Radiation Protection Consultant

Description

• Manage radiographic film storage and support digitisation strategies for key component records.
• Track and analyse KPI performance, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide expert input into radiography strategy, risk management, and assurance processes
• Conduct on-site safety monitoring, ensuring radiographic activities align with approved barrier plans.
• Work closely with Health & Safety, Quality, and Regulatory teams to ensure full technical and legal compliance.
• Coordinate radiography activities and interfaces between service providers and contractors to ensure safe and timely delivery.
• Collaborate with Radiography SMEs and RPA bodies to review and approve ALARP justifications for innovative testing techniques.
• Champion non-radiological testing technologies to achieve ALARP (As Low As Reasonably Practicable) standards.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of IRR2017, CDM Regulations 2015, and Nuclear Site Licence conditions.
• Experience working on large construction, nuclear, or industrial sites with open-site radiography.
• Strong understanding of non-destructive testing (NDT) technologies and standards.
• Trained and previously appointed Radiation Protection Supervisor (RPS).
• Familiarity with national and international HSE standards.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Additional NDT qualifications (e.g. Ultrasonic or Surface Inspection).
• PCN or equivalent ISO 9712 / ASME Level 2 Radiographer (current preferred; lapsed accepted).
• Track record of implementing performance monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Practical knowledge of radiographic barrier plans and coordination of field operations.
• Experience managing radiography activities within nuclear or defence projects.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance