Nuclear Safety Engineer – Bridgwater, Hinkley Point C 

Join Our Team: Exciting Opportunities for Experienced Nuclear Professionals in the UK! 

Are you ready for a career adventure? We’re seeking talented & experienced nuclear professionals to bring their expertise to the UK. This is a unique chance to join our team at HPC in Somerset, expand your skills and make a significant impact in the industry, all while enjoying the experience of working abroad! 
 

Why join us? 

• Global Experience: Work as an expatriate in the UK for a few years.
• Professional Growth: Take advantage of this opportunity to develop your skills in a dynamic environment. 
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team that values innovation and collaboration across the EDF Nuclear Fleet. 
   

The role

The role sits within the Pre-operations department within Nuclear New Build, which is building two new nuclear reactors (European Pressurised Water Reactor – EPR) at Hinkley Point C. The Pre-operations department is responsible for ensuring that we have the facilities, trained people and procedures we need prior to starting operation.

As the Radiological Protection Engineer you will report to the Radiological Protection Lead with respect to these activities. This work will require good influencing skills to ensure that where the requirements of the Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017 and specific Nuclear Site Licence conditions differ from French methods, these are well understood by the project teams and taken into account.

The HPC project is a dynamic and evolving project which will go through many transitions during its life cycle from project go-ahead to nuclear operations. You will therefore need to be able to work flexibly in such a changing environment, proactively preparing for and responding to constantly evolving priorities, whilst making sure that fundamental principles relating to safety and environmental protection remain the priority at all times.

You will support the development of the operational radiological protection capability across the Hinkley Point C (HPC) project, including during design, construction, commissioning and the preparations for operation and decommissioning. Support the project to ensure that legal requirements and NNB policies are met in relation to radiological protection and will strive to achieve world best practices identified by benchmarking with other industry leaders and industry programmes such as WANO, IAEA and INPO.

• Provide input, advice and guidance for all aspects of radiological protection required within the Pre-Operations strategy and business plan or as requested by the project.
• Support the development of radiological protection standards, staffing and training that ensure compliance with legal and organisational requirements.
• Support the specification and procurement of radiological protection facilities and equipment.
• Liaise with external stakeholders associated with radiological protection, including regulators and industry working groups.
• Provide on-site support to the HPC construction site during construction, commissioning and operations to ensure a high standard of radiological safety is established and maintained.
• Ensure the development of the HPC project takes appropriate account of any UK context issues relating to radiological protection, including UK best practices and legislation.
• Embed best practices across the project, promoting the development of a strong safety culture within the organisation both as it applies to radiological protection and more broadly.
• Contribute to and support the development of the Pre-Operations organisation and be an ambassador for the organisation and it’s aims across all activities.

Requirements of the role

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in a science-related discipline.
• Experience of developing and implementing arrangements to meet the requirements of the Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017.
• Good understanding of the principles of radiological protection that apply to nuclear power plant operations.
• Practical experience of applying the principles of radiological protection within a dynamic work environment.

Desirable:

• The holder of a current and valid certificate of competency as a Radiation Protection Adviser (or equivalent).
• Chartered with a relevant professional body.
• Experience of interacting with nuclear and environmental regulators.
• Operational radiological protection experience in a light water nuclear power plant.
• Knowledge and understanding of the systems on a Nuclear Power Station which support or contribute to radiological safety.
• Experience of working within a project organisation.
• Experience and knowledge of other safety regulations in the UK including CDM.
• Understanding of the quality assurance requirements within the nuclear industry.

If you’re passionate about your field and eager to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

Embrace this opportunity to grow professionally and contribute to exciting projects that will shape the future. 

Please use this link to apply today and one of our team will be in touch in due course. 

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