Disposal of nuclear waste would be the worst job in the world. Some of this waste has a half-life of ten thousand years or more.
Now that would be the worst job in the world
Nuclear waste = eww and nasty
In which case you won't be interested in these vacancies, which were advertised in New Scientist last week. There's gold in them thar radioactive waste!
Opportunities in Radiological Protection, Somerset
Following 35 years of electricity generation and successful removal of the fuel from the two nuclear reactors, Hinkley Point 'A' site, situated in North Somerset, has just entered its decommissioning phase.
For radiological protection practitioners this presents a challenging opportunity as we seek to decommission the plant more safely and more quickly than ever before achieved in the UK, moving away from a steady state into a more dynamic, project-based environment. Experience in decommissioning nuclear plant will become a much sought-after skill in the coming years as the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority looks to accelerate the decommissioning process of the UK's oldest nuclear plant.
A range of positions exist at Hinkley as we seek to strengthen the existing Radiological Protection function:
Head of Radiological Protection
£44,898 - £57,910 depending on experience and qualifications
Reporting directly to the Environment, Health, Safety and Quality Manager. You are likely to be a Radiation Protection Advisor under the Ionising Radiation Regulations with extensive experience in radiological protection and decommissioning activities. You will be an experienced leader of people, able to demonstrate a track record in leading change in radiation protection programmes. (Quote vacancy number HPA/39/05)
Experienced Health Physicists
£28,447 - £44,898 depending on experience and qualifications
You are likely to be a Radiological Protection Advisor, or working towards the qualification. You should have several years' experience in operational health physics, with the desire to broaden your knowledge and experience. (Quote vacancy number HPA/40/05)
Graduate/Trainee Health Physicists
£20,691 - £31,947 depending on experience and qualifications
You are likely to possess a degree or equivalent in a scientific discipline, and be looking for a long-term career in radiological protection. (Quote vacancy number HPA/41/05)
For an application form please contact the Human Resources Department on 01278 654274 or 01278 654123 or by email to karen.wilton@magnox.co.uk quoting the relevant vacancy number. Please note, CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted. Completed application forms should be forwarded to the Human Resources Department, British Nuclear Group, Hinkley Point 'A' Site, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA5 1YA.
The closing date for receipt of completed application forms is Monday 18th January 2006.
In promoting equal opportunities, British Nuclear Group welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We select people according to their abilities and our needs.
For more information visit our website:
www.britishnucleargroup.com
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