Nuclear and Radiation Technologist (x1)

The Radiation Protection Authority (RPA) is a Regulatory Body under the Ministry of Health established by the Ionising radiation Protection Act No. 16 of 2005 and its Amendment Act No. 19 of 2011. RPA’s mandate is to protect the public, workers and the environment from hazards arising from the use of devices or materials capable of producing Ionising Radiation. The Authority has a vacancy for the following position:

Reports to: Manager Nuclear and Radiation Safety

Location: Chirundu

Job Objective

To undertake the screening of motor vehicles in order to detect Materials out of Regulatory Control (MORC) and protect the public and the environment from the harmful effects of radiation

Key Accountabilities

• Undertake timely and effectively screening of motor vehicles in order to detect Materials out of regulatory control (MORC) and facilitate further assessments.
• Undertake timely preparation of screening reports in order to facilitate decision making.
• Minimum Vocational/Professional Qualifications:
• Full Grade 12/Form 5 School Certificate or its equivalent
• Diploma in Diploma in Physical Science or its equivalent
• Skills/Attributes
• Able to write analytical and technical reports
• Effective Communication skills
• High levels of Integrity
• Honesty
• Computer literate
• Interpersonal skills

Method of Application

Interested individuals should send their applications together with copies of their certificates, detailed curriculum vitae and three (3) names of traceable referees to the undersigned:. Envelopes should be clearly marked “Application for position of Nuclear and Radiation Technologist”

The Executive Director,

Radiation Protection Authority,

Exploration House, Government Road,

PO Box 50002,

Ridgeway,

Lusaka.

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Please note that ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted.