Trainee Health Physics Surveyor: Nuclear Decommissioning

Nuclearinst; Dounreay; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nuclear decommissioning programme

Highly skilled and supportive team

Zero Harm and environmental goals

Professional development and career |

13.5% employer pension contribution

28 days annual leave + bank holiday

Company bonus scheme

Flexible working

Relocation assistance

Healthcare options

Job summary

NRS Dounreay is seeking Health Physics Surveyor Trainees to support the decommissioning programme and develop radiological protection skills. This structured 2-year training includes an NVQ in Radiological Protection and site-specific development activities.

Successful candidates will join Site Services for a two-year training programme, working toward NVQ Radiological Protection and building a portfolio of learning evidence through practical modules and assessments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 national 5’s at grade C or equivalent, including English, Mathematics and one Science subject.
• Open, flexible approach to work and prepared to undergo training.
• The ability to communicate effectively with staff/contractors at all levels.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Required to be designated as a classified worker and 18+ on 1 January 2027.

Responsibilities

• Undertake radiation and contamination surveying on-site and off-site according to routine monitoring.
• Change air sample and duct filter papers and count filters to determine activity.
• Support site operations by monitoring radiological conditions and reporting results.
• Survey in areas with elevated contamination while wearing PPE/RPE.
• Review and support the production of health physics documentation.
• Assist with familiarisation and training of health physics staff.
• Participate in emergency on-call arrangements.
• Perform responsibilities of local/management appointments relevant to post.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Flexibility

Open to training

Education

National 5s

Job description

NRS Dounreay is seeking Health Physics Surveyor Trainees to support the decommissioning programme and develop radiological protection skills. This structured 2-year training includes an NVQ in Radiological Protection and site-specific development activities.

Successful candidates will join Site Services for a two-year training programme, working toward NVQ Radiological Protection and building a portfolio of learning evidence through practical modules and assessments.