We are recruiting for a full time Radioactive Substances Inspector on a permanent basis Your passion has never had a greater purpose Here at SEPA, we’re connected by a passion that drives us to be purposeful in every action we take – to protect our environment. Through our expertise, we lead projects that make a difference for Scotland, and our workplaces are grounded in respect for that expertise. That’s why, when you join us as Radioactive Substances Inspector, you’ll discover enriching benefits, meaningful support, and opportunities to learn every day. That’s what it means to be Passionately Purposeful – for our environment, and for your career. On appointment of this role, the contracted job title will be Environment Protection Officer. Work that goes beyond your desk Experts at what we do, we work in a professional way towards our shared goals, knowing the work we do makes a genuine, lasting difference on the environment. As Radioactive Substances Inspector, that involves: Support the regulation of and enforce against the requirements of EASR 2018 in respect of radioactive substances activities at nuclear sites Review statutory returns submitted to SEPA by nuclear sites across Scotland Support the determination of applications and variations to environmental authorisations submitted by nuclear sites Input to the wider work programme of SEPA’s Radioactive Substances Unit Respect for your expertise This is a highly important role within our Regukation, Business & Environment portfolio, which means you’ll need: Degree or equivalent qualification level in relevant science of engineering subject Good, relevant experience in radioactive substances/nuclear industry Knowledge and understanding of radioactive substances/ nuclear industry Understanding of the principles of radiological protection Understanding of requirements of SEPA’s regulatory regimes Full UK Driving Licence as driving essential to role Please open the link to the Radioactive Substances Inspector role profile link which outlines the core responsibilities and expectations of the role within a defined activity family. Please note the role profile name may be different to the job title being advertised. Support that goes beyond the workplace We’re cultivating a workplace that supports not only your passion and your professional lives, but your personal life. So, you’ll find benefits that make a difference at work and at home. Such as: Hybrid and Flexible working opportunities Up to 35 days annual leave and 7 additional public holidays each year (pro rata) Paid time off to support your Wellbeing and enable you to Volunteer in your community Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) Progressive Family Friendly policies Training & development to enable colleagues to improve their skills, competencies and knowledge to perform at their best. Plus, many more lifestyle benefits such as 24/7 access to an online employee discount platform, credit union facilities and access to a Cycle to Work Scheme. Passionately you. Purposefully supportive SEPA is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and good relations in everything it does – as a community leader, as a provider and commissioner of services, and as an employer. Passionately Purposeful about Scotland’s environment – and your career. Protecting our environment, promoting our work, and supporting our people, working at SEPA means being part of an organisation that’s grounded in respect for your expertise – and your wellbeing. So you can be your best, and make the biggest impact. We recruit solely based on merit. Our shortlisting process is conducted on an anonymous basis. Please ensure that you include all relevant information when you apply. We support flexible working arrangements to help you maintain a healthy balance between career and homelife. This includes working part time, reduced hours, job sharing, working remotely. As a flexible first employer we are open to having conversations about flexible working arrangements that work for you and SEPA from day 1 of your employment with us. We are proud to be a 'Disability Confident' employer and will work to identify and implement reasonable adjustments and equipment to support you in the role that you do. Applicants with a visual impairment can request job descriptions and application forms in Braille, large print or on tape. For the security and wellbeing of our colleagues, successful candidates will undergo Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) pre-employment checks including a level two Disclosure Scotland check. If you have questions or need any assistance with the recruitment process please contact SEPA’s Recruitment Team at recruitment@sepa.org.uk Apply now to join a Passionately Purposeful workplace