Chat with us, powered by LiveChat

Heading to LinkedIn

Apply for this job
Location: Whitehaven Salary: £41000 - £47150 per annum + Including Shift Allowance
Sector: Engineering, Manufacturing, Energy/Gas Type: Permanent
Contact: Mark Dorey

We are working with a subsidiary of one of the Worlds biggest Energy organisations, who are looking for a Health Physics Monitor to work in their facility in the Whitehaven area. The organisation has an SME feel, but the financial backing of a huge organisation, giving job security and the benefits package to back it up!

This is a 2 shift system:

  • Week 1 working 6am - 2.30pm Monday to Thursday 6.30am - 1.30pm on Friday.
  • Week 2 working 2:30pm - 12am Monday to Thursday with a 3 day weekend to follow.


This position is ideal for a qualified Health Physics Monitor with a solid foundation in radiological monitoring and compliance. It suits individuals who thrive in structured, safety-focused settings and possess excellent technical and organisational skills. Candidates with experience in waste monitoring, equipment handling, and coaching others in radiation protection will excel in this role.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct radiological monitoring using appropriate equipment, including functional checks and fault reporting.
  • Support waste monitoring, assay processes, and production activities through accurate data collection.
  • Provide frontline radiation protection advice during operations and manage radioactive sources.
  • Perform air sampling, counting, and environmental monitoring tasks.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards, completing surveys and maintaining accurate records.


In return you'll receive a salary circa £41k + 15% uplift for shift allowance (£47,150), 13% pension, 26 days + Bank Holidays (increasing with tenure) and a company bonus.

So if you're looking for the stability of a large firm, with the feel of an SME, get in touch today with Mark Dorey on mark.dorey@emp-sol.com, or call on 0161 416 6296.