Health and Safety Professional - East/Computational Complex

Requisition Id14905

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Health and Safety Professional who will provide safety and health guidance and leadership in support of the East/Computational Complex in the Facilities and Operations Directorate, Facilities Management Division. This position resides in the Mission Support Safety Services Group in the Safety and Operations Support Division (SOSD) at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide Health and safety support and oversight of operations and maintenance activities.

• Build and sustain an environment that supports cooperation and cohesiveness between health and safety and operations and maintenance staff.

• Exert health and safety influence in the oversight of activities; set performance standards and expectations; cultivate organization input to anticipate and plan needs for program support.

• Evaluate activity hazard analyses and daily tasks to identify hazards and recommendations for controls.

• Perform periodic surveillances and assessments to verify compliance and program effectiveness.

• Evaluate work practices, controls, and corrective actions for effectiveness and compliance.

• Use industrial hygiene practices and equipment to conduct qualitative and quantitative exposure assessments to monitor chemical and physical hazards.

• Assist with the implementation of Integrated Safety Management (ISM) into the work planning and execution process with the support of an interdisciplinary construction team.

• Provide technical support in the application of regulatory requirements, procedures and standards for health and safety including 10 CFR 851.

• Lead or participate in incident investigations, incident critiques, inspections, and audits, and advise management on regulatory requirements.

• Provide professional health and safety support to all levels of management.

• Obtain participation from ORNL staff and other resources for the implementation of lab-wide safety initiatives and programs in support of SSD.

• Mentor junior staff on the principles of Safe Conduct of Research including being personally responsible for ensuring safe operations by raising safety concerns, using a questioning attitude, considering hazards for every task, and never stop learning.

• 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 science, engineering, industrial hygiene/industrial safety, occupational health and safety, or relevant technical field with a minimum of 5 years of related health and safety experience, or a MS degree in industrial hygiene/industrial safety or relevant technical field with a minimum of 4 years of related health and safety experience.

• Experience in field oversight/assessment of industrial hygiene/industrial safety performance and compliance with applicable OSHA, local, state, and federal industrial hygiene and safety standards and regulations.

• Knowledge and background in chemical/material identification and analysis along with experience in hazard analysis/exposure assessment activities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working as a team player in an ever-changing, multi-discipline, multi-task and integrated/functional organizational environment which requires interfacing with management, construction and a union workforce.

• Knowledge of asbestos, silica, beryllium and lead safety requirements and legacy hazards at DOE facilities.

• Demonstrated excellence in leadership, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

• Experience working in multiple industrial hygiene and industrial safety areas.

• Knowledge in performing calculations to determine exposure potential.

• Experience with work control processes in a research and development environment and/or industrial environment.

• Experience working with personal computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook and PowerPoint as well as industrial hygiene sample data management systems.

• Detailed knowledge of Integrated Safety Management and 10 CFR 851.

• Previous health and safety experience in a DOE complex.

• Technical knowledge of IH instrumentation including calibration, usage, limitations, and calculations/interpretations of results.

• Professional certifications such as CIH, ASP, or CSP.

• DOE or other work experience with facilities and processes involving radiological hazards.

• DOE Security Clearance.

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.

• Physical Requirements: Work involves various physical requirements and working conditions. As such, a pre-hire physical will be required after offer.

  • Certain activities may require the use of protective equipment including respirators and protective suits and other equipment to protect the eyes, skin, legs and feet as necessary.

  • Work tasks may involve physical demands, including, but not limited to: standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling heavy items, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and reaching (high & low level).

  • Work may be in varied environmental conditions, including, but not limited to: outdoors (heat/cold), confined spaces, radiological areas, elevated surfaces, hazardous material storage or contaminated areas.

  • Operation of motor vehicles on site and over public roads.

• 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.