Health Physics Supervisor

Vinci; Warrington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in nuclear safety is seeking an experienced Health Physics Supervisor to lead a team and ensure compliance with radiological protection standards across its UK nuclear fleet. The role involves mentoring staff, managing resources, and driving operational excellence. Candidates should have over 5 years of supervisory experience in the nuclear industry and relevant qualifications in Radiation Safety Practice.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the nuclear industry with supervisory roles.
• Proven track record in Health Physics programme delivery.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor a team of Health Physics surveyors.
• Conduct routine walkdowns to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Effectively allocate personnel to tasks for efficiency.

Skills

Health Physics practices

Team leadership

Radiological protection compliance

Communication skills

Education

City and Guilds / NVQ in Radiation Safety Practice

IOSH Managing Safely certificate

Job description

Overview

Experienced Health Physics professional able to lead and develop a team to deliver the highest standards of safety and performance. As an EDF Core Team Health Physics Supervisor, you will be a vital part of our operational success, ensuring that our resources are expertly managed to meet customer requirements across EDF's UK nuclear fleet. This is more than just a supervisory role; it's an opportunity to influence safety standards, mentor junior staff, and make a tangible impact on critical projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing team: Supervise and mentor a team of Health Physics surveyors, providing guidance and support to foster a culture of excellence.
• Ensure radiological protection compliance: Conduct routine walkdowns and monitor work areas to ensure strict adherence to Health Physics instructions and site regulations across all EDF sites.
• Manage resources efficiently: Effectively allocate personnel to tasks to ensure maximum efficiency and on-site readiness during both outages and non-outage periods.
• Drive operational excellence: Partner with the management team to meet contractual obligations and maintain accountability for team performance and conduct.
• Facilitate communication: Act as a key liaison between the on-site workforce and management, ensuring a professional and timely resolution of any issues.

Operational skills and knowledge

• 5+ years of experience working on EDF nuclear sites, with a strong understanding of site-specific onboarding processes.
• Demonstrable supervisory experience in the nuclear industry, preferably for 5+ years, with a proven track record of successful programme delivery.
• Relevant professional qualifications such as City and Guilds / NVQ in Radiation Safety Practice, Stage 1 or equivalent.
• A valid IOSH Managing Safely certificate.
• Strong knowledge of Health Physics practices and site regulations across the EDF fleet.
• A sound basic education with excellent communication and basic computer skills.

Why us? If you are a dedicated and experienced Health Physics Supervisor looking to take the next step in your career with an industry leader, we want to hear from you.