Rad Protection Technician
Nuclear Restoration Services
Perform radiological protection monitoring and surveys at Hinkley Point A site.
3 days ago ago
Entry-level, Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Bridgwater, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
250 Employees
Service Specialisms
Scaffolding
Demolition
Waste retrieval
Decommissioning
Asset management
Waste management
Defuelling
Sector Specialisms
Nuclear
Energy
Hydro-electric
Research Sites Decommissioning
Nuclear Power Generation Decommissioning
Role
What you would be doing
instrument checks
controlled areas
radiological surveys
sample analysis
source management
compliance surveys
- Carry out routine performance checks on radiological protection use instruments, following specified defect procedures if required.
- Establish radiological controlled areas including temporary areas prior to the commencement of work, including the setting up of radiological protection equipment.
- Undertake installed instrument routine management tasks in accordance with specified site procedures and documentation.
- Undertake radiological surveys in support of work being carried out under radiological control documents or designated work documents.
- Assessment of samples using installed air sample counting equipment, liquid scintillation and gamma spectrometry instruments.
- Issue compelling advice to a Competent Person (NR) or person in charge of a work party that work must stop due to the radiological conditions.
- Carry out routine radioactive source presence checks, and source management tasks in accordance with specified site procedures and documentation.
- Carry out radiological protection monitoring and related tasks within scope of their competence related to the Radiological Safety Rules, IRR, and/or The Environmental Permitting Regulations.
- Undertake the role of a support person for access into areas with elevated radioactivity levels.
- Carry out radiological surveys and decontamination activities in support of controlled area re-classification or declassification.
- Collect samples and carry out radiological surveys for the clearance of waste materials.
- Assisting in the development of quality administrative systems and processes.
- Undertake the servicing of controlled area change rooms, sub-change rooms and temporary sub-change barriers and areas.
- Support the Accredited Health Physicist (AccHP) and Senior Authorised Person NR (SAP NR), identify radiological hazards and implement specified safety precautions as appropriate.
- Carry out radiological compliance surveys to approved and established procedures, in support of Nuclear, Statutory and Environmental Maintenance Schedules.
What you bring
nvq level2
health physics
practical experience
nqf level2
irr compliance
rsa compliance
- NVQ Level 2 Health Physics (desirable).
- Practical experience in own specialty within a relevant industry (essential).
- Educated to NQF level 2/NVQ Level 2, or equivalent standard or equivalent demonstrable experience in relevant aspect to the post (essential).
- Knowledge of the site arrangements for IRR and RSA compliance (desirable).
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Company
Overview
- Offers cutting-edge solutions for the restoration and decommissioning of nuclear facilities.
- Plays a pivotal role in the safe management of nuclear waste and hazardous materials.
- Has been involved in numerous high-profile projects, providing critical services to both public and private sectors.
- Expertise spans nuclear, energy, and industrial sectors, with a strong emphasis on heavy civil engineering and infrastructure.
- Has a proven track record in safely decommissioning complex nuclear sites and managing environmental restoration.
- Innovative techniques and highly skilled teams enable handling challenging projects in the most demanding environments.
- Is at the forefront of integrating advanced technologies for long-term nuclear waste management.
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