Are you passionate about protecting people and the environment from unseen hazards? Do you thrive at the intersection of science, safety, and real-world impact? Are you driven to apply your expertise to meaningful work that ensures compliance, safeguards communities, and supports critical operations? Our Whiteshell location is looking for a Health Physicist to play a vital part in protecting Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) employees and the public from radiological and related hazards. If you answered yes, then this may be the job for you!

What will you be doing!

Monitoring and reporting radiation protection performance. Approving radiological clearance survey methodology and accepting survey results for the clearance and release of buildings and lands. Providing assessments and advice for the safe and compliant application and implementation of specific radiation protection program elements. Providing oversight for the field execution of radiological work. Providing direction and oversight of the purchase, calibration, and maintenance of radiation and contamination monitoring systems. Conducting radiation protection training. Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What We Are Looking For

Education BSc or MSc in Physics, Health Physics, Radiation Protection, Medical Physics, and/or Engineering Physics (or equivalent education , such as BSc science degree and work experience). Experience Minimum ten years’ post-graduation Health Physics experience, preferably with 2+ in decommissioning. Extensive experience and understanding of work tasks, their execution, and associated radiological hazards, as well as the ability to learn from others and absorb new/related knowledge quickly. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to wear protective clothing and to work in a hazardous environment. Ability to establish priorities and achieve goals and objectives in a work environment with varied and sometimes conflicting demands. Knowledge of Radiation Protection principles. Security Clearance Eligibility Required Level 2 Secret requires a minimum of 7 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States, and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat's “Standard on Security Screening” and the “Policy on Government Security.” Working Conditions

We have a compressed work week: Four (4) days per week, ten (10) hours per day for a forty (40) hour work week, starting at 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This position is part of the WPEG Union and is governed by the terms and conditions outlined in the WPEG Collective Agreement. As a member of this bargaining unit, you’ll benefit from clear expectations around hours of work, wages, vacation, and other conditions that support a fair and consistent working environment.

Why CNL?

Does the idea of working with a dynamic team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world excite you? At CNL, we’re reinventing ourselves to be industry leaders—pioneering solutions to the problems that matter most.

From building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy technologies, to developing targeted cancer treatments, to continuing our global leadership in environmental remediation—we are driven by impact, innovation, and purpose.

What We Offer: A Total Rewards Package

We believe in taking care of our people. Here’s what you can expect as part of our team:

Paid time off: vacation, sick, personal, and floater days Benefits effective Day One – no waiting period Tuition support to help you keep learning and growing A defined-benefit pension plan or a defined-contribution pension plan, depending on your employee group, to support your long‑term financial security

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

Delivering clean energy for today and tomorrow Restoring and protecting the environment Contributing to the health of Canadians

If so, you’ll feel right at home at CNL.

Located near Pinawa, Manitoba, our Whiteshell site is surrounded by pristine lakes, rivers, and forests — a true haven for outdoor enthusiasts. The area offers a peaceful, close-knit community atmosphere, ideal for those who enjoy nature, recreation, and a balanced lifestyle.

Please note: This is a fully onsite position based at our Whiteshell site, Manitoba.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

At CNL, we are committed to fostering an environment that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate and welcome employees, stakeholders, and partners of all backgrounds and identities. Click here to read all about it!

We are proud to uphold a workplace culture grounded in our Core Values:

Respect Teamwork Accountability Safety Integrity Excellence

These values drive our employment practices and ensure meaningful career development opportunities and accommodations for all employees.

CNL is an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during any phase of the hiring process, please let us know via jobs@cnl.ca . All requests will be handled with confidentiality.

Whiteshell Laboratories is situated on the traditional lands of Treaties 1 and 3, and near Treaty 5. This land is the home of the Anicinabe, Ojibway Anishinaabe and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. We recognize that many other Indigenous Peoples across the region and Canada also consider this area their home. CNL is deeply grateful for the opportunity to work on these lands and waterways, which hold significant cultural and historical importance. We acknowledge that this site was established without consultation with the Indigenous Peoples of this area. We recognize the ongoing impact of this and we are committed to understanding and respecting the unique Indigenous history, rights and title associated with this land.