Director, Field Operations & Site Oversight

AECL; Chalk River; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

AECL is seeking a Director, Field Operations Oversight to lead owner-side oversight of S&T and waste operations, coordinating field activities and site observations across Canadian locations.

You will build and implement documented oversight plans, challenge findings as needed, and ensure evidence informs governance and decision-making under the GoCo model.

Join a small, mission-driven team delivering public value through rigorous field intelligence and accountable, credible field oversight.

Responsibilities

• Provide owner-side oversight of S&T and waste operations and related facilities across Canada.
• Lead a team responsible for site-based evidence, field observations, and reporting.
• Develop and implement oversight plans and verify field conditions.
• Escalate issues and ensure evidence informs AECL governance and decision‑making.

Job description

AECL is seeking a Director, Field Operations Oversight to lead owner-side oversight of S&T and waste operations, coordinating field activities and site observations across Canadian locations.

You will build and implement documented oversight plans, challenge findings as needed, and ensure evidence informs governance and decision-making under the GoCo model.

Join a small, mission-driven team delivering public value through rigorous field intelligence and accountable, credible field oversight.