Business Operations Specialist

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories; Chalk River; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Business Operations Specialist to manage multiple projects and oversee operations. This role involves budgeting, forecasting, and collaborating with senior leadership on innovative initiatives. You will lead the development of projects related to electric vehicles and fleet management while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong background in asset management. Join a team committed to advancing nuclear science and technology in a supportive and diverse workplace, where your contributions can make a significant impact.

Benefits

Paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal)

Benefits effective day one

Tuition support

Pension plan

Qualifications

• University degree or college diploma in a related discipline required.
• Experience with Asset Management of Fleet and Materials is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and staffing for key operations.
• Lead business development of new projects and manage fleet operations.
• Collaborate on developing innovative work procedures.

Skills

Project Management

Asset Management

Regulatory Compliance

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Technological Awareness

Education

University degree or college diploma in a related discipline

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

EAMS systems

GEOTAB Vehicle monitoring system

Job description

Are you ready for a challenging role where you can manage multiple projects and make an impact? As a Business Operations Specialist, you’ll oversee budgeting, forecasting, and staffing while supporting key operations like fleet management, asset disposal, and capital purchases. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working with senior leadership, apply today!

What will you be doing!

• Leading the business development of new projects such as Electric/Hybrid vehicles, Fleetster booking system, and regulatory compliance projects.
• Facilitating the licensing of CNL vehicles and ensuring all regulatory inspections are recorded in EAMS systems.
• Acting as the Fleet Tool SPOC for transitioning from AVANTIS to the new system.
• Collaborating with others to develop work procedures using innovative approaches.
• Managing updates to the GEOTAB Vehicle monitoring system dashboard and coordinating stakeholder communications.
• Reviewing and approving proposed changes to the Fleet & Equipment Tool, supervising the implementation by Computer Scientists/Engineers.
• Managing GIR Fuel System daily activities and supporting contract and annual inspections.
• Identifying assets requiring Condition Assessments and determining prioritized Capital Purchases.
• Working with Procurement and Capital to ensure accurate asset inventories.
• Reviewing and updating existing processes, identifying gaps, and creating necessary documentation.
• Supporting day-to-day operations, including projects like the Site Electrical EV charging infrastructure.
• Participating in the strategic and operational planning of Fleet & Equipment and Asset Management initiatives.
• Leading Director-led initiatives and providing required reporting to stakeholders.
• Implementing and tracking BioFuel usage and reporting.
• Reviewing and updating fleet documentation and writing new documents as needed.
• Leading the development of new MSA’s and participating in MSA renewals.
• Providing leadership and supervision to the Fleet Coordinator role and overseeing students, contractors, and consultants.
• Ensuring successful transition and operational excellence in new activities, projects, and facilities.
• Focusing on technology transfer, knowledge sharing, and ensuring compliance and cost-effectiveness across projects.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What we are looking for:

• Education
  • University degree or college diploma in a related discipline.
• Experience
  • Experience with Asset Management of Fleet and Materials is preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Ability to comprehend or be cognizant of a broad range of technological and/or business issues.
  • Knowledge of CNL’s practices, procedures and organization is required.
  • Ability to work under pressure and conflicting priorities.
  • Good understanding of programs run in the facilities at CRL.
  • Computer skills including a good working knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
  • Proficiency in both written and oral communication is required.
• Security Clearance Eligibility Required
  • Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3-5 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat's “Standard on Security Screening” and the “Policy on Government Security.”

Why CNL?

Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We're reinventing ourselves to be the pacesetters so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.

We offer a complete total rewards package:

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal);
• Benefits effective day one, that’s right, no waiting period;
• Tuition support;
• and a pension!

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

• Clean energy for today and tomorrow.
• Restore and protect the Environment.
• Contribute to the health of Canadians.

Location:

CNL’s Chalk River laboratory is nestled in the Ottawa Valley and affords our employees an environmentally pristine area with extensive forests, hills, and numerous small lakes. These support a variety of wildlife typical to the southern edge of the Canadian Shield. Many surrounding towns, such as Pembroke, Petawawa, and Deep River, provide unparalleled outdoor adventures at your doorstep!

CNL works with employees across our Canadian locations to enable a hybrid workforce where possible. Our Hybrid employees work with their manager to establish expectations for when they will be on-site vs. working from home.

CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion in achieving our mission. CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders, and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities. Please read here for more on our DE&I Commitment.

CNL also supports a workplace environment and corporate culture built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity, and Excellence. These values encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects, including accommodations for all employees.

CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please indicate via our ATS when applying. All information received regarding accommodation requests will be kept confidential.

The Chalk River Laboratories site is located on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people. As an organization, CNL recognizes and appreciates their historic connection to this place. CNL also recognizes the contributions that First Nations, Métis, Inuit and other Indigenous Peoples have made, both in shaping and strengthening this community in particular, and this province and country as a whole.

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