Section Head - HFIR Maintenance

Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a Section Head for the HFIR Maintenance organization. This role leads the Maintenance Program, Work Control process, and Melton Valley Complex Facility Management, reporting to the HFIR Plant Manager within the Nuclear Research Reactors Division of the Neutron Sciences Directorate.

The position emphasizes leadership, safety culture, and collaboration with labor relations and bargaining units to sustain reliable reactor operations and support neutron

Qualifications

• A BS degree in engineering or related science with at least twelve years of relevant professional experience.
• Minimum of three years of supervisory or management experience.
• At least four years of nuclear plant experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for the HFIR Maintenance Section.
• Direct and implement the Maintenance Program to ensure precision maintenance and effective condition monitoring.
• Manage the Work Control process to maintain compliance and safe, reliable reactor operation.
• Implement Melton Valley Complex Facility Management to meet current and future facility needs.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors with core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Nuclear plant experience

Education

BS in engineering or related science

Job description

We are seeking a Section Head who provides leadership for the High Flux Isotope Reactor (HFIR) Maintenance organization and is responsible for the Maintenance Program and Work Control process. The HFIR Maintenance Section Head is also responsible for implementation of Melton Valley Complex Facility Management under the direction of the Complex Facility Manager. This position resides in the HFIR Maintenance Section, Nuclear Research Reactors Division (RRD), Neutron Sciences Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).

Work Directions and Interfaces

Position reports and is accountable to the HFIR Plant Manager. Interfaces exist throughout RRD and other divisions.

Authority/Approval Levels: Provides work direction to Maintenance Implementation (Craft Supervisors and their bargaining unit employees), Maintenance Engineering, and Maintenance Work Coordinator.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership for the Maintenance Section
  • Ensure sustained excellence in the overall conduct of Maintenance to support the HFIR Mission.
  • Reinforce the Nuclear Safety Culture and Human Performance Improvement tools.
  • Work with Labor Relations and the bargaining unit to manage maintenance craft effectively and in accordance with the contract.
• Direct and implement the Maintenance Program
  • Ensure precision maintenance techniques are applied to avoid introducing equipment problems.
  • Utilize condition monitoring technologies to maximize equipment life without unexpected failures.
  • Optimize and execute preventive maintenance to prevent known failure modes.
  • Respond quickly and effectively to address emergent problems.
  • Manage financial resources in accordance with the Integrated Work Plan.
• Manage the Work Control process
  • Maintain compliance with HFIR work control processes and applicable organizational requirements. - Structure the process to promote safe, reliable, efficient reactor operation and to support the needs of Complex Facility and Neutron Scattering Experiments work.
  • Ensure consistent implementation of the process in the field.
• Implement Melton Valley Complex Facility Management
  • Maintain Melton Valley Complex Facilities in excellent condition within available space funding.
  • Work through Laboratory processes to request additional support to meet current and future facility needs.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

• A BS degree in engineering or related science with at least twelve years of relevant professional experience
• Minimum of three years of supervisory or management experience
• At least four years of nuclear plant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with non-destructive testing, understanding of electrical, pressure vessel, piping codes and standards, and maintenance procedures
• Experience working with bargaining unit employees, labor relations principles, and the ATLC contract

Special Requirements:

• This position requires access to technology that is subject to export control requirements. Successful candidates must be qualified for such access without an export control license.
• This position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program.
• Visa sponsorship is not available.

Benefits at ORNL:

We offer competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain hardworking people! The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also provided for convenience.

Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, and Employee Discounts. Relocation Assistance is available.

This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.