Physics Specialist

Job title: Senior/Principal Dose and Shielding Consultant

Job Type: Permanent

Start date: Subject to Clearance

Salary Range: Competitive

Benefits: 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays, Pension Scheme – Pension Matched up to 6%, 8% - 10% Bonus Available

Location: Warrington

Hours of work: 37 Hours

Role & Responsibilities:

• Manage dose and shielding projects, as well as a technical leadership role within other projects.
• Provide expert knowledge of dose and shielding safety assessment including being up to date with developments in methodology and approach.
• Provide dose and shielding support to multi-disciplinary teams addressing various safety challenges.
• Use industry recognised radiation transport software such as MCNP, ATILLA and MicroShield.
• Identify and develop new opportunities for the team, including technical support to bids.
• Closely work with the rest of the team to ensure the delivery with high quality and on time.
• Develop asset management plans and monitor performance.
• Support delivery and contributing to the direction of junior team members on various complex projects.
• Contribute to the enhancement of radiation protection, safety processes and procedures.
• Support the company’s business development activities.
• Mentor Consultants and providing technical advice.

Qualifications/Experience Required:

• Relevant degree in a scientific or engineering technical discipline.
• 5-10 years’ experience in radiation shielding and dose assessment within the nuclear industry.
• Extensive experience in the application of radiation transport-based codes such as MCNP, Attila, SCALE, FLUKA and MicroShield.
• Extensive knowledge in the specialist field of dose and shielding safety assessment with some knowledge of advanced assessment techniques.
• A working knowledge of aspects of nuclear Criticality would be beneficial.

UK National Security Vetting Status – Applicants must be able to obtain UKSV SC Clearance.

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Company information:

This Permanent vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd

Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion’s approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.