Supervisor, Nuclear Operations

Oak Ridge National Laboratory•Oak Ridge, TN

11d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Nuclear Operations Supervisor for the Non-Reactor Nuclear Facilities Division which conducts operations within the hot cell facilities to ensure safe and compliant execution of the R&D mission including fuels and irradiated materials examinations within the Irradiated Fuels Examination Facility and the Irradiated Materials Examination Facilities. Selection will be based on qualifications, relevant experience, skills, and education.

Requirements

BS degree with a minimum of four years relevant experience in a nonreactor nuclear hot cell facility. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Requires a minimum of four years of nuclear operations experience.
Qualified candidates should have demonstrated experience in leading teams.

Nice To Haves

Operations experience within the Irradiated Fuels Examination Laboratory or Irradiated Materials Examination Laboratory.

Responsibilities

Lead a group that strategically advances technical professional subject matter expertise for a variety of technical projects, programs or operations consistent with ORNL’s aspiration to be the world’s premier R&D institution and ORNL’s science culture.
Lead operations within the 3525/3025 hot cell facilities to ensure safe and compliant execution of the R&D mission.
Coach and mentor operations staff regarding Battelle’s “Safe Conduct of Research” principles.
Ensure that work is completed in accordance with the approved work package and operating procedure.
Develop and revise work packages and procedures to ensure safe and compliant operational practices.
Lead ESH&Q by example and ensure all work is carried out safely, securely, and in compliance with ORNL policies, standards, and procedures.
Schedule with R&D staff and R&D mission tasks within the facilities.
Assist Group Leader in ensuring facilities are operated in a compliant manner and are available for research activities.
Identify potential problems, recognize unexpected results, and troubleshoot some of the more complex operational problems.
Ensure that Hot Cell Operator qualifications are maintained as a BVO Hot Cell Operator in accordance with DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Qualification, and Training Requirements for DOE Facilities.
Coordinate the schedule for the removal, inspection, segregation, and disposition of various radioactive waste streams.
Ensure that work areas are in a safe, clear, and orderly condition.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the BVO Leadership.
Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, health, industrial hygiene, and quality program requirements.
Conduct pre- and post-job briefings for all personnel to be involved in the work.