Participate in the administration of the Radiation Safety Act 1999 | Measure and assess exposure to ionising and non-ionising radiation |Promote the radiation safety and protection of persons and the environment, and the security of radioactive substances.

Job details

The role 

The Senior Health and Medical Physicist participates in the administration of the Radiation Safety Act 1999, in particular to monitor and enforce compliance with the Act in the areas of public and private-sector health, mining and manufacturing industries, teaching and research, and the environment.

The role is also responsible for measuring and assessing exposures to ionising and non-ionising radiation and providing associated health and medical physics related scientific services and advice.

Additionally, the position promotes the radiation safety and protection of persons and the environment, and the security of radioactive substances.

This role may be eligible for the Queensland Health Attraction Incentive. See link - Attraction incentives | Healthy Careers - Queensland Health.

The successful person

You will have demonstrated:

• high level knowledge, expertise and skills in health and medical physics or a radiation related science OR as a general specialist in one or more of the medical, industrial, environmental or regulatory compliance specialty areas, and the ability to independently assess radiation health and safety in established radiation practice types.
• ability to provide high level scientific advice to a range of audiences, including solving non-routine matters where established principles, procedures and methods require some expansion, adaptation or modification, and developing service improvement initiatives.
• ability to independently implement and manage bodies of work such as investigations and research projects, to critically analyse data, communicate confidently to a range of audiences and undertake effective consultation processes.

About us

The Department of Health is responsible for the overall management of the public health system in Queensland.  We are an organisation that strongly believes in the need to work with people who value the goals of our organisation and who will thrive in our workplace.  Working at the Department of Health is about making a difference.

The Health Protection and Regulation Branch within the Public Health Pillar is responsible for safeguarding the community from potential harm or illness caused by hazards and harmful practices, and enhancing the protective elements of water quality, fluoridation, food safety, radiation safety, medicines and poisons safety, healthcare legislation and chemical safety.

Benefits

• A fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment
• Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements
• Diverse work culture
• Career training and development

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your skills and experience relevant for this role.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis (temporary; full time or part time).

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• QPHSS520245 Senior Health and Medical Physicist HP4 RD (PDF, 226KB)
  Role Description
  
  QH Information for Applicants (PDF, 939KB)
  Information Package for Applicants