Necsa is an equal opportunity employer and is destined to play an important research and development and technical support role in South Africa’s nuclear renaissance, which will be driven by Eskom’s intended nuclear build and by exciting developments in the field of uranium mining.
The Necsa group of companies currently employs over 1500 professionals and support staff and its main operations are located in an attractive environment 30 kilometres from Pretoria in the hills near Hartbeespoort Dam, on a 2500 hectare site which has been converted into a nature reserve!
The South African Nuclear Energy Corporation (Necsa) is embarking on exciting new Nuclear Research and Development initiatives which include the following:
- Nuclear Fuel Cycle,
- Applications of Radiation (such as production of radioisotopes),
- Radiochemistry,
- Reactor Engineering,
- Research Reactor Operation,
- Nuclear Liabilities Management,
- Nuclear Safety, and
- Nuclear Safeguards.
VACANCY:
- DIVISION: Nuclear Operations and Advanced Manufacturing
- DEPARTMENT: Reactor Operations
- VACANCY: Nuclear Safety Specialist
- SALARY BAND: Hay Level 17/D2
- REFERENCE NO: NUCSAFESPEC01
VACANCY:
- DIVISION: Nuclear Operations and Advanced Manufacturing
- DEPARTMENT: Reactor Operations VACANCY: Junior Nuclear Analyst
- SALARY BAND: Hay Level 13/C2
- REFERENCE NO: NUCANALYST01
VACANCY:
DIVISION: Nuclear Operations and Advanced Manufacturing
DEPARTMENT: Advanced Manufacturing
VACANCY: Manager: Production (Re -advertisement)
SALARY BAND: Hay 18/D3
REFERENCE NO: MANAGER37A
VACANCY:
DIVISION: Nuclear Operations and Advanced Manufacturing
DEPARTMENT: Engineering Services
VACANCY: Plant Control and Instrumentation Engineer (Re -advertisement)
SALARY BAND: Hay 14/C3
REFERENCE NO: ENGINEER08
VACANCY:
Scientist :Production Technical Support -Hay level 14/C3 (Internal / External Advert)
- Available Positions 1
- Reference Number TECHNICIAN31
- Company Necsa
- Anticipated Start 01 January 2026
Title: Scientist :Production Technical Support -Hay level 14/C3 (Internal / External Advert)
Department NURRRRO11111111 – Reactor Operations (RO)
Description Job Profile
To provide technical and operational support in planning, coordinating, and monitoring the irradiation of products in SAFARI-1 Reactor, while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and client requirements. This role supports the Reactor Utilization & Planning Section by executing day-to-day tasks aligned with the organization’s production schedules, client interface, and internal management systems.
Key Performance Areas
- Ensure accurate scheduling and timely submission of irradiation requests to all stakeholders. Conduct trend analysis on irradiation results for continuous improvement and feedback loops. Maintain and update the Irradiation Request and Management System (IRMS).
- Maintain and regularly update the Irradiation Request and Management System (IRMS) to ensure data accuracy and operational efficiency.
- Track and report on Silicon Consignment progress, ensuring timely returns.
- Compile and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual irradiation reports.
- Support the Section Head in monitoring attendance, sick leave, internet, and telephone usage. Assist the Section Head in overseeing attendance, sick leave, internet usage, and telephone activity.
- Assist in the implementation of individual development plans (IDPs).
- Track statutory training compliance and training attendance records. Coordinate Beam-line facility for the utilization of beam lines.
- Communicate with internal and external clients for timely receipt and clarification of irradiation reques
- Report product-related non-conformances and incidents to clients promptly.
- Coordinate and participate in monthly client meetings to review product statuses and feedback. Facilitate collaboration with beam-line facilities and ensure beam-time planning
- Comply with and support implementation of the SAFARI-1 SHEQ and IMS systems.
- Ensure adherence to Behaviour-Based Safety (BBS) and Operational Excellence programs. Support budgeting processes, including OPEX tracking.
- Provide data for year-end (YE) and year-to-date (YTD) financial reviews.
