Radiation Protection Consultant

ASSYSTEM; West of England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the United Kingdom is seeking a Radiation Protection Consultant to ensure the safe coordination of radiographic activities on large infrastructure projects. In this role, you will manage radiographic operations, ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and work closely with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in radiation protection and excellent communication skills. Benefits include a generous pension scheme, flexible working options, and supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Pension scheme 8% company contribution

25 days annual leave

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of IRR2017, CDM Regulations 2015, and Nuclear Site Licence conditions.
• Experience working on large construction nuclear or industrial sites.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate radiography activities ensuring safe and timely delivery.
• Manage radiographic film storage and digitisation strategies.
• Conduct on-site safety monitoring.

Skills

PCN or equivalent ISO 9712 / ASME Level 2 Radiographer

Radiation Protection Supervisor (RPS)

Stakeholder management

Knowledge of HSE standards

Education

Additional NDT qualifications

Job description

About the Role

As a Radiation Protection Consultant youll play a pivotal role in ensuring the safe compliant and efficient coordination of radiographic activities on one of the UKs largest and most complex infrastructure projects.

Youll act as the key interface between radiography service providers installation contractors and project stakeholders ensuring all radiography is planned authorised and executed in full alignment with safety quality and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate radiography activities and interfaces between service providers and contractors to ensure safe and timely delivery.
• Manage radiographic film storage and support digitisation strategies for key component records.
• Champion non-radiological testing technologies to achieve ALARP (As Low As Reasonably Practicable) standards.
• Collaborate with Radiography SMEs and RPA bodies to review and approve ALARP justifications for innovative testing techniques.
• Conduct on-site safety monitoring ensuring radiographic activities align with approved barrier plans.
• Track and analyse KPI performance identifying trends risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Work closely with Health & Safety Quality and Regulatory teams to ensure full technical and legal compliance.
• Provide expert input into radiography strategy risk management and assurance processes

Qualifications

Essential

• PCN or equivalent ISO 9712 / ASME Level 2 Radiographer (current preferred; lapsed accepted).
• Trained and previously appointed Radiation Protection Supervisor (RPS).
• Strong understanding of IRR2017 CDM Regulations 2015 and Nuclear Site Licence conditions.
• Experience working on large construction nuclear or industrial sites with open-site radiography.
• Practical knowledge of radiographic barrier plans and coordination of field operations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with national and international HSE standards.

Desirable

• Additional NDT qualifications (e.g. Ultrasonic or Surface Inspection).
• Experience managing radiography activities within nuclear or defence projects.
• Strong understanding of non-destructive testing (NDT) technologies and standards.
• Track record of implementing performance monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives.

Why Apply

Join Assystem and play a leading role in ensuring radiological safety and innovation across some of the UKs most significant energy projects. This is your opportunity to influence safety culture apply cutting-edge techniques and drive technical excellence in an environment that values expertise and collaboration.

Benefits Include

Pension scheme 8% company / 4% employee contribution
25 days annual leave bank holidays option to buy/sell
Flexible working options
Professional fees reimbursed
Employee referral bonus scheme
Income protection & 3x salary life assurance
Equal opportunity employer diversity inclusion and innovation at our core

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills talent and our peoples ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full-time

Vacancy

1