RSO

SITAS; Ballari District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

SITAS-NDT Engineers Private Limited, headquartered in Bangalore with a Bellary site, seeks a Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) to ensure safe, compliant operation of radiographic testing equipment and radioactive sources.

As a full-time on-site role, the RSO will develop safety policies, supervise protection measures, conduct audits, manage records, and train technicians, interfacing with operations, quality, and client teams.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in radiation physics and protection principles.
• Experience in industrial radiographic testing environments.
• Knowledge of national/international radiation safety regulations (AERB).
• Ability to develop radiation safety programs, risk assessments and emergency plans.
• Competence in radiation surveys, exposure monitoring, and documentation.
• Relevant technical degree or diploma in engineering.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe and compliant use of radiographic testing equipment and radioactive sources.
• Develop and maintain radiation safety policies and procedures.
• Monitor radiation levels, manage source inventory and transport documentation.
• Maintain safety records and conduct regular audits of RT enclosures and work areas.
• Train technicians on radiation safety practices and coordinate with regulators during inspections.
• Support incident investigations and corrective actions; work with operations, quality and clients.

Skills

Radiation physics

Radiation protection

Sealed sources handling

Industrial radiographic testing

Regulatory compliance

Training technicians

Safety audits

Education

Engineering degree or diploma

Job description

Company Description

SITAS-NDT Engineers Private Limited is a pioneering Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) organization that has been operating in India since 1979, introducing and advancing modern NDT techniques across the country. The company delivers a wide range of services, including radiographic, ultrasonic, phased array ultrasonic, magnetic particle, penetrant, and visual testing, as well as casting upgradation, from factory-based facilities, client sites, and field locations nationwide. With 16 strategic hubs, extensive RT infrastructure, advanced exposure devices and PAUT systems, SITAS supports complex inspections on heavy components and high-value assets. The team includes more than 250 certified technicians and has completed hundreds of mega-projects for hundreds of clients across sectors such as defence, aerospace, power, pipelines, and heavy industry. SITAS is headquartered in Bangalore, operates multiple NABL-accredited and ISO 9001:2015 certified plants, and maintains strong international and national accreditations for personnel and facilities.

Role Description

The Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) is a full-time, on-site role based in Bellary, responsible for overseeing safe and compliant use of radiographic testing equipment and radioactive sources. The RSO will develop, implement, and maintain radiation safety policies and procedures, supervise radiation protection measures, and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and company standards. Daily tasks include monitoring radiation levels and exposure, managing source inventory and transport documentation, maintaining safety records, and conducting regular audits of RT enclosures and work areas. The role also involves training and guiding technicians on radiation safety practices, coordinating with regulatory and accreditation bodies during inspections, and supporting incident response, investigations, and corrective actions. The RSO works closely with operations, quality, and client teams to enable safe, efficient, and reliable NDT services at the Bellary facility.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in radiation physics, radiation protection principles, and safe handling of sealed radioactive sources and X-ray devices.
• Demonstrated experience in industrial radiographic testing environments, preferably within NDT facilities or related heavy engineering sectors.
• Knowledge of national and international regulatory frameworks and standards for radiation safety, licensing, and compliance (e.g., AERB and relevant codes).
• Ability to develop and implement radiation safety programs, procedures, risk assessments, and emergency response plans.
• Competence in conducting radiation surveys, exposure monitoring, and maintaining accurate safety and compliance documentation.
• Effective communication skills for training technicians, delivering safety briefings, and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, situational awareness, and problem-solving skills in operational and safety-critical environments.
• Relevant technical degree or diploma in engineering