Radiation Protection Monitor (RPM)

Job Description Summary The Radiation Protection Monitor (RPM) will provide radiation protection support for the radiation safety function at Global Nuclear Fuel – Americas (GNF-A), a commercial nuclear fuel manufacturing facility in Wilmington, NC. In this position, you will inspect and monitor nuclear fuel manufacturing operations involving radioactive and fissile materials. RPM's play a key role in assuring compliance with applicable licenses and regulations, including proper maintenance of radiation protection dose rate and contamination surveys, and radiation protection audit records. RPMs take appropriate actions and make recommendations to ensure the health and safety of employees, the public, and the environment. The schedule has not yet been determined for this position. It could be on either 1st shift or a rotational 4th shift dependent on business need. To be considered for this position, candidates must be willing to work either as needed. Candidates may be eligible for lump sum relocation assistance dependent on proximity to GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy site Both first shift and Forth shift Job Description Essential Responsibilities : Essential responsibilities of the Radiation Protection Monitor include, but are not limited to: Know and understand the criteria on which the criticality safeguards of the Wilmington Plant are based, as detailed in top level document systems (Common Procedures’s, Work Instruction’s etc), the operating license (SNM-1097), and State of NC License(s). Perform visual inspections both on impromptu and established schedules of all areas involving the processing, handling or storage of uranium or activation/fission product related radioactive material source terms for conformance to established nuclear safety criteria. Monitor the air concentration of radioactive materials to which personnel are exposed via continuous monitoring systems, high volume and special air samples; evaluate abnormal conditions, make recommendations and work with operators and supervision in quickly correcting such conditions; review and document all routine and special air sampling and monitoring data to determine personnel exposures to radioactive materials, and to demonstrate compliance with regulatory requirements. Perform the following activities as directed: Monitor the air concentration of radioactive materials to which personnel are exposed via continuous monitoring systems, high volume and special air samples; evaluate abnormal conditions, make recommendations and work with operators and supervision in quickly correcting such conditions; review and document all routine and special air sampling and monitoring data to determine personnel exposures to radioactive materials, and to demonstrate compliance with regulatory requirements. Perform the following activities as directed: Monitor and inspect the discharge of liquid, solid and gaseous radioactive waste discharges in accordance with environmental protection criteria and procedures. Participate in personnel dosimetry program management activities, including computerized database handling and documentation of dosimetry systems. Survey potentially contaminated personnel, equipment, and materials from controlled areas. Survey decontaminated personnel and articles. Represent the Company at local hospitals if contamination accompanies injury. Protect public and private property and members of the public against radiation and radioactive contamination at such time. Inspect radioactive materials to ensure they are not stored or handled in any manner that could be hazardous to health or safety, or create unnecessary waste, loss, or diversion. Report potential noncompliance conditions. Survey facilities to detect the spread of uncontained radioactive materials to non-controlled areas. Inspect for the proper use, care, and wearing of protective clothing and equipment; advise and recommend adequate protective clothing and equipment when respiratory protection is required. Originate, establish, and document Radiation Work Permit nuclear safety requirements for work in required areas, and any other operation involving potential exposure to radioactive materials, sources and radiation-producing equipment. Inspect, document and report survey and measurement results. Coordinate with, and assist engineers and managers in analyzing problems, incidents or data trends and in drafting or upgrading procedures and instructions. Maintain surveillance of the Criticality Accident Alarm System and notify appropriate persons in the event of component failure or unusual incidents. Perform North Carolina State-required surveys and audits of all X-ray facilities and operations, and the physical condition and usage of radioactive sources. Source check radiation detection instruments on established schedules. Perform radiation surveys of radioactive material shipments and document DOT required shipping surveys. Participate in emergency situations as first-line re-entry personnel. In a criticality evacuation, RPMs will re-enter the facility at the direction of the Emergency Response Organization using emergency instruments, to determine what levels of radiation exist and whether, or under what conditions, personnel may enter the facility. Assist Radiation Protection management with training and qualification programs of others. Perform other relevant duties as assigned. Eligibility Requirements : Ability to successfully pass business qualification program for this position. This includes written and oral technical examinations, and qualification in the Emergency Organization’s Field Monitoring team within 3 months of hire. Ability to often climb stairs and ladders. Moderate physical demands are required for some job functions which may include bending and squatting, and occasional lifting (20 - 35 lbs.) For controlled area assignments, ability to wear protective clothing and follow strict