Radiation Protection / Health and Safety Officer

The University of Southampton is one of the UK’s leading universities, with an extensive, diverse programme of world-class research and a creative, broad portfolio of taught programmes. Excellence in health & safety management and performance is critical to the continuing and developing success of our exceptional institution.

We require a Radiation Protection / Health and Safety Officer to join our team of health & safety professionals. In addition to specialist radiation knowledge, you will need to be able to apply general expertise in health and safety to support the University activities.

The role is responsible for development, implementation and review of the radiation protection management system that ensures the University maintains its compliance with the Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017 and the Environmental Permitting Regulations 2016

Main responsibilities:

• In liaison with the external RPA/RWA, to provide radiation protection advice and support to a wide range of research streams, and to promote continuous improvement of measures to reduce risk and exposure to ALARP.
• To manage the University’s Environmental Permits for radioactive waste disposal, and to provide oversight of its radiation protection management system.
• In liaison with the RWA, to provide advice on the best available techniques for management and disposal of radioactive waste to ensure compliance with the University’s Permits.
• To coordinate provision of dosimetry across the University.
• To carry out internal audits and inspections of the Faculties working with ionising radiations.
• To develop and deliver radiation protection training.
• To liaise with relevant regulators, including EA, HSE, CTSA and Fire Service.
• To provide general health and safety advice to academic schools and professional services within the University.

Ideally, the successful candidate will have a proven track record of radiation protection and health and safety expertise, ideally in an education or research environment. Suitable applicants from other sectors will be considered. Applications from individuals working towards RPA/RWA accreditation will also be considered. NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety (or equivalent) would be desirable, but is not a requirement.