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Are you interested in the fascinating world of nuclear physics? Are you ready to take your career to the next level and become part of a dynamic and rewarding industry? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

We are currently seeking enthusiastic candidates to join our Health Physics Surveyor Trainee programme at AWE Aldermaston. As a trainee, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and knowledge in the field of radiation protection. Initial training will be at our base in Milton before being deployed to site, where you will learn on-the-job, working side by side with seasoned Health Physics professionals.

This comprehensive 24-month training programme is tailored to develop your technical skills and industry knowledge, which as you develop your own portfolio of experiences will eventually lead you to completing an NVQ Level 2 in Radiation Protection. To ensure your success, we will be there for you every step of the way, with support and mentorship from your dedicated programme trainer.

As a Health Physics Surveyor, you will provide radiological monitoring services and provide professional advice to our customers within the nuclear industry to protect people, plant and environment from the adverse effects of ionising radiation and contamination. You will do this by using specialist instruments to carry out monitoring of people, by taking surface and airborne contamination levels, and radiation dose rates, recording the readings detected and responding accordingly.

The key accountabilities are:

Carrying out routine contamination / radiation surveys and reporting results.
Supporting emergency response plans to provide contingency arrangements.
Monitoring and assessment of airborne contamination levels.
Calculation and control of dose uptake in the working environment.
Control and use of radiation protection instrumentation.
Monitoring compliance with regulations ensuring that safe working conditions are maintained.
What are the benefits we offer?

25 days holiday increasing to 31 days + bank holidays.
8.5% pension contribution, Private healthcare options, employee share scheme, and life assurance
Free employee assistance programme
Cycle to work scheme.
·       Comprehensive training programme tailored to develop your technical skills and industry knowledge.

·       Fully funded industry standard Health Physics Qualifications.

·       A supportive and inclusive work culture that values diversity, innovation, and collaboration.

·       Opportunities for advancement within our ever-growing business.

Candidates must meet the following criteria:

·       18 years old or over to meet the requirements of a Classified Worker

·       Sound basic education (GCSE’s)

·       Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

·       Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

·       Commitment to uphold high standards and ethical conduct.

·       Ability to adapt.

·       Undertake a medical to become a classified radiation worker.

·       Obtain appropriate security clearance.

·       Happy to enter contamination and radiation-controlled areas and wear PPE/RPE

·       Ability to travel across the UK and potentially overseas.

We’re a disability confident employer and we’ll do all we can to help with your application, adjusting as you need. 

Apply now and take the first step toward an exciting and fulfilling career in Health Physics.

Nuvia - a subsidiary of VINCI construction - is an international company that operates across highly regulated sectors including Civil Nuclear and has a strong presence and history of delivery at nuclear sites in the UK and internationally.