Job description
To review and assess the adequacy and effectiveness of off-site deterministic and probabilistic risk assessments (Level 3) for facilities regulated by the NNR, and carry out technical assessment, and provide the necessary infrastructural support for the effective regulation of nuclear and radiation safety.

Minimum requirements

• NQF level 7 in Natural Sciences (Physics), Radiation Sciences or Nuclear Engineering
• Minimum of 3 years regulatory experience or relevant industry experience 
• Safety assessment and radiation protection knowledge for Nuclear Facilities
• Off-site Radiological consequence analysis and consequence software codes knowledge

Duties and responsibilities

• Conduct review and assessment of safety case submission for new and/or existing nuclear facilities
• Development of reports and recommendations for review by management
• Provide scientific and technical services necessary to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of deterministic and probabilistic risk assessments (level 3) and radiological Off-site consequence analysis for facilities regulated by the NNR
• Review applicable regulatory standards, authorisations, atmospheric dispersion modelling, radiological consequence assessments and probabilistic risk assessments
• Identifying sources of technical information related to the specific discipline and relevant work to the NNR
• Participate in internal and external forums for standards development
• Participate in various internal teams that may be formed for a particular project
• Responsible for limited project in relation to Radiation Protection and Environmental safety assessment.
• Participating in liaison activities for the specific disciplines
• Represent team in meeting with internal stakeholders
• Participate the development of regulatory standards, practices and guides
• Participate in broader NNR work as required, e.g. emergency exercises

Skills and Competencies

• Good Communication skills
• Teamwork
• Self-management and work planning
• Capability to participate in negotiations
• Report writing skills
  

Preference will be given to candidates from under-represented designated groups in line with the NNR's Employment Equity Plan