Health Physics Monitor Instructor

Westinghouse Springfields is chiefly a nuclear fuel manufacturing site supported by a diverse waste and residue treatment capability. As a recognised national UK asset, the company continues to invest into its future in both fuel production and waste treatment. The organisation is consequently looking to grow its team of Radiation Protection professionals and a vacancy exists Health Physics Monitor Instructor working under the direction of the Head of Radiation Protection.  This role would suit an experienced current or former Health Physics Surveyor/Monitor seeking to progress their role.

If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for radiation protection and safety, we invite you to join us and help maintain a safe and secure workplace by providing expert guidance and leadership in radiation protection. Apply now to be a part of our team committed to excellence in nuclear safety.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Head of Radiation Protection in the development and enactment of a Site Radiation and Contamination Monitoring Strategy appropriate to the site’s activities and radiation risks.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive training programmes for health physics monitors.
• Support and assess staff members to ensure they meet the required standards to achieve their qualifications. This may include planning and marking works and through observations.
• Instruct personnel on radiation safety protocols, procedures, and equipment operation.
• Conduct hands-on training sessions to enhance practical skills in radiation detection and monitoring.
• Provide guidance and support to health physics monitors to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with site management to identify training needs and develop tailored programs to address specific requirements.
• Stay current with industry regulations and best practices to ensure training materials are up to date.
• Advise against instrument qualification, selection and suitability as used for routine surveillance and including the determination of waste sentencing.
• Preparation, review and approval of related documents within the area of relevance to the role.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

• Level 2 Certificate in Health Physics Monitoring (or equivalent)
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working as a Health Physics Surveyor/Monitor
• Ability to obtain SC level security clearance (this includes but is not limited to identity, employment, financial and criminal record checks plus 5 years’ worth of UK residency).
• Detailed knowledge & understanding of instrumentation for nuclear operations including waste disposal & recycling.
• Experience for carrying out functional tests of radiation protection monitoring instrumentation using calibrated radioactive sealed sources.
• Demonstrable knowledge of the UK legislations associated with Ionising Radiations and best practice.
• Working knowledge of common microsoft office programs including cloud-based systems; MS Teams, Sharepoint.
• Strong understanding of ALARP and its application at an operational level.
• Proven track record in developing and delivering training programmes.
   

Desirable:

• Train-the-trainer certification or teaching experience in a related field would be beneficial, however training will be provided for the right candidate. 
• Knowledge of the Environmental Permitting Regulations/Radioactive Substances Act.
• Knowledge of Nuclear Site Licence conditions.
• Working knowledge of transport arrangements for radioactive materials.
• Expertise in radiation protection instrumentation.
• Current member of Society of Radiological Protection

Personal Qualities

• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and to work independently
• Able to prioritise and manage own workload and work concurrently on several projects
• Ability to interpret and analyse data effectively
• Ability to persevere during challenges and setbacks
• Consistently maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in their work.
• Strong interpersonal skills (both verbal and written) and the ability to establish relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
• Enthusiastic, motivated, and committed to delivering continuous improvement.

Why Westinghouse?

Westinghouse Electric Company Is The Global Nuclear Energy Industry’s First Choice For Safe, Clean, And Efficient Energy Solutions.
We Enable Our Delivery Of This Vision By Living Our Value System:
 

• Safety and Quality
• Integrity and Trust
• Customer Focus and Innovation
• Speed and Passion to Win
• Teamwork and Accountability
   

Westinghouse offers competitive benefits to all our employees around the globe to keep them healthy and enhance their well-being. While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 9,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com .