DESCRIPTION

Reporting to the Manager, Health, Safety, Environment and Radiation, the Radiation Safety Officer is responsible for implementing the Rook I Industrial Hygiene (IH) and Radiation Protection (RP) programs.
Central to this role will be fostering a strong safety culture while providing subject matter expertise, program monitoring, and data management. This is a unique opportunity to join a team that is focused on the advancement of the Rook I Project (Project) as it transitions to the next stage of development.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE

• Post-secondary degree or two-year diploma in Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years RP operational experience. Experience at a uranium mining and milling project is preferred.
• Detailed knowledge of key concepts, theories, and practices related to effective anticipation, recognition, evaluation, and control of IH and RP related hazards.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and provide coordination across multiple disciplines.
• Strong digital literacy using Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn new software.
• Strong aptitude in mathematics, physics, and statistics.

FUNCTIONAL & TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Applies specialized knowledge in own area of expertise and openly shares information and knowledge with others.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO):

• Implement IH and RP policies and procedures in a manner reflective of NexGen’s vision and values and in accordance with the Project’s regulatory obligations.
• Provide subject matter expert support related to IH and RP.
• Perform IH and RP area monitoring and manage associated records.
• Manage worker dosimetry program.
• Design contamination surveys and perform contamination measurements.
• Perform and manage the calibration and maintenance of equipment.
• Provide RP training and general orientations as required.
• Provide respirator training and fit testing.
• Contribute to risk assessments as related to IH and RP hazards and controls.
• Provide necessary internal and external reporting related to IH and RP performance.
• Participate in internal audit activities as required to support the Project.
• Assist in the incident management process, participate in incident investigations and corrective action activities as assigned.
• Drive continual improvement efforts affecting the IH and RP programs.
• Support employee and contractor engagement and hazard communication activities through occupational health committees and other means as required.
• Participate and contribute to engagement with Indigenous groups, local communities, and regulators to support health, IH, RP, and emergency preparedness and response processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

PERSONAL ACCOUNTABILITY

• Takes responsibility for own actions and outcomes.
• Maintains effective and professional approach, demonstrating resilience and accountability in a fluid fast paced work environment.