Senior Operations Professional-Conduct of Operations & Radiological Protection-The Senior Operations Professional will provide senior-level technical expertise, operational oversight, and leadership in support of high-hazard nuclear facility operations. This position will focus on strengthening Conduct of Operations (ConOps), Radiological Protection/Radiological Controls (Rad Con), operational readiness, procedure compliance, and the integration of technical support organizations with facility operations. The successful candidate will apply extensive DOE nuclear facility experience to identify operational weaknesses, improve work processes, strengthen radiological safety practices, and ensure disciplined execution of facility activities in accordance with DOE requirements.
Responsibilities:- Provide senior-level technical guidance and oversight for operations at high-hazard and complex nuclear facilities, ensuring compliance with DOE Order 422.1, Conduct of Operations requirements, and applicable facility procedures.
- Evaluate and strengthen Conduct of Operations programs, including operational discipline, procedure compliance, field execution, supervisory oversight, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Provide technical expertise in Radiological Protection and Radiological Controls programs, including implementation of 10 CFR 835 requirements, contamination control, radiological work practices, and radiological safety.
- Perform operational assessments, management field observations, facility walkdowns, and compliance evaluations to identify deficiencies, recommend corrective actions, and improve operational performance.
- Establish and support integrated operations teams that coordinate facility operations, Radiological Protection, Engineering, Maintenance, Training, Safety Basis, and other technical support organizations.
- Identify weaknesses in organizational interfaces and develop practical solutions to improve communication, work planning, operational efficiency, and mission execution.
- Apply a graded approach to project management principles for operational activities, emphasizing safe execution, resource utilization, schedule performance, and cost improvement.
- Work closely with Safety Basis personnel to ensure operational requirements and Technical Safety Requirements (TSRs) are appropriately incorporated into facility activities and implemented in the field.
- Review and improve operating procedures, radiological work permits, work packages, and technical work documents to ensure compliance with applicable requirements and practical field implementation.
- Support development and improvement of Radiological Protection programs, including radiological surveys, contamination controls, air sampling, radiological postings, and radiological work planning.
- Coordinate with Training organizations to evaluate operator and Radiological Control Technician qualifications, improve continuing training programs, and strengthen supervisory effectiveness.
- Provide oversight and technical support for complex facility operations, maintenance activities, modifications, deactivation and decommissioning, and other high-hazard work evolutions.
- Prepare for and participate in operational readiness reviews, readiness assessments, startup activities, and facility evaluations.
- Evaluate operational performance and implement corrective actions to address deficiencies, improve regulatory compliance, and strengthen safety culture.
- Provide leadership and mentoring to facility operations personnel, supervisors, and technical support teams to promote disciplined operations and continuous improvement.
Required Education/Experience:- Minimum of ten (10) years of experience supporting the operation of high-hazard or complex facilities, including at least five (5) years of experience at a Department of Energy (DOE) facility.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience implementing Conduct of Operations principles in accordance with DOE Order 422.1.
- Significant experience with nuclear facility operations, Radiological Protection/Radiological Controls, or operational management in a DOE environment.
- Experience performing operational assessments, management field observations, procedure compliance evaluations, and corrective action activities.
- Demonstrated ability to integrate facility operations with technical support organizations and establish effective multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience implementing operational improvements, including work process efficiencies, resource optimization, or cost reduction initiatives.
- Working knowledge of DOE nuclear safety requirements, facility operating procedures, and operational readiness processes.
- Demonstrated leadership experience supporting personnel and activities in high-hazard operational environments.
Preferred Qualifications:- Previous experience supporting operations at the Savannah River Site.
- Experience serving as a Facility Manager, Deputy Facility Manager, Radiological Protection Manager, Conduct of Operations Manager, or similar senior operational leadership position.
- Extensive experience with 10 CFR 835, Radiological Protection programs, and radiological work control.
- Experience developing, implementing, or improving Conduct of Operations and Radiological Protection programs at DOE nuclear facilities.
- Experience supporting plutonium processing, nuclear material storage, radiological operations, or deactivation and decommissioning activities.
- Experience supporting facility startups, readiness assessments, operational evaluations, and regulatory compliance reviews.
- Experience leading large technical organizations, supervising radiological personnel, and mentoring operations leadership.
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