Dosimetry Specialist
2 weeks ago
Job number: SP06365
Profession: NEHSQ
Location: Sellafield, West Cumbria
Contract type: Permanent contract
**Salary**: £68,772
Posting date: 21/07/2025
Closing date: 03/08/2025
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Starting Salary: £68,722 with the opportunity to earn £76,101
Bonus: Up to 15% base salary per annum based on achievement of Company targets and personal performance.
Working Pattern: Days (37 hours per week)
Location: Sellafield, West Cumbria
**Job Description**:
To lead and support the delivery of high-quality dosimetry and radiological protection services across Sellafield and other UK nuclear sites.
As Deputy Head of the Approved Dosimetry Service, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with HSE regulations, driving technical excellence, and managing key service contracts across the UK nuclear sector.
Dosimetry specialist reports to the Head of the ADS - the Corporate Lead - Radiological Protection.
Manages a small team of Advisors
Accountabilities and responsibilities:
Provide strategic and technical leadership for HSE approved dosimetry services at Sellafield.
Provide technical expertise in support of information for claims made under the Compensation Scheme for radiation linked Diseases for NDA and nuclear sites through expert analysis and reporting.
Analysis and interpretation of dosimetry statistics for all stakeholders and regulators as required.
Interpretation and implementation of key changes in technical basis and legislation relevant to HSE approved dosimetry provision.
Oversee IT asset management and maintenance contracts related to dosimetry systems.
Technical authority for commercial contracts with external suppliers and for TIER II contracts for provision of radiological service to other employers.
Represent Sellafield Ltd in national and international dosimetry forums and intercomparisons as company expert.
Dosimetry Subject Matter Expert for provision of training and briefing for Sellafield employees and contractors in dosimetry practices.
Hold team members accountable for adhering to commitments and performance of work according to applicable SL standards, procedures and arrangements.
Essential Skills:
Strong understanding of UK nuclear safety legislation and HSE requirements.
In-depth knowledge of dosimetry systems and radiological protection.
Proven experience in managing technical teams and service delivery.
Familiarity with contract management and stakeholder engagement.
Ability to travel and represent the company in UK-wide user groups and participate in UK and European intercomparisons.
Desirable Skills:
Experience in UK and European dosimetry intercomparisons.
Involvement in national user groups or technical committees.
Proven experience in using dosimetry models.
Background in developing/ delivering training and mentoring technical staff
Why choose Sellafield?
Seventy-five years ago, we helped to create the nation’s nuclear deterrent. Today, we’re using our unrivalled knowledge of nuclear to create a clean and safe environment for future generations.
In cleaning up the birthplace of the UK’s nuclear industry, we are once again generating growth and employment in West Cumbria, the North West of England and beyond.
Our 11,000 strong workforce is joined by more than 40,000 people from the best of the best in the nuclear supply chain, from small Cumbrian businesses to global market leaders. We need this diversity of thinking, of backgrounds, cultures and experiences.
What’s in it for you?
At Sellafield Ltd, we are committed to supporting our employees in fulfilling their potential. With 100 years of work in front of us, we offer comprehensive training and development opportunities, enabling you to feel inspired in your role. Whatever area you join us in, you’ll find a genuinely exciting and rewarding career.
Making sure our employees feel supported is important to us. Therefore, to help you get the most out of life in and outside of work, we also offer a range of employee benefits:
- Be a part of Sellafield’s 100 year mission.
- An attractive defined contribution pension scheme - the company will match up to 13.5% for a 7% employee contribution
- You will be eligible to take part in an Annual Incentive Scheme, which provides a bonus payment up to 15% base salary per annum based on achievement of Company targets and personal performance rating as discussed with line management.
- 30 days annual leave + bank holidays. Plus, the ability to purchase an extra 2.5 days per year.
- The ability to carry over 10 days annual leave each financial year.
- Paid Sick Leave.
- Family Friendly Policies - Visit our Rewards & Benefits page to read more.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Lifestyle Benefits sasra.co.uk
- Reward & Recognition Policies.
- Welfare & Employee Assistance Programme.
- Free Aviva Health App & Annual Health Check.
- MyDiscounts - Employee Savings & Discounts.
- MyBenefits - A Charity Giving Scheme.
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