Operations Manager II - Shift Operations Manager

Amentum•Richland, WA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Manager is responsible for managing and coordinating operations activities associated with plant equipment and systems within an assigned organizational area. The role performs complex work within approved schedules and budgets, uses independent judgment to resolve problems, and may coordinate technical and administrative activities with employees across disciplines and departments. The manager ensures Operations work complies with plant procedures, policies, applicable laws and regulations, contractual requirements, the Authorization Basis, and technical requirements. The position supports operations, maintenance, and commissioning at the Waste Treatment Plant (WTP), including supervision of assigned staff and direction of facility activities. The manager maintains awareness of facility status and modifications, supports procedure and training development, reviews work authorizations and technical documents, and ensures work is completed safely and in accordance with approved procedures and facility requirements. The role may include emergency response responsibilities and requires working a rotating schedule of four days on/four days off, alternating two weeks of days and two weeks of nights. The position is located at the construction site approximately 22 miles north of Richland.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Three years of nuclear facility experience, as required by DOE Order 426.2. Certain related academic training may substitute for up to two years of nuclear experience on a one-for-one basis; experience in design, construction, and operational training may be evaluated case by case and requires approval.
Eight years of total relevant experience in operations, maintenance, or engineering; at least three years should include relevant supervisory or managerial experience.
Working knowledge and experience with DOE Order 422.1, Conduct of Operations.
Working knowledge and experience with DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, Qualification, and Certification Requirements for Nuclear Facilities.
Working knowledge and experience with DOE Order 232.1, Occurrence Reporting and Processing of Operations Information.
Working knowledge and experience with DOE Standard 3009, Documented Safety Analysis (DSA).
Working knowledge and experience with DOE Order 420.1, Nuclear Safety Policy.
Willingness and ability to work a rotating schedule of four days on/four days off, with two weeks on day shift followed by two weeks on night shift.
Authorization to work and remain in the United States without current or future Amentum visa sponsorship.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check, including verification of employment and education.
Ability to obtain a Department of Energy badge for access to the Hanford Site.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, including deskwork and field oversight activities in areas that may be hazardous or contaminated and while wearing personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in engineering or science, or equivalent education; the degree may substitute for two years of experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of DOE operating policies, rules, and regulations, or knowledge of commercial nuclear facility regulations and requirements such as NRC/INPO, and applicable industry codes and standards.
Experience with shift operations in a DOE production facility or high-hazard facility, including working knowledge of Conduct of Operations.
Safety Trained Supervisor certification.

Responsibilities

Perform all work safely and in compliance with environmental permits and regulations.
Complete operations management qualification requirements and maintain qualifications and required training.
Support operations, maintenance, and commissioning of the Waste Treatment Plant facilities.
Remain apprised of operational status and ongoing modification activities.
Support development of facility procedures, work instructions, and training materials, and support training implementation.
Direct field activities and use of project resources, including personnel and materials.
Supervise assigned personnel, including assigning complex work, setting priorities, evaluating performance, and providing training.
Review project design and other documents for maintenance and testing impacts, repair methods, and related matters within the area of expertise; provide comments.
Identify deficiencies and initiate corrective actions.
Prepare timely and accurate oral and written technical reports on assigned activities.
Review Work Authorizations and Work Releases for maintenance, operations, construction, testing, and surveillance that affect the facility or its equipment.
Ensure operating activities are conducted safely and within applicable permits, licenses, the documented safety analysis, and technical safety requirements, including requirements for waste releases.
Ensure conduct-of-operations standards are upheld in the planning and performance of facility activities.
Conduct concise briefings that establish goals and priorities, and communicate with support organizations to keep operating activities on schedule.
Make timely notifications as required by facility events and procedures.
Take emergency action to prevent or mitigate abnormal events and place the facility in a safe, stable condition.
Provide clear instructions to Supervisors, Commissioning Technicians, and support personnel, and require them to repeat back their understanding.
Meet goals and objectives established by facility management and maintain broad awareness of operational conditions affecting facility safety.
Ensure personnel on duty do not use potentially distracting written materials or devices.
Take necessary action, including shutting down facility operations, to protect the facility, personnel, the public, and the environment during emergencies.
Review all process rate changes and ensure conduct-of-operations procedures are correctly implemented.
Support the WTP Nuclear Safety Quality Culture by emphasizing safety and quality in work performance.
Identify housekeeping and facility material-condition deficiencies and refer them to the appropriate organizations for corrective action.
Maintain awareness of facility status and ensure equipment, including equipment operated by supporting groups, is operated according to written and approved procedures.
Be responsible for the performance of personnel assigned to the shift.
Conduct initial investigations of abnormal events, including quarantining equipment and systems when necessary.
Conduct periodic facility tours to observe activities and verify they are performed safely and according to approved procedures.
May act as Facility Emergency Coordinator during cold and hot commissioning, implementing emergency plan procedures and maintaining communications with the emergency operations center.
Ensure Commissioning Technicians and Operations Staff are trained, qualified, and physically fit to perform their work.
Maintain overall authority and responsibility for directing and controlling facility activities, including those conducted by supporting groups and on-the-job training personnel.