Radiation Protection Officer (RPO) - RT Tech

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Radiation Protection Officer (RPO) to join our team. This role is critical for ensuring radiation safety compliance, protecting personnel, and maintaining regulatory standards across our operations, particularly for ADNOC projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Radiation Safety Management: Develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive radiation safety programs aligned with regulatory requirements
• Dose Monitoring & Record Keeping: Maintain accurate dosimetry records and personnel exposure documentation
• Workplace Monitoring: Conduct regular radiation surveys and environmental monitoring to ensure safe working conditions
• Incident Management: Investigate radiation safety incidents, implement corrective actions, and prevent recurrence
• ADNOC Project Compliance: Serve as Performing Authority for ADNOC projects, ensuring full regulatory adherence
• Stakeholder Communication: Liaise effectively with client representatives, company HSE teams, and operations personnel
• Site Audits & Regulatory Inspections: Conduct internal audits and manage FANR (Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation) audit processes
• Safety Culture Development: Champion and implement vibrant radiation safety culture across the organization
• Managerial Oversight: Supervise radiation safety protocols and lead HSE initiatives

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Minimum: HSC (Higher Secondary Certificate) or equivalent
• Language Proficiency: Intermediate or higher level in English (Read, Write, and Speak)
• Strong communication skills essential

Experience

• Minimum 8+ years of professional experience in radiation protection and safety management
• Proven exposure in site-based radiation safety management
• Track record of implementing effective radiation safety programs

Certifications & Training

• ASNT RT Level II Certification (mandatory)
• Advanced RPO Training (completion required)
• WMS Full Package certification for ADNOC operations (mandatory)

Required Competencies

✓ Technical Expertise

• Deep knowledge of radiation safety principles and practices
• Proficiency in dose monitoring systems and dosimetry records management
• Expertise in workplace radiation surveys and monitoring protocols

✓ Regulatory & Compliance

• Thorough understanding of FANR regulations and ADNOC requirements
• Capability to conduct site audits and manage regulatory inspections
• Experience as Performing Authority for major projects

✓ Leadership & Communication

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate complex safety concepts to diverse audiences
• Managerial experience in leading HSE initiatives
• Strong interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration

✓ Safety Culture

• Demonstrated ability to build and sustain radiation safety culture
• Proactive approach to hazard identification and risk mitigation
• Commitment to continuous improvement in safety practices