace that is powered by inclusive leaders, teams and culture. This commitment separates us as a leader in our industry and differentiates from our competition. You will work closely with global leaders who will support your development through coaching and managing opportunities. Together, and using the talents of our employees, we will advance technology and services to power a clean, carbon-free future.

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 9,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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