Nuclear Facility Equipment Operator Team Manager
About The Position
The Nuclear Facility Equipment Operator Team Manager provides direct supervision of the Nuclear Facility Equipment Operator organization and reports to the Test Operations Lead. The role is accountable for hiring, developing, evaluating, and retaining Operators, maintaining qualification programs and workforce readiness, and coordinating staffing with other team Managers to meet operational needs while sustaining long-term organizational capability. The role may require extended hours or off-normal schedules. The manager leads personnel performance and development, oversees Operator qualification and continuing training, supports continuous improvement and operational standards, and coordinates with the Shift Supervisor and partner organizations. Administrative duties include maintaining personnel and qualification records, developing workforce metrics and management reports, and supporting budget planning, resource management, and workforce forecasting. The manager is expected to build a disciplined, professional, results-driven team; apply Conduct of Operations principles; make objective personnel decisions; develop future leaders; and promote clear communication, teamwork, integrity, and sound judgment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Business Management, or a related field with at least 4 years of relevant experience; or at least 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
- Leadership experience in a nuclear, industrial, manufacturing, or similarly regulated environment.
- Experience supervising and developing technical personnel.
- Knowledge of Conduct of Operations and Human Performance principles.
- Ability to manage performance and multiple priorities.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances.
- Ability to work extended hours or off-normal schedules.
Nice To Haves
- Experience leading teams in a nuclear or highly regulated environment.
- Experience managing qualification or training programs.
- Experience with recruiting, hiring, and workforce planning.
- Experience conducting performance evaluations and administering compensation.
- Experience with Corrective Action Programs or continuous improvement systems.
- DOE, NRC, Navy Nuclear, or similar industry experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct supervision, coaching, and development for Operators at all levels.
- Set performance expectations, conduct evaluations, and provide ongoing feedback.
- Develop employee growth plans, support career progression, and identify future leaders.
- Recommend promotions and administer merit increases within established guidelines.
- Address employee concerns and support employee relations and disciplinary actions in coordination with management and HR.
- Determine staffing requirements and maintain appropriate staffing levels and qualification coverage.
- Lead recruiting, interviewing, hiring recommendations, and Operator onboarding.
- Approve leave, schedule adjustments, and overtime within delegated authority.
- Monitor employee performance and drive continuous improvement, implementing performance improvement actions when necessary and maintaining required personnel documentation.
- Oversee Operator qualification and continuing training programs; ensure standards, materials, and processes remain current and effective.
- Track qualification progress, resolve barriers, and evaluate readiness for qualification completion.
- Maintain Area Manager qualification and technical proficiency.
- Review performance trends and improve operator processes, procedures, and training programs.
- Support the Corrective Action Program and incorporate operating experience and lessons learned.
- Reinforce Conduct of Operations standards.
- Coordinate with other team Managers and the Shift Supervisor to ensure staffing readiness and operational alignment.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance, Radiation Protection, and other organizations to support operations.
- Support Test Operations Lead priorities and departmental initiatives.
- Maintain qualification and personnel records.
- Develop workforce metrics and management reports.
- Support budget planning, resource management, and workforce forecasting.
- Hold personnel accountable, make consistent and objective personnel decisions, develop future leaders through coaching and delegation, and promote communication and teamwork.
- Perform other assigned duties.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
