Subcontractor Field Representative

Requisition Id15064

Overview:

The Safety and Operations Services Division (SOSD) within the Environment, Safety, Health and Quality (ESHQ) Directorate at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks to hire an exceptional and proven candidate as a Subcontractor Field Representative in the Electrical and Chemical Operations Group. The successful candidate will be responsible with coordination and oversight of safety and other contract requirements for non-construction work activities performed on-site by subcontractors.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Serve as liaison between the subcontractor/supplier performing work, and ORNL staff
• Assist in development of Statements of Work, Hazard Analyses, work permits, and other documentation
• Assist in reviewing purchase requests for on-site work that involves hazards
• Coordinate site support (i.e. craft, subject matter experts, security, etc.) for on-site activities
• Facilitate requests and approvals for site access by subcontractors
• Assist in conducting pre-job briefings in conjunction with technical staff
• Monitor subcontractor performance to assess safety and compliance with UT-Battelle contract deliverables
• Assist in mentoring and evaluating subcontractor staff and work activities
• Reinforce the expectation that everyone is personally responsible for safety and stop work if unsafe conditions are identified
• 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, science, or a related technical discipline
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a safety, supplier quality, or technical role in facilities with a variety of hazards
• Experience evaluating compliance with documented requirements
• Experience drafting procedures, reports, or other documentation
• Ability to read and comprehend complex requirements and identify applicability to ongoing work
• Ability to clearly communicate requirements to a variety of roles and levels of management both verbally and in writing

Preferred Qualifications:

• Direct experience overseeing suppliers' work and ensuring contract adherence
• Experience analyzing hazards and defining controls to keep workers safe
• Operations experience in a Research & Development or manufacturing environment
• Ability to track multiple activities that require varying types of support
• Ability to work with electronic systems such as databases, queries, and the expanded Microsoft toolset (Office, SharePoint, Power BI, etc.)
• Continuous improvement experience
• Causal analysis experience
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs

Special Requirements:

• Q clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, 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: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

About ORNL:

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation's most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation.

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added 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, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

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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.

We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.

If you have trouble applying for a position, please email ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

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.