Radiation Safety Barrier Person
Hinkley Point C, Somerset - 4 Days On / 3 Days Off Rotation (Thursday to Sunday working, Monday to Wednesday off)
About Applus+
Applus+ is a global leader in testing, inspection and certification services, supporting critical industries including energy, nuclear, infrastructure and construction. With a strong commitment to safety, quality and innovation, we help our clients deliver projects safely and efficiently across the world.
About the Role
We are looking for a Radiation Safety Barrier Person to support industrial radiography operations at Hinkley Point C. This safety-critical role is responsible for maintaining controlled exclusion zones during radiography activities, preventing unauthorised access, and ensuring compliance with radiation safety procedures and site requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Establish and maintain physical barriers around the radiography-controlled area.
- Prevent unauthorised persons from entering the exclusion/controlled area during radiography.
- Remain at the designated barrier/entry point throughout the exposure period.
- Maintain constant awareness of personnel and activities around the controlled area.
- Challenge and prevent any person attempting to enter the controlled area without authorisation.
- Maintain effective communication with the Radiographer and Radiography Supervisor.
- Follow instructions provided by the Radiographer/Radiation Protection Supervisor.
- Ensure warning signs, lights, barriers and other control measures remain correctly positioned and effective.
- Monitor access points and adjacent areas where there may be a risk of inadvertent entry.
- Immediately report any breach, attempted breach, unsafe condition or change in site conditions.
- Stop or prevent access if the radiography controls are compromised and immediately notify the responsible radiographer/supervisor.
- Maintain the integrity of the exclusion zone during exposure and until the area has been declared safe by the authorised radiography personnel.
- Comply with site rules, RAMS, local procedures and radiation protection arrangements.
- Attend required site inductions, radiation awareness training and competency assessments.
- Participate in toolbox talks and pre-job briefings.
- Maintain professional standards and demonstrate a strong safety culture at all times.
Essential Requirements
- Suitable experience working within an industrial/site environment.
- Good understanding of basic radiation safety principles.
- Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to remain vigilant for extended periods.
- Confident challenging personnel who attempt to enter a controlled area.
- Physically capable of standing/walking around the designated barrier area for the duration of the operation.
- Willingness to work shifts, nights, weekends and overtime where required.
- Completion of the company's required Radiography Barrier Man / Radiation Safety Awareness training and competency assessment.
Desirable
- Previous experience supporting industrial radiography or NDT operations.
- Experience working on nuclear, petrochemical, construction or other high-hazard sites.
- Relevant site safety qualifications. (CCNSG)
- Familiarity with radiography exclusion zones, warning systems and controlled-area arrangements.
Important Note
This role supports the radiography team but does not replace the Radiographer or Radiation Protection Supervisor, who retain responsibility for radiation safety decisions and exposure control.
Applus+ is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Pay: £17.00-£20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
