Radiation Protection Technician

Organization Overview:

NUVIA is an international nuclear engineering, project management and services contractor. We operate across the complete nuclear facility lifecycle from new build, through operations and maintenance, to final decommissioning and waste management. NUVIA is the nuclear arm of VINCI, a global player in concessions and construction, employing more than 183,000 people in some 100 countries.

Position Overview:

NUVIA is currently recruiting for a Radiation Protection Technicianto join our growing environmental remediation support team in Port hope, Ontario. The Radiation Protection Technician (RPT) will support Remediation, Delineation/Characterization and the XRF LAB activities.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Read and fully understand all the RP procedures and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Attend daily pre and post job briefings.
• Perform measurement of Alpha, Beta and Gamma radiation fields.
• Measure surface contamination using either radiation detectors or swipe sampling.
• Collection and measurement of airborne contamination.
• Deployment of airborne radiological monitors.
• Perform source checks of RP instrumentation.
• Ensure control and calibration of all radiation detection equipment.
• Provide RP coverage/support to Remediation, Characterization/Delineation and XRF LAB at any given time.
• Conduct work as per requirements outlined in compliance documents and as per all the RP procedures.
• Complete unconditional release surveys and required regulatory surveys.
• Daily summary and analysis of routine data for compilation into routine reports/forms.
• Complete all required RP training
• Ensure compliance with site radiation safety procedures by workers and visitors.
• Maintenance of RP facilities and equipment.
• Support the RP management and site management teams.
• Provide coaching, mentoring and guidance to other RP technicians, and supervise radiological work.

Skills / Qualifications:

• A degree in Radiation Protection, from Algonquin or Loyalist colleges.
• G1 at CNL or Port Hope preferred
• Green Badge or relevant work experience
• Strong ability to use Microsoft Office Applications (especially Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion.
• Solid interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions
• Capable of completing a fit test and wearing a respirator when required.
• Must be eligible to work in Canada. The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain necessary site security clearance.
• Must be able to communicate clearly in English, both written and orally.
• Have and maintain a valid class G Canadian driver’s license.

To apply please click “Apply” or send your resume to hr.canada@nuvia.com. NUVIA Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Internship / Co-op

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Port Hope, ON (required)

Work Location: In person