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SalaryThe Operations Support section supports the operations activities of the Licensed Nuclear Facilities (LNF) which includes Universal Cells (UC), Building 234, Fuels and Materials Cells (FMC), Building 375, Tritium Facility (TF) Building 215, Recycled Fuel Fabrication Facility (RFFL) Building 375, B405 Revitalization Project and ZED-2 Operations Facility, Building 145. The Operations Specialist will support small projects in LNF and support cost recovery in LNF. The candidate will also assist in the general operation of the Facilities by supporting the Operations Manager and Facility direct operating staff.
This supports the operation of the S&T Licensed Facilities by developing work control authorization using the Integrated Work Control process. Accurate and effective procedures are required for all aspects of the operation. The successful candidate will begin with a focus on planning, updating procedures and implementing changes in the Facilities thus acquiring technical expertise in the design and operation of Facility systems.
This position offers an excellent opportunity for career development while working on a variety of systems, small and large projects and a number of new programs and initiatives. The position offers unique challenges, exposure to commissioning activities, operating systems problem solving and design interface activities.
- Provide technical, budget and schedule oversight and act on behalf of the Facilities as operations representative.
- Assist in providing technical support for maintenance of all systems.
- To be responsible for the safe, proper and efficient operation of all Facility systems.
- To be familiar with the appropriate methods and precautions required for the handling of radioactive materials.
- To be cross-trained in operating multiple facilities efficiently, safely and competently.
- To perform other related duties appropriate to the assigned level.
- Carrying out other duties as assigned.
- Honours Bachelor in Engineering or Science from a university of recognized standing, or membership in an engineering or scientific professional organization authorized by statute to establish qualification for membership in that organization.
- Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member and to respond to challenging schedule demands.
- Experience in nuclear operations is an asset
- General knowledge of nuclear, mechanical, chemistry, and electrical.
- Must have demonstrated excellent written and oral abilities.
- Must be self-motivated and driven. Must be comfortable in performing work with short timelines and high pressure.
- Must have broad training or educational qualifications specific to the job duties; be willing to obtain or attend further job related training and accreditation.
- Ability to perform under stress when confronted with emergency, unusual or hazardous conditions.
- Must possess good judgment and communication skills [oral and written].
- Demonstrate ability to work as an effective team member, and to respond to challenging schedule demands.
- Must possess a high sense of individual responsibility.
- Direct experience in an operations environment would be an asset.
- Reliability and attendance records of applicants will be scrutinized and considered in this competition.
- Knowledge of process, mechanical and electrical systems operations and maintenance practices.
- Basic knowledge of business and management principles involved in project planning, budgeting and resource allocation and coordination of resources.
- Basic knowledge of procurement and financial processes.
Security clearance eligibility required: Level 2 Secret which has a minimum requirement of 7 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat “Standard on Security Screening” and the “Policy on Government Security”.
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 pace setters, 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!
- 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 area that is environmentally pristine with extensive forests, hills and numerous small lakes, all of which 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 you with unparalleled outdoor adventures at your doorstep! In fact, Deep River was named as the fourth best place to live in Canada in a recent ranking by movingwaldo.com.
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.
CNL also supports a workplace environment and a corporate culture that is built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity and Excellence which encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects inclusive of 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 in relation to 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.
