Health Physicist - Plant Farley

Southern Co.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Nuclear seeks a Plant Health Physicist for Plant Farley to monitor Radiation Protection programs and drive performance indicators, including implementing RP projects and RP technical programs.

The role involves preparing for NRC inspections, site source control, dosimetry support, data tracking, and supporting administrative duties, with required health physics experience and relevant degrees.

Qualifications

• Experience in Health Physics or Radiation Protection programs required.
• PWR experience preferred.
• Outages and access control experience preferred.
• Must obtain unescorted badge at SNC sites.

Responsibilities

• Monitor Radiation Protection program and performance indicators.
• Implement RP projects and associated technical programs.
• Prepare for pre-NRC inspections for the RP Department.
• Oversee Site Source Control Program.
• Provide site dosimetry support.
• Track and trend radiological data related to plant performance.
• Benchmark industry Radiation Protection issues and site performance.
• Fill the Emergency Response Organization position as needed.
• Support RP department responsibilities and perform admin/document control duties.

Skills

Strong communication

MS Office

Decision making

Interpersonal skills

Independent worker

Problem solving

Regulatory knowledge

PWR knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Radiation Protection Technology

Bachelor's degree in Radiation Protection or physical science

Master's degree in Health Physics or Engineering

NRRPT or CHP certification

Job description

Plant Health Physicist – Plant Farley

It's an exciting time to be part of our growing organization. Southern Nuclear, headquartered in Birmingham, AL, operates Southern Company's eight nuclear reactors at three locations in Georgia and Alabama: four reactors at Plant Vogtle, near Waynesboro, GA; two reactors at Plant Hatch, near Baxley, GA; and two reactors at Plant Farley, near Dothan, AL. If a new and significant challenge is what you have been longing for, and if you are energized, positive, committed, and desiring to make a difference, then we are looking for YOU to join our team!

Summary of Position Duties

Monitoring all aspects of the Radiation Protection program and performance indicators to include:

• - Implementing special projects to improve Radiation Protection Programs
• - Implementing RP Technical Programs and associated responsibilities
• - Pre-NRC Inspection preparations for the RP Department
• - Site Source Control Program
• - Site dosimetry support
• - Tracking/Trending all radiological data related to plant performance indicators
• - Benchmarking industry on Radiation Protection issues and site performance
• - Filling the Emergency Response Organization position
• - Additional support for RP department responsibilities as needed
• - Administrative and document control duties as required

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education

• - Associates Degree in Radiation Protection Technology, a Physical Science or equivalent required
• - Bachelor’s Degree in Radiation Protection, Physics, Engineering, Chemistry or other physical science preferred.
• - Masters Degree Health Physics or Engineering preferred.
• - NRRPT or CHP preferred

Background/Experience Requirements

• - Experience in Health Physics or Radiation Protection programs is required
• - PWR experience is preferred
• - Experience with nuclear power plant outages, access control is preferred
• - Applicant must be able to obtain an unescorted badge at all SNC sites

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• - Strong computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and databases are highly desirable
• - Outstanding oral and written communication skills are required. Strong presentation skills are also required
• - Strong ability to make decisions and drive behaviors is required
• - Strong interpersonal skills are required
• - Strong working knowledge of PWR nuclear power plant systems, processes, and procedures and clear understanding of and ability to apply regulatory requirements to plant settings are preferred
• - Ability to balance multiple objectives and set priorities is required
• - Ability to work independently
• - Ability to solve problems and seek alternative solutions to complex issues is needed
• - Must exhibit Our Values

PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION WILL BE FILLED AT THE GRADE LEVEL COMMENSURATE WITH THE CANDIDATE'S EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS