The Nuclear Facility Manager is fully responsible for all execution activities for facilities turned over to Plant Operations. Nuclear Facility Manager II is senior line manager responsible for the overall safety and safe operation of the facility. All senior discipline managers such as Operations, Quality Assurance, Technical Support, Maintenance and Administration, as well as support function managers such as Health Protection, and Training are accountable to this position for the performance of their respective organizations support of facility activities. Ensures work executed by Operations staff is in accordance with Plant Operations and other applicable project procedures in accordance with policies and all applicable laws, regulations, Contract, Authorization Basis, and technical requirements.

This position shall be performed under the day-to-day direction, control, and supervision of WTCC

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES/TASKS

• Establish performance standards and ensuring the facilities adherence to the standards.

• Identify and correct operations performance deficiencies

• Ensure configuration control is maintained.

• Ensure facility compliance with DOE orders and requirements through implementation of WTP programs and procedures.

• Coordinate communications with support organizations to effectively support the facilities mission.

• Provide support to the Project’s overall budget and ensuring the facility adherence to budgetary constraints.

• Perform observations and assessments to ensure activities are safely and correctly conducted.

• Perform investigations following abnormal events to identify and correct the cause of the event.

• Keep senior management informed of the operational status of the facilities.

• Communicate directly with DOE to convey facility status and resolve issues in a timely manner.

• Interface with senior management, regulators, stakeholders, and the DOE regarding plant operations planning and execution.

• Support the Waste Treatment Plant Nuclear Safety Quality Culture by emphasizing the values of safety and quality in the performance of work in order to protect self, others, and the environment

• This job description is not intended to include every duty, task or instruction for which an employee is responsible. Other tasks may be assigned, based on business needs and the department supervisors request

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish of performance standards for adherence to those standards.

• Establish standards for professional conduct, good watch standing practices, equipment monitoring and management responsibilities which are fundamental to operating the facilities which meets DOE expectations.

• Manage care, custody, and control (work authorization) of systems, facilities, and areas turned over to Plant Operations

• Approve, for issuance, training materials for qualifying operations personnel.

• Approve, for issuance, procedures to accurately establish administrative, technical and response guidance for the overall safe operation of the facility.

• Sets priorities and goals to ensure the efficient and effective use of resources

• Determines reportability for issues/events related to systems, facilities, or areas turned over to Operations.

• Support Facility Operations Manager (FOM) in selecting, training, and qualifying operations personnel; provide direct oversight / management of the FOM, Facility Managers, and Operations Drill / Event Investigations Manager.

• Suspend any and all activities considered to be unsafe or in violation of approved procedures at the facility.

• Ensure operability of safety-related controls including managing and prioritizing waivers for key defense in depth (DiD) structures, systems and components (SSCs) in support of DFLAW operation.

• Approve for implementation, facility modifications and design changes approved by Plant Engineering.

• Approve the restart of facility activities once the cause of cessation of those activities has been identified and corrected and the appropriate concurrences from senior management and DOE are received.

• Authorized to order emergency actions to be taken to prevent or mitigate the release of radioactive or hazardous materials to employees, the public, or environment and to prevent equipment damage.

Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or a related science.

Experience: Has a minimum of 15 years related management and supervisory experience, at least 10 years of which are at the facility where the appointment is made or a similar high hazard chemical / nuclear facility. Has successfully completed the qualification program for the facility where the appointment is made or have plant/facility operational knowledge consistent with the requirements of the Nuclear Facility Manager's job. 4 Years of Nuclear facility experience required. (Nuclear Experience when used in reference to Nonreactor Nuclear Facilities, is experience acquired at any facility in which radioactive materials are routinely handled, stored, processed, or utilized. A Bachelor of Science (BS) may be substituted for up to 3 years of nuclear experience. Previous Vitrification Facility and DOE Facility Manager experience preferred.

Must have working knowledge and experience with:

 DOE Orders:

 422.1 Conduct of Operations

 426.2 Personnel Selection, Training, Qualification, and Certification Requirements for Nuclear Facilities

 232.1 Occurrence Reporting and Processing of Operations Information

 DOE Standard 3009 – DSA (Documented Safety Analysis)

 420.1 Nuclear Safety Policy

Safety Trained Supervisor Certification preferred. If not certified, need to have ability to become a Safety Trained Supervisor within 1 year.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

(EFNM) Exposed Field Non-Manual

Performs desk work, including writing, computer workstation processes, and telephone operation. Arranges for and/or performs presentations, oral reports, planning meetings, and other formal and informal contacts, requiring long periods of sitting. Oversees field activities through inspections, testing and equipment operations, which requires walking, standing, bending, and turning along with wearing of personal protective equipment. Occasional loading, transport, and unloading of tools and/or supplies specific to an activity.

This position is located at the Construction Site (22 miles north of Richland) and works a 4 x 10 schedule, M-Th, 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Must be authorized to work and remain in the United States without Amentum visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check which includes verification of employment and education.

Must be able to obtain a Department of Energy badge for access to the Hanford Site. (Even if teleworking, must still be able to comply with security requirements to obtain a badge.)  

Non-U.S. citizens from countries identified by the Department of Energy as posing heightened security concerns—including sensitive countries, state sponsors of terrorism, countries of risk, and other designated countries –are subject to additional security requirements.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 120 hours accrued PTO and 8 Project Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Amentum is a global company with a heritage dating back more than 100 years and delivering solutions in nuclear energy, infrastructure, operations and maintenance, and national security. Our predecessors helped build Hoover Dam, protected fighting forces in World War II, and supported the Manhattan Project. Today, our teams clean up legacy nuclear waste around the world, manage the United Kingdom’s defense portfolio, design programs and tests for Navy submarine electronic systems, and provide integrated supply chain services needed in developing countries during the pandemic.

Amentum has joined with Bechtel to create an LLC, known as the Waste Treatment Completion Company (WTCC) Join us as we make history at the Hanford Vit Plant, known as the Waste Treatment and Immobilization Plant. We are designing and building a one-of-a-kind facility that will turn radioactive and chemical waste left over from World War II and Cold War plutonium production into a form safe for disposal. Your efforts will help protect the nearby Columbia River and the communities, salmon, and wildlife along its shorelines throughout the Northwest.

Sitting at the confluence of the Columbia, Snake and Yakima rivers near two mountain ranges, our community provides access to year-round outdoor recreation, 300 days of sun a year, more than 200 wineries within a 50-mile radius, and the amenities of large cities just a three-hour drive (or short flight) to Seattle and Portland.

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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