Inspection and Enforcement Officer

INSPECTION AND ENFORCEMENT OFFICER (INDUSTRY) – GRADE AE4

The Atomic Energy Regulatory Authority (AERA), established under the Atomic Energy Act No. 16 of 2011, is Malawi’s Nuclear and Radiation Regulatory Body mandated to protect the public, workers, and the environment from the harmful effects of ionizing radiation.

AERA aims to be an excellent regulatory authority in nuclear and radiation protection and is seeking qualified, experienced, and results-oriented individuals to fill the following positions tenable at its Lilongwe office.

Number of Posts: One (1)
Reporting To: Inspection and Enforcement Manager

Purpose of the Job

To implement inspection and enforcement programs in industrial facilities.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Conduct planned and ad hoc inspections.
• Conduct inspections of industrial facilities using radiation sources to ensure compliance with national regulations and licence conditions.
• Monitor the safe use, storage, transport, and disposal of radioactive materials and radiation-emitting equipment.
• Monitor compliance with the Atomic Energy Act, Regulations, licences, and permit conditions issued by AERA.
• Compile inspection and technical reports and recommend improvements where non-compliance is identified.
• Ensure suitable remedial actions are implemented in cases of non-compliance.
• Recommend enforcement action where serious violations of the Act, Regulations, licences, or permit conditions occur.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, or suspected violations involving radiation sources in industry.
• Support emergency preparedness and response activities related to radiation incidents.
• Provide technical advice on radiation safety in industrial applications such as mining, construction, manufacturing, and non-destructive testing.
• Implement section work plans.
• Prepare periodic reports.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must possess:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in:
  • Nuclear Science
  • Physics
  • Industrial Laboratory Technology

Obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE).

• Minimum of one (1) year proven experience in radiation safety and security.

Additional Skills and Abilities

• Sound strategic thinking.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Good research skills.
• High integrity and honesty.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Flexible, result-oriented, and innovative thinking.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to write analytical and technical reports.

Interested applicants meeting the above requirements should submit:

• Application Letter
• Certified Copies of Certificates
• Detailed and Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Three Traceable Referees
• Copy of National ID

Applications should be addressed to:

The Executive Director
Atomic Energy Regulatory Authority (AERA)
Private Bag 368
Lilongwe 3

Thursday, 25 June 2026

Applicants must clearly indicate the position being applied for on the envelope.

Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged and invited for interviews.

Note

AERA is an equal opportunity employer. Women are encouraged to apply.

Please note that AERA does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.