Environmental Heath & Radiation Safety Specialist

Orano; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Orano Med in the United States leads development of new processes for high-purity lead-212 and oversees Radiation Safety and Environmental Health & Safety programs. The role serves as the SME for safety regulations impacting multiple departments, including OSHA, EPA, NRC, DSHS, and TCEQ, and aligns with Company directives.

The RSO/EHS position focuses on implementing safety policies, maintaining RAM inventories and waste management, and delivering training to sustain a strong culture of

Qualifications

• Develop and maintain Radiation Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Lead RAM inventory control and radioactive waste management.
• Train employees on radiation safety and EHS practices.
• Prepare for regulatory inspections and audits.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain Radiation Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Maintain accurate RAM inventory and control.
• Oversee radioactive waste management per regulatory requirements.
• Conduct routine radiation surveys and facility inspections.
• Deliver EHS training and promote safety culture.
• Provide guidance on safe handling of radioactive materials.
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Track KPIs and regulatory reporting.
• Support NRC, Agreement State, and OSHA inspections.

Skills

Radiation safety

EHS management

Regulatory compliance

Incident investigations

Tools

OSHA regulations

NRC regulations

EPA regulations

Job description

Orano Med has developed new processes for producing high-purity lead-212, a rare radioactive isotope. Lead-212 is currently at the heart of promising research projects in nuclear medicine to develop new treatments against cancer. The innovative approach, known as targeted alpha therapy (TAT), recognizes and destroys cancer cells while limiting the impact on nearby healthy cells.

This position manages the DDPU Radiation Safety and Environmental Health & Safety programs and serves as the subject matter expert for safety regulations impacting the various departments. Duties include developing policies and procedures in accordance with applicable regulations such as but not limited to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), and Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), and Company directives.

RSO (Radiation Safety Officer) / EHS (Environmental Health and Safety) Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement and maintain Radiation Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Maintain accurate inventory and control of radioactive materials (RAM).
• Oversee the radioactive waste management program, including storage, decay-in-storage, and disposal in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Conduct routine radiation surveys, facility inspections, and internal audits to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs, including the Chemical Hygiene Plan.
• Manage chemical safety programs, including inventory control, labeling, storage, disposal, and fire protection considerations.
• Ensure proper hazardous material spill preparedness, including maintaining response equipment and supplies.
• Conduct routine inspections of safety equipment to Ensure  
• Deliver radiation safety and EHS training to employees, promoting a strong culture of safety and regulatory compliance.
• Provide guidance on the safe handling of radioactive and hazardous materials.
• Perform hazard assessments (process, job, and worksite) and implement appropriate control measures.
• Lead incident investigations, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Track and report safety metrics (KPIs).
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans for facility.
• Support regulatory inspections and audits (e.g., NRC, Agreement State, OSHA).