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Radiological Protection Engineer

Site Office, London, England, United Kingdom

Overview

An opportunity has arisen for a Radiological Protection Engineer within AtkinsRéalis' expanding Decommissioning Services team. The successful candidate will report to Senior Engineer/RPA and will take a leading role in the radiological protection aspects of the projects on which Decommissioning Services are engaged.

The RP specific work on projects currently being delivered include:

  • The provision of high-level technical advice to client sites.
  • Detailed technical design and review of products, technology and processes including modification of RP arrangements.
  • The provision of RP support and oversight of practical delivery of operational decommissioning work (e.g. size reduction of redundant components etc.).
  • Whilst the main roles and responsibilities will be based around radiological protection, there will be significant cross over with radioactive waste, therefore flexibility is essential.

Your role

Project specific responsibilities will vary, but high-level responsibilities are listed below:

  • Take a leading role within the Radiological Protection team, acting as the responsible point of contact for radiological protection on project work, providing expert-level advice, support and guidance on radiological issues across defined projects.
  • Support in the development of Project Execution Plans to ensure a fit-for-purpose approach is taken to each project.
  • Seeking out potential innovations to projects and advising clients and/or project teams on lean delivery options.
  • Directing and supporting Graduate and Assistant RP Engineers and other junior staff as required to meet project aims and their personal development targets.
  • Developing RP arrangements for projects, including documentation such as:
    • Risk Assessments.
    • Radiological Design Document.
    • Critical Examinations.
    • Dose Estimates.
    • Local Rules & Contingency Plans.
    • Investigation reports.
  • Review of radiological monitoring data for operational packages of work.
  • Liaise with inspectors and regulators during audits and investigations as required.
  • Delivery of ALARP assessments.
  • Support BAT assessments and other optioning processes.
  • Advise on radioactive waste aspects of project as required with support from other specialists, if necessary.
Health, Safety, Environment & Wellbeing

Location

Site Office, London, England, United Kingdom

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-152561

Salary range

-

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About you

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in a relevant subject, or demonstrable equivalent ability and experience. Equivalent qualifications will be considered.
  • Appropriate membership of professional body.

Essential Criteria

  • Significant experience in operational radiological protection; quality of experience is more relevant than the number of years.
  • Evidence of providing advice on compliance with IRR'17 (and/or IRR'99).
  • Able to lead teams within RP discipline.
  • Able to work within a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Able to delegate to, direct and support junior staff in their work and development.
  • Able to effectively manage stakeholders.
  • Able to technically justify approaches and see those through to successful implementation on plant.
  • Able to produce high quality, concise technical reports.
  • Able to influence others to implement improvements.
  • Able to work without supervision, including managing own workload.
  • Able to use standard Microsoft Office tools effectively.
  • Able to obtain an SC security clearance.
  • Able to travel.
  • Hold a full driving license.

Desirable Criteria

  • Experience of decommissioning.
  • Experience of managing teams.
  • Experience of developing or aiding Safety Case development.
  • RPA portfolio in development (RPA certification not required).
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.

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