UK Atomic Energy Authority
Health Physics Technician
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Fusion: Health Physics Technician – Operational Radiological Protection
About Fusion
Fusion, the process powering the sun and stars, offers one of the most promising solutions for cleaner, carbon-free energy. UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) leads global efforts to realise fusion energy by collaborating with industry and research organisations to advance technological breakthroughs and develop the skilled workforce needed to bring fusion electricity to the grid.
About the Role
As a Health Physics Technician, you will be central to ensuring people, facilities and the environment are protected across UKAEA’s operations. Operating within the Health Physics Group, you will deliver specialist radiological protection and occupational hygiene services, ensuring compliance with:
- Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017 (IRR17)
- Regulatory and workplace safety standards
This is a hands-on, high-responsibility role requiring autonomy, decisive judgment, and operational expertise. You will collaborate closely with engineers, technicians, project teams, and other stakeholders to:
- Manage radiological and beryllium hazards,
- Support high-risk activities,
- Respond to safety incidents, and
- Maintain exemplar safety standards company-wide.
Key Responsibilities
Daily Operational Delivery
- Conduct routine radiological, airborne contamination, and occupational hygiene monitoring to support safe operations.
- Provide operational Health Physics advice to:
- Engineers, technicians, and Responsible Officers in radiological and beryllium-controlled areas.
- Ensure exposures adhere to As Low As Reasonably Practicable (ALARP).
- Supervise high-risk activities to maintain radiation safety protocols.
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Incident & Emergency Response
- Rapid incident response to radiological emergencies, including:
- Incident monitoring,
- Immediate risk assessment, and
- Technical advice during crises.
Waste Management
- Oversee the safe handling, control, and disposal of:
- Radioactive waste,
- Beryllium-containing material.
Safety Compliance & Auditing
- Audit and inspect radiological work areas to verify compliance with:
- Regulatory requirements,
- Local procedures,
- Control measures.
- Monitor environmental discharges and analyse samples to:
- Support compliance with UKAEA’s Environmental Agency permits.
Recording & Communication
- Prepare and process monitoring samples; maintain accurate records.
- Deliver clear technical reports for internal and external stakeholders.
- Participate in the Health Physics on-call rota for out-of-hours operational support.
Recommended Qualifications & Experience
You’ll bring:
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Formal radiation safety certification, e.g.:
- City & Guilds Radiation Safety Practice Stage 1 (or higher),
- Level 2 NVQ (or equivalent),
- London Institute certification, or comparable qualifications.
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Significant hands-on experience in:
- Operational radiological protection,
- Application of IRR17 regulations,
- Occupational hygiene monitoring (with a focus on beryllium hazards).
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Technical understanding of:
- Radiological monitoring techniques,
- Contamination control methods,
- Hazardous substance management in industrial environments.
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Industry-ready mindset:
- Ability to work independently,
- Prioritise workloads, and
- Make evidence-based operational decisions with limited supervision.
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Technical communication skills:
- IT proficiency for data entry and reporting.
- Capacity to clearly explain complex radiological/occupational hygiene concepts to non-expert teams (e.g., engineers, senior management).
Benefits
Explore our benefits online, but highlights include:
- Salary: £43,702 per annum (inclusive of Specialist Allowance).
- Performance Incentive: Up to 7% company bonus pooled funds.
- Pension Scheme: Final salary-defined benefit with an equivalent 21.5% employer contribution.
- Leave & Flexibility:
- 25 days annual leave:
- + 2.5 days “privilege leave” and 8 UK bank holidays.
- 3 days site closure over Christmas.
- Flexible working and family-friendly leave provisions.
- Career Commitment:
- UKAEA’s Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I) policy drives a diverse workforce. We actively encourage candidates:
- From underrepresented groups in STEM (e.g. women, ethnic minorities).
- All appointments are made on merit-based criteria with fairness at core.
- UKAEA’s Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I) policy drives a diverse workforce. We actively encourage candidates:
Located At
- UKAEA Culham, Oxfordshire
- Role: Health Physics Technician (Grade E)
- Reporting Line: Risk Assurance & QSHE department.
Ready to become part of the fusion future? Apply now.
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