Chris Mc Gillen
About Chris Mc Gillen
Chris Mc Gillen is a Senior Radiation Technician with extensive experience in radiation protection and environmental remediation. He has worked for various organizations in Canada, including BWXT Canada Ltd and Ontario Power Generation, and holds a diploma in Radiation Protection/Health Physics Technician from Algonquin College.
Current Role at Perma-Fix Environmental Services
Chris Mc Gillen serves as a Senior Radiation Technician at Perma-Fix Environmental Services, Inc. since 2020. His role involves overseeing radiation safety protocols and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations in Port Hope, Ontario. He has been with the company for four years, contributing to various projects focused on environmental remediation.
Previous Experience at BWXT Canada Ltd
Prior to his current position, Chris worked at BWXT Canada Ltd as a Radiation Monitor from 2019 to 2020 in Ottawa, Ontario. His responsibilities included monitoring radiation levels and ensuring safety standards were met. This role lasted for one year and provided him with valuable experience in the nuclear industry.
Education and Qualifications
Chris Mc Gillen studied at Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology, where he earned a diploma in Radiation Protection/Health Physics Technician. He is also Canadian Nuclear Laboratories G1 qualified, specifically for the Port Hope Area Initiative (PHAI). Additionally, he is certified in the Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Class 7, which pertains to radioactive materials.
Experience at Ontario Power Generation
Chris has extensive experience with Ontario Power Generation, where he held multiple roles. He worked as a Radiation Protection Technician from 2017 to 2018 in Bowmanville, Ontario, and later served as a Radiation Protection Coordinator from 2016 to 2019 in Pickering, Ontario. His work involved implementing radiation safety measures and coordinating protection protocols.
Background in Radiation Safety
Chris Mc Gillen has a strong background in radiation safety and environmental remediation. He has experience in environmental remediation verification procedures, particularly in nuclear and soil remediation contexts. His previous roles also included working as a Radiation Survey Technician at EnergySolutions in 2015, where he focused on radiation survey tasks.