National Nuclear Regulator (Nnr) Vacancies

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Below are the rewrites for each job description based on the provided rules and mandatory format. *** **Job Title: Analyst Mechanical Engineer X1** **Overview** This role is for an Analyst Mechanical Engineer within the National Nuclear Regulator (NNR), a body dedicated to protecting people, property, and the environment through excellence in nuclear and radiation safety regulation. The successful candidate will join a team of professionals in Centurion, South Africa, making a meaningful impact on nuclear safety. The primary responsibility of this full-time position involves reviewing technical safety assessments for nuclear facilities, specifically in the areas of design safety, maintenance, in-service inspection, radiation, and nuclear safety. The NNR values knowledge and expertise, supports growth, and invites professionals driven by purpose, innovation, and commitment to professional excellence. **What you will do** As an Analyst Mechanical Engineer, you will: * Review technical safety assessments for nuclear facilities, focusing on design safety, maintenance, in-service inspection, radiation, and nuclear safety. * Perform technical assessments of nuclear facilities and other nuclear activities regulated by the NNR. * Provide scientific and technical services to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of hazard assessments and other safety submissions from nuclear facilities. * Develop and utilize tools, including computer codes and calculation methodologies, for review and assessment work. * Identify sources of technical information relevant to specific disciplines and NNR work. * Review international standards and advise management on their relevance to the NNR. * Evaluate changes in codes and standards and make fact-based decisions to ensure nuclear safety. * Conduct research on standards to ensure nuclear safety. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * NQF level 7 in Mechanical Engineering * Minimum of 3 years regulatory or industry related experience * Knowledge of the following: * Radiation and Nuclear Safety Principles * Design Safety and Facility Modifications * Maintenance Programmes and In-Service Inspection (ISI) * Good Communication skills (both verbal and written) * Knowledge/application of computer and analytical tools * Critical data review, scenario-based reasoning, and multidisciplinary integration * Innovative problem-solving skills * Teamwork * Agreement to be subjected to a security vetting and medical assessment process. **Who should apply** This role is suited for a dedicated professional with a background in Mechanical Engineering, driven by purpose, inspired by innovation, and committed to high standards of professional excellence in nuclear and radiation safety. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of critical data review, scenario-based reasoning, and multidisciplinary integration. They should have experience in regulatory or industry-related fields, with specific knowledge of nuclear and radiation safety principles, design safety, maintenance, and in-service inspection. The NNR will give preference to candidates from under-represented designated groups in line with its Employment Equity Plan. Applicants must also be prepared to undergo a security and medical assessment. **Deadline** 09/29/2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/national-nuclear-regulator-nnr-vacancies-2 Source: govpage *** **Job Title: Analyst NORM X1** **Overview** This full-time position is for an Analyst NORM at the National Nuclear Regulator (NNR) in Centurion, South Africa. The NNR is committed to protecting people, property, and the environment through excellence in nuclear and radiation safety regulation. This role involves performing technical reviews and assessments of nuclear activities regulated by the NNR, specifically focusing on radiation safety for workers, radioactive waste management, transport safety, and environmental and public safety assessments. The aim is to ensure safety and reliable design and operation within these areas. The NNR seeks professionals who are driven by purpose, inspired by innovation, and dedicated to professional excellence to contribute to nuclear safety in South Africa. **What you will do** As an Analyst NORM, you will: * Perform technical review and assessments of nuclear activities regulated by the NNR, focusing on radiation safety for workers, radioactive waste management, transport safety, environmental, and public safety assessments, to ensure safety and reliable design and operation. * Conduct thorough technical review and assessment of new applications and assigned authorization matters. * Conduct detailed evaluations of authorization change requests from authorization holders in line with regulatory requirements. * Provide contributions during the drafting or revision of authorization conditions. * Utilize tools, including computer codes and calculation methodologies. * Carry out pre-approval site verification visits, where appropriate. * Contribute to the development of operational goals, strategic plans, budgets, and risk assessments. * Participate in working groups associated with co-operative agreements between the NNR and relevant organs of state and other forums. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * NQF Level 7 in Physics or Radiation Science * Minimum of 3 years regulatory or industry related experience * Knowledge of the following: * Radiation Protection * Safety assessment methodologies * Nuclear Safety * Radioactive Waste management * Transport of Radioactive material * Radiological Environmental protection * Computer Codes Modelling * Technical review and Report writing skills * Critical data review, scenario-based reasoning, and multidisciplinary integration * Planning and coordination * Good Communication skills (both verbal and written) * Interpersonal relations skills * Analytical skills * Teamwork * Agreement to be subjected to a security vetting and medical assessment process. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for a professional with a background in Physics or Radiation Science, committed to the highest standards of professional excellence in nuclear and radiation safety regulation. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical, planning, and coordination skills, capable of performing critical data review and multidisciplinary integration. They should possess at least 3 years of regulatory or industry-related experience and comprehensive knowledge in areas such as radiation protection, nuclear safety, radioactive waste management, and environmental protection. The NNR will give preference to candidates from under-represented designated groups in line with its Employment Equity Plan. Applicants must also be prepared to undergo a security and medical assessment. **Deadline** 09/29/2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/national-nuclear-regulator-nnr-vacancies-2 Source: govpage

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