nuclear reactor operator
ISCO: 3131. Skills: 41. Essential: 24.
Essential skills
- automation technology
- avoid contamination
- contamination exposure regulations
- electricity
- ensure compliance with environmental legislation
- ensure compliance with radiation protection regulations
- ensure equipment cooling
- follow nuclear plant safety precautions
- hydraulics
- mechanical engineering
- metrology
- monitor automated machines
- monitor nuclear power plant systems
- monitor radiation levels
- nuclear energy
- operate computerised control systems
- pneumatics
- radiation protection
- radioactive contamination
- resolve equipment malfunctions
- respond to nuclear emergencies
- technical drawings
- thermodynamics
- use remote control equipment
Supporting skills
- adapt energy distribution schedules
- calculate exposure to radiation
- coordinate electricity generation
- design strategies for nuclear emergencies
- electric generators
- electrical power safety regulations
- ensure compliance with electricity distribution schedule
- instruct employees on radiation protection
- liaise with engineers
- manage emergency evacuation plans
- monitor disposal of radioactive substances
- monitor electric generators
- nuclear reprocessing
- perform risk analysis
- respond to electrical power contingencies
- test safety strategies
- wear appropriate protective gear