Senior Operations Support Specialist-Asbestos Inspector

14-Jan-2025

Environmental, Safety, Health & Quality

9834BR

Who We Are

As the Savannah River Site's management and operations contractor since 2008, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) makes the world safer. With safety and security in the forefront, SRNS develops innovative approaches to deliver on our environmental commitments and nuclear materials challenges; supplies products and services necessary to maintain the nation's nuclear deterrent; secures nuclear materials to prevent unwanted proliferation; and transforms nuclear materials into assets and stable wasteforms.

The SRNS workforce is highly capable, engaged, and adaptable to meet existing and expanding missions. SRNS employees apply superior expertise and innovative solutions to complex and challenging national and global issues. We have the knowledge to address a range of national and international nuclear issues. We make the world safer - and you can, too.

What You'll Do in This Position

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following. Perform Asbestos Hazards Emergency Response Act (AHERA) building inspections in accordance with Federal, State and Site requirements. Must be able to perform field walkdowns in facilities and be able to obtain facility access qualifications. Physically assess suspect asbestos materials, collect samples and maintain chain of custody. Review facility work packages and related work control processes in support of operations, maintenance and project work evolutions associated with the daily operations of the site asbestos program. Develop schedule for asbestos inspections and write and submit asbestos Inspection Reports in accordance with site procedures and policies to meet regulatory requirements. Capable of researching drawings, technical reports, and engineering guides to understand building designs and construction. Provide regular and consistent operations feedback to the designated Supervisor, Operations Management or Site Asbestos Program Manager. Provide general and direct guidance to employees. Assist less senior personnel with more difficult aspects of work. Provide guidance to less senior employees according to established policies and management guidance

Provide leadership and direction in administering, implementing and resolving performance, compliance, administrative, or semi-technical programs and issues in direct or indirect support of operations. These functions may include, but are not limited to, unusual facility occurrences, self-assessments, external audits and new program implementation.
Monitor and assess operations-related evolutions in facility systems or equipment. Ensure the safe and optimally efficient operation of facility systems and equipment. Perform periodic reviews and assessments to ensure facility systems are operating properly and are being maintained within required limits. Maintain a comprehensive awareness of scheduled or anticipated work evolutions or other related operations support activities that could impact facility operations on shift/area of responsibility. Prepare detailed presentations, recommendations and status reports on various functional and programmatic operations areas for middle to upper division management. Demonstrate positive and adverse trends in operations and operations support performance measures. Identify causal factors and develop recommendations to mitigate adverse trends and to enhance positive trends. Functional and programmatic areas can include, CONOPS (Conduct of Operations), safety, and training among others. Administer and refine various functions in conjunction with or in support of operational program compliance, cost and budget, planning and scheduling, training, special projects or related areas. Interface with other groups within the facility, department and site in support of this effort. Lead ad hoc teams in resolving moderately complex technical or programmatic compliance issues, events and concerns directly or closely associated with operations areas. Provide regular and consistent operations feedback to the designated Supervisor, Operations or the Manager, Shift Operations in various functional and programmatic areas that directly support facility or area operations. Review and ensure the communication and understanding of new and revised technical and operations procedures, bulletins and required reading to operators and other relevant operations support personnel. Conduct training for operations personnel on new systems and equipment and evaluate and critique performance. Establish or assist in establishing training requirements. Function in a variety of contingency coordinator roles in support of operations.

Security Clearance Information

SRNS is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications. Positions with SRNS may require applicants to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Factors such as pre-employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and/or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre-employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Clearance Required to Perform Job

L

Qualifications We Require

High School Diploma, GED, or other equivalent State Credential

Other Qualifications

Must be able to meet Asbestos Medical Surveillance requirements. Have working knowledge of Word, Excel and Filemaker Pro, be able to obtain RWT II and a demonstrated knowledge of Conduct of Operations, Work Execution Requirements and ISMS. Good verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications We Desire

A comprehensive level of knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the functional area assigned including specific knowledge of a facility or area or location supported, where appropriate.
Thorough knowledge and understanding of all pertinent policies, practices, procedures, DOE orders and regulatory statutes which impact the function or facility supported.

Have working knowledge of Asset Suite. Currently possess the following licensing: Asbestos AHERA Supervisor and AHERA Building Inspector, and the ability to obtain Asbestos Project Designer license

What We Offer

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Benefits team is constantly assessing trends in the benefits area to provide the best possible services to our workforce. We ensure high quality outcomes of each service provider by consistent monitoring and oversite for positive results. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce. Your SRNS Health & Welfare benefits provide peace of mind and financial protection for you and your family. Some of the Benefits offered to full service employees include:

- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
- Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Employer paid life insurance with buy up options
- Employer paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Various wellness programs
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Discounts and other supplemental benefits

SRNS employees are critical to the success of SRNS, all while making the world a safer place. The work that we do every day makes a difference.

Standards of Excellence

The SRNS vision states that we will "be the standard of excellence in nuclear materials management by delivering knowledge, innovation and experience." This is underpinned by the recognition that everything we do relies on our employees and how they demonstrate the SRNS Standards of Excellence every day.

Built on the foundation of safety and security, each employee is expected to:
Model Excellence by demonstrating the highest standards and values in work and promoting them within the organization and to the customer.
Deliver Results by meeting customer expectations to ensure objectives, goals and deadlines are met while being good stewards of resources.
Energize and Recognize Teams through growing organizational strength and recognizing continued excellence.
Build Relationships by developing relationships with coworkers and customers to foster a respectful workplace.
Shape the Future by creating a diverse, innovative and integrated workforce that fosters mission success and company growth.

Note:

SRNS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. SRNS is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, you may contact us by phone at 803-952-8207, or by e-mail at hrrecruiting@srs.gov.

Job Expires

22-Jan-2025