{"id":3852853,"url":"https://alion.io/job/phf-science-scientist-radiation-safety","title":"Scientist - Radiation Safety","company":{"id":2323662,"name":"PHF Science","domain":"phfscience.nz","url":"https://alion.io/company/phfscience","size_band":null,"is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":null},"role":"Science & Research","role_family":"Science & Research","seniority":"senior","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Wellington, New Zealand"],"countries":["NZ"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":5,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-11-06T04:27:09Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-11-06","last_verified_at":"2026-11-11T07:02:41Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":5,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":5},"description":"Te tūnga | The role\nAn exciting opportunity exists for a Scientist to join the Radiation Safety team within PHF Science's National Centre for Radiation Science. This position is based at the Kenepuru Science Centre in Porirua.\nThe role involves applying scientific, technical, and regulatory expertise to support the delivery of technical services including radioactive waste management, compliance monitoring, radiation safety advice, and emergency preparedness and response.\nKey responsibilities include:\nConducting radiation safety inspections and compliance monitoring activities throughout New Zealand.\nProviding technical and regulatory advice to government agencies, industry stakeholders, and users of ionising radiation.\nSupporting the operation of the National Radiation Storage Facility (NRSF).\nPreparing scientific, technical, and regulatory reports.\nSupporting radiological emergency preparedness and participating in a 24/7 emergency response on-call roster.\nDelivering training, consultancy, and outreach activities.\nContributing to NCRS projects, programmes, and continuous improvement initiatives.\nThis role requires regular travel throughout New Zealand, including periods away from home of up to one week at a time. Occasional international travel may also be required.\nKia angitu koe | About you\nYou will have a strong scientific background, sound judgement, and the ability to communicate complex technical information to a wide range of audiences.\nEssential Qualifications and Experience\nA tertiary qualification in science, engineering, medical physics, health physics, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.\nAt least five years' experience in radiation safety, radiation protection, health physics, medical physics, or a closely related field.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\nStrong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to work effectively both independently and within a multidisciplinary team.\nCurrent full New Zealand driver's licence.\nAbility to obtain and maintain a Use Licence and appointment as an Enforcement Officer under the Radiation Safety Act 2016 following training.\nDesirable Experience\nRegulatory compliance, inspection, auditing, or enforcement activities.\nRadiological emergency management or incident response.\nDevelopment and delivery of training programmes.\nDemonstrated stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.\nNgā painga | The benefits\nFlexible working options to support balancing work and non-work commitments.\nFour weeks annual leave, plus two additional annual leave days and three additional PHF Science days (usually the three days between Christmas and New Year’s Eve)\n15 days sick leave and service leave provisions after five years\nAnnual volunteer day to support an organisation or issue you care about in the community.\nFree annual flu vaccinations\nLife insurance and physical loss benefit\nSubsidised Southern Cross insurance & access to special retail discounts.\nAccess to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), a confidential and free counselling service.\nMō mātou | About Us\nEstablished in 2025, formerly ESR, PHF Science is a New Zealand Government-owned research organisation dedicated to the health, wellbeing and safety of our communities. Specialising in public health and forensic sciences, we monitor disease, help ensure safe food and water, reduce harm from drugs, support the justice system and more. Our science powers innovations and solutions to help New Zealand prosper and grow.\nWith 4 locations across Aotearoa New Zealand from Auckland to Christchurch and Wellington (Kenepuru and Wallaceville), we use world-leading science to monitor disease, test food and products, safeguard our water, and support the justice sector. By joining forces with experts and iwi, we’re tackling critical issues to ensure a better Aotearoa New Zealand for all.\nWe are an accredited Living Wage employer and value our people, providing excellent environment for fostering and developing our people in a values-driven, flexible, and ever evolving landscape. We are committed to sustainability and are proud to have received our Toitū Carbonreduce Certification.\nTono mai | Apply Now\nWe encourage applications from those with an understanding of or a willingness to develop their capability in Te Tiriti o Waitangi, tikanga Māori, and/or te reo Māori.\nIf you would like to request a full position description, please get in touch with \nApplications close 12pm on 7 December 2026\nClick apply to submit your application. Please ensure you upload a cover letter and CV, outlining your interest and relevant skills for this opportunity.\nTo be considered for this position, you must be able to obtain and maintain a New Zealand National Security Clearance (SECRET level). Further information, including the eligibility self-assessment tool, is available at:\nhttps://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/guidance/getting-a-national-security-clearance\nWe will be back in touch once advertising closes and applications have been reviewed.\nHealth, Safety and Wellbeing\nAt PHF Science, the health, safety and wellbeing of our people is our highest priority. Depending on the role and exposure risks, mandatory vaccinations may include Tetanus, Typhoid, Meningococcal, Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B, and Polio. In some roles you may need to confirm your vaccination status in accordance with health and safety advice before you commence employment. Participation in PHF Science’s vaccination programme is a condition of employment for new staff. We choose to share this information early in our hiring process so candidates can make an informed choice and are happy to discuss further at interview stage if you have any questions.\nPHF Science is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Your unique talents and experience will help us deliver exceptional services to New Zealand. 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