Principal Analyst: Civil Engineer Nuclear Power Plant (3 year fixed term contract)
Listing reference: nnr_000007
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 14 October 2021
Position summary
Industry: Other Sectors & Industries
Job category: Engineering, Technical, Production and Manufacturing
Location: Western Cape
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
Remuneration: R1 000 000.00 to R1 400 000.00
EE position: Yes
Introduction
We are highly skilled nuclear and radiation safety professionals who are committed to providing for the protection of persons, property and the environment against nuclear damage. The health, safety and security of all those who live in South Africa and our environment remains at the heart of what we do.
Joining our team means you will have an opportunity to make a meaningful impact and help keep South Africa safe from nuclear and radiation hazards! Our diverse employees are made up of scientists, engineers, corporate professionals and new graduates.
Job description
Perform reviews and assessments, as assigned, based on an in-depth understanding of established legal, regulatory and organisational documents, processes and guides, in the area
Duties and Responsibilities
- Understanding of the relevant legislation governing the nuclear regulation industry in South Africa
- Knowledge and experience related to:
o Condition management of civil structures of a nuclear power plant.
o Application and use of the regulatory requirements, industry codes, and standards that are unique to civil structures, specifically ASME.
o Reviewing and ensuring the appropriateness of preventative maintenance of civil structures.
- Experience performing in a team-oriented environment with ability to communicate effectively, manage time independently, and work collaboratively with peers.
- Based on advanced level of comprehension of established legal, regulatory and organisational documents, processes and guides required for assessment and review of technical submissions, conduct assessments as assigned, working independently or contribute to complex assessments.
- Handle both simple and complex systems assessments
- Provide input into the development of regulatory standards practices and guides
- Participate in national and international forums
- Represent organisation in meetings with external stakeholders
- Participate in other work outside departmental as required
- Focus on self-development relating to duties in order to contribute to the NNR capacity building
- Mentoring of employees and interns
- Deputise for the manager on request
- Performance of audits and inspections
- Meetings with team members for discussion and presentation with management
Skills and Competencies
- Good Communication skills (both verbal and written)
- Teamwork
- Self-management
- Proven leadership skills
- Identifies problems and recommends solutions that are fit purpose
- Ability to manage small group to achieve goals
- Handle both simple and complex systems assessments
- Capability to participate in complex negotiations
Minimum requirements
- NQF level 8 in Civil Engineering
- Minimum of 10 years in regulatory and/or professional experience in the nuclear industry with qualifications in the Civil application of ASME standards
- Experience in Geotech will be an added advantage
- Contractor shall not engage in any activity, which may conflict with the interests of the NNR