Company details

About Bel V

• Bel V is an integral part of Belgium's nuclear safety authority. The Federal Agency for Nuclear Control (FANC) delegates to us the task of carrying out regulatory inspections and safety evaluations of the main nuclear facilities in Belgium.
• Our main mission is to protect people and the environment from the dangers of ionising radiation.
• Our team of 70 nuclear engineers offers in-depth expertise in nuclear safety evaluations, radiation protection, calculations and modelling of physical phenomena, plant inspections and staff training.
• Our technical references in Belgium and abroad: https://www.belv.be/fr/references
• Bel V is a fast-growing people-sized organisation made up of young technical and scientific profiles and experienced experts who encourage the exchange and transfer of knowledge in a relaxed and professional atmosphere.
• We are proud of our ethical and humanistic values, our support and promotion of our employees and our partnership with ULB and UHasselt. Some of our employees teach at these universities.

Function

With a view to expanding its missions and activities, Bel V is looking for nuclear engineer(s) (HFX) to join its teams of inspectors, project leaders or engineering experts.

- As inspector:

• Carrying out specific inspections/controls at nuclear facilities to form an idea of the licensee’s ability to ensure a sufficiently high level of nuclear safety and radiation protection at his facilities.
• Contribute to specific technical files (including analysis and evaluation of safety issues identified during inspections).
• Research, consolidation and communication of the developed opinions to the representatives of the relevant plant.

OR

- As project manager :

• Organise and follow up the independent safety evaluation by Bel V of the licensee’s project, based on the documents provided, knowledge of the installations, experience, verifications and controls.
• Be the contact person for Bel V to explain and support our views to the licensee, the FANC and other stakeholders.
• Prepare the organisation of the project and evaluate and adjust Bel V’s resources.
• Deliver planned deliverables to the FANC in line with the agreed schedule and expectations.
• Participate in technical and progress meetings, including preparing meeting minutes.
• In cooperation with the FANC, be responsible for communication with the licensee.

OR

- As technical expert engineer in your specific field(s),

• Conduct safety analyses in your area(s) of expertise.
• Conduct the independent review of safety analyses conducted by colleagues.
• Maintain documentation justifying safety positions taken and assist in updating technical documentation.
• Contribute to determining safety positions.
• Master existing and new regulations and practices in your field(s) of expertise.
• Upon request, represent Bel V in international working groups and programmes, or for international activities.

Profile

• Civil engineer, master in physics, nuclear industrial engineer or doctor in applied sciences
• A work experience of a few years, especially in the nuclear sector, is a plus.
• Dutch- or French-speaking, functional command of the other national language and good working knowledge of English.
• You have strong analytical and synthesis skills, allowing you to formulate soundly based opinions on the technical safety issues under investigation.
• You have excellent communication and diplomatic skills to establish a constructive dialogue with the licensee, the FANC and other stakeholders.
• You enjoy working as part of a team and can also manage files independently.
• You can anticipate situations and adapt to realities on the field.

Offer

Bel V offers a permanent contract (no freelance contract possible) with a range of benefits:

• A competitive gross salary based on your experience.
• Meal vouchers, mobile phone, laptop, pension plan and health insurance (special rates for family members).
• A monthly "mobility budget" (with the possibility of a leasing car and/or public transport, etc.)
• At least 31 holidays per year.
• A training or coaching programme throughout your career, both linguistically and technically.
• Flexible working schedule of 38 hours per week.
• Teleworking up to 50% of the time.
• A modern and comfortable working environment (along the canal, a few minutes from Bizet metro station).
• A kitchenette and a bright, modern cafeteria to encourage discussion and relaxation.
• Individual office space.
• A pleasant and intellectually stimulating working environment with 90 colleagues, including lunch debates, themed meals and snacks, etc.