In support of achieving excellence and business results through safe, reliable operations, we are currently hiring for Radiation Protection Technicians.
This is a permanent, full-time position which offers a competitive benefits, compensation and pension package and is located on site in Tiverton, Ontario.
More than 1 position may be available.
What will you be responsible for?
- On shift, maintaining radiation protection (RP) programs.
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Provide technical assistance and troubleshooting to internal and external personnel.
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Participate in the development, implementation, and delivery of radiation protection programs including training.
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Perform field inspections and surveys to ensure compliance with policies, practices, and procedures.
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Carry out or participate in investigations of incidents / accidents.
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Provide radiation protection input to the preparation of work instructions.
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Develop and review radiation protection related documents.
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Recommend new or modified procedures based on analysis of radiation safety performance and observations.
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Obtain support from other groups and prepare necessary work requests and instructions.
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Monitor progress and resolve problem areas to ensure successful implementation of radiation protection programs.
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Provide technical input to work instructions by evaluating conditions and specifying requirements to control internal and external exposure as low as reasonably achievable during performance of radioactive work.
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Respond to emergencies and provide support to Emergency Response activities.
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Prepare radioactive material for shipment, monitor and provide advice to staff shipping radioactive material.
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Maintain and update databases and documentation related to planning, conduct and assessment of radiological work.
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As requested, prepare and deliver radiation protection training to internal and external personnel.
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Administer and grade approved tests and evaluations.
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Evaluate performance of trainees.
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As directed by Manager, arrange for facilities, trainers and participants, and all necessary materials.
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Perform other duties as required.
Knowledge and Skills:
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Requires knowledge of chemistry, physics, mechanics and associated mathematics to be able to provide technical advice, and to assemble, analyze and evaluate reports, procedures and policies related to Radiation Protection.
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Requires understanding of statistical treatment of data and the ability to present data in a clear and meaningful way.
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Requires experience in a nuclear plant environment to become knowledgeable of plant layouts, station systems, and plant operating processes.
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A current "Green" Radiation Protection qualification is considered an asset.
Education and Experience
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This knowledge is considered to be normally acquired through the successful completion of Grade XII plus two years college in a Technician/Technologist discipline or equivalent.
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This experience is considered to be normally acquired covering a period of over six years, up to and including eight years within a radiological work environment.
Bruce Power Inc.
177 Tie Rd - RR2
Tiverton
Ontario Canada
www.brucepower.com
