Vytas Plavaitis

Dedicated Health Physics Technician and former Chemistry Technician with over a decade of experience in chemical engineering, plating operations, and technical manufacturing. Strong safety focus, excellent attention to detail, and a proven ability to work independently in regulated, high hazard environments.

Health Physics Technician (Level 3) at EDF / HPB (2025-02 – 2026-07) • Strong commitment to health and safety, consistently applying ALARP principles.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision and take ownership of tasks.
• High accuracy in numerical calculations for radiological measurements.
• Conduct routine monitoring of surface and airborne contamination, dose rates, and personnel activities.
• Perform ionising radiation surveys in compliance with established procedures.
• Test and verify radiation monitors and detectors using sealed sources.
• Record all radiation and contamination monitoring results using approved digital systems.
• Monitor waste, used PPE, and equipment leaving the site for compliance with acceptance conditions.
• Provide guidance on radiological hazards and safe working practices.
• Reinforce radiological safety standards and support a strong nuclear safety culture.

Chemistry

Technician at Manpower at EDF (2023-10 – 2025-02) • Performed chemistry monitoring and surveillance according to station programmes.

• Provided routine operational chemistry advice within authorised limits.
• Maintained laboratory facilities, stocks, and instrumentation.
• Recorded results in LIMS and reported anomalies promptly.
• Conducted routine monitoring of plant systems and performed chemical conditioning.

Optical

Technician (Plating) at Cambridge Technology / Novanta (2021-07 – 2023-06) • Performed plating and surface treatment on beryllium components.

• Completed process checks, chemical changeovers, and mechanical preparation.
• Operated plating equipment and made process adjustments when necessary.
• Conducted inspections using micro meters, gauges, and quality tools.
• Maintained full production traceability and supported process improvements. Assembler at Starline Holdings Technology Ltd (2020-01 – 2021-06) • Prepared and assembled components according to specifications and drawings. Electroplater at Stainless Plating Ltd (2019-08 – 2020-01) • Set up and operated equipment for nickel and cadmium plating.
• Interpreted work orders and controlled process parameters.
• Completed full electroplating cycles and inspected finished parts.

Manufacturing

Technician / Moulding Operator at Blachford Ltd (2018-01 – 2019-04) • Operated silicone moulding machinery and performed tool setups.

• Conducted inspections, monitored process conditions, and completed documentation. Driver at Beadle Chrome (2017-10 – 2017-12) • Delivered goods to customers and completed required paperwork.

Plating

Operator at Moog Components Ltd (2011-05 – 2017-10) • Performed gold, silver, nickel, copper, alochrome, and zinc plating.

• Maintained plating baths, adjusted chemical levels, and inspected coated parts.
• Ensured accurate records and supported on-time delivery.

Forklift

Operator at Various Employers (2007 – 2011) Direct Wines Ltd, Plenty House Ltd, Gillette UK Ltd, Food Partners Ltd • Operated forklifts safely, completed daily checks, and maintained stock records.

Forklift training (2007 – 2008)

ESOL Entry 3 – University of Cambridge (2012 – 2012)

Foundation Certificate – Institute of Materials Finishing (2023 – 2023)

Level 2 Health Physics technician (2024 – 2024)

Level 3 Health Physics technician (2025 – 2025)