Operations Manager I-II

United Cleanup Oak Ridge, LLC; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

UCOR is seeking an Operations Manager I-II for the Transuranic Waste Processing Center in Oak Ridge, TN. This senior leadership role directs safe, compliant facility operations, oversees radiation safety programs, and maintains operational readiness for waste receiving and shipment.

The ideal candidate has a strong track record in DOE facility management, experience with hazard controls, and the ability to coordinate with safety and environmental teams to sustain exemplary performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in hazardous and regulated DOE operations.
• At least 5 years in a nuclear hazard category II nuclear facility.

Responsibilities

• Represent TWPC Management chain of command in the execution of daily activities.
• Administers the TWPC Facility Emergency Management Program.
• Implements the Conduct of Operations Program in the facility.
• Ensures operations are conducted compliantly with the Safety Basis; liaises with Nuclear Facility Safety Manager and Nuclear Criticality Safety Manager.
• Oversees control area; communications and shift turnover.
• Conducts investigations of Abnormal Events and provides notifications and occurrence reporting.

Skills

Facility Management

Radiological & Hazardous Material

Contract & Subcontractor Management

TWPC Safety Basis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline

Job description

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Operations Manager I-II

Facility Operations NGF SAL FT Mgmt-Managers

Classification Title: Operations Manager (Facility Manager Lead)

Grade: 27-28 (depending on experience)

Position Title: Operations Manager (FM Lead)– TWPC (Grade 27 / Grade 28)
Company: United Cleanup Oak Ridge (UCOR)
Location: Oak Ridge, TN
Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Position Overview

The Operations Manager (Grade 27/28) for the Transuranic Waste Processing Center (TWPC) is a critical senior leadership role responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of the TWPC facility. This role oversees a robust nuclear safety basis that supports waste receiving and shipment, hazard category II nuclear facility operations, and the implementation and maintenance of the safety enviroment that includes a sophisticated inventory control system. The successful candidate will lead daily TWPC facility management operations, ensure the facility is staffed by a qualified facility manager, maintain an exemplary safety record and operational oversight, and ensure stringent environmental compliance (EPA, TDEC, and DOE).

Key Responsibilities

• Represents TWPC Management chain of command in the execution of daily activities.
• Administers the TWPC Facility Emergency Management Program.
• Implements the Conduct of Operations Program in the facility.
• Ensures operations are conducted compliantly with the Safety Basis; liaisons closely and consults with TWPC Nuclear Facility Safety Manager and Nuclear Criticality Safety Manager for routine and off-normal situations, during development and planning of new operations, and during start-up of new operations.
• Orders emergency actions to be taken to prevent or mitigate the release of radioactive or hazardous materials to employees, the public, or the environment, and to prevent equipment damage.
• Ensures daily activities are conducted in accordance with the principles of Conduct of Operations.
• Maintains control and authorization of plant operations through approval of pre-authorized work, Plan of the Week, and Plan of the Day.
• Reviews and suggests changes to procedures and programs for Emergency Management, plant utilities and non-process related systems.
• Authorizes, or obtains higher authority for Startup/Restart of nuclear activities, as appropriate; provides input for startup notification reporting.
• Oversees Control Area; communications and shift turnover.
• Ensures operations activities comply with environmental, safety, health, and quality requirements.
• Oversees shift routine, operating practices, tours, and inspections.
• Conducts investigations of Abnormal Events, and; provides notifications and occurrence reporting.
• Performs Management Assessments for the Facility Management Organization.
• Authors and maintains the Conduct of Operations Procedures and Matrix.
• Initiates and tracks facility procedural revisions.
• Submits and monitors Maintenance Work Requests.
• Maintains control of Equipment and System status.
• Implements configuration management.
• Implements physical security of the Plant and assets.
• Performs field observations and assessments to ensure that activities are safely and correctly conducted.
• Conducts Readiness Reviews and Implementation Verification Reviews; external audits, reviews, and investigations.
• Schedules, authorizes, monitors, reviews, and approves surveillances.
• Demonstrates knowledge of local emergency procedures and site emergency manuals; participates in emergency drills and exercises.
• Recommends modifications to plant operations as conditions change.
• Conducts Management Self-Assessments.
• Maintains good housekeeping in the department.

Job Knowledge & Required Skills

• Facility Management: Deep knowledge of DOE Conduct of Operations and Facility Management requirements.
• Radiological & Hazardous Material Handling: In-depth understanding of radiological controls, transuranic waste, low-level radioactive waste (LLW), mixed low-level waste, and hazardous chemical classification.
• Contract & Subcontractor Management: Experience overseeing specialized subcontractors supporting ongoing operations in a nuclear facility
• TWPC Safety Basis: Strong proficiency in the approved TWPC DSA/TSR and requirements therein.

Grade-Specific Requirements & Responsibilities

Grade 27-28

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, geology, project management, or related discipline (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Experience: 12+ years of progressive experience in hazardous and regulated DOE operations, with at least 5 years in a nuclear hazard category II nuclear facility.
• Level-Specific Responsibilities:
• Provide organizational leadership for the FM and coordinates the efforts of the FM to ensure that facility activities are performed in a safe and compliant manner.
• Effectively communicate daily objectives and oversee training and development (Operator training and qualification; on-shift training; required reading; Timely Orders to Operators; Operator Aids).
• Coach and develop personnel in performing operations according to sound operating principles, company policies and procedures.
• Immediately notifies the TWPC Management Team in the event of conditions which substantially impact process operations or threaten mission objectives.
• Ensure essential functions of assigned Facility Management personnel are performed in a safety-conscious work environment.
• Provide coaching and direction in order to promote HPI.
• Additional responsibilities as required by UCOR-4141, UCOR Quality Assurance Program Plan

NOTE: Based upon the facility classification, categorization and the complexity of operations, the FM qualification process is more rigorous for a Nuclear facility than a Radiological facility