Radiation Safety Surveyor - Nuclear Decommissioning

NUKEM Ltd.; England; À distance; GBP 36 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

NUVIA in West Cumbria is seeking a Health Physics Monitor to join a highly regulated nuclear decommissioning site. You will monitor radiation, support protection measures, and ensure compliance with safety standards across the site.

Working with the Health Physics Supervisor, you will log data, perform sampling, respond to incidents, and contribute to toolbox talks and risk assessments to keep colleagues safe.

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 2 in Radiation Protection or equivalent qualifications in a science/engineering-related field.
• City and Guilds Stage 1 Radiation and Safety Practice.
• Experience working on nuclear, decommissioning, or similarly regulated industrial sites is preferred.
• Thorough understanding of radiological protection principles, including experience with monitoring equipment (e.g., EPDs, contamination monitors).
• Working knowledge of current health and safety legislation, including COSHH, RIDDOR, and ALARP principles.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with the ability to log and report data.

Responsabilités

• Conduct routine radiation surveillance of personnel, equipment, and environment.
• Perform daily checks on radiation monitoring instruments and report faults.
• Support radiological protection measures and risk mitigation.
• Handle radioactive sources following site protocols and muster/tracking activities.
• Undertake radiological sampling and contamination monitoring.
• Maintain comprehensive records of surveys, samples, and monitoring results.
• Collaborate with Health Physics Supervisor and guide colleagues on safety practices.
• Respond to emergencies and follow protocols for personal and team safety.
• Contribute to safety briefings, risk assessments, and toolbox talks.
• Maintain site safety and compliance.

Connaissances

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Reliability

Formation

NVQ Level 2 in Radiation Protection or equivalent in science/engineering

City and Guilds Stage 1 Radiation and Safety Practice

Outils

EPDs

Contamination monitors

Description du poste

NUVIA in West Cumbria is seeking a Health Physics Monitor to join a highly regulated nuclear decommissioning site. You will monitor radiation, support protection measures, and ensure compliance with safety standards across the site.

Working with the Health Physics Supervisor, you will log data, perform sampling, respond to incidents, and contribute to toolbox talks and risk assessments to keep colleagues safe.