Requisition Id 16792

Overview:

We are seeking a Health and Safety Professional who will develop, manage, and evaluate the implementation of Industrial Hygiene (IH) related worker safety and health (WSH) programs. This person will also provide consultation/mentoring for the purpose of improving the integration and effectiveness of the WSH Management System across the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership and program guidance for all the IH projects/programs managed.
• Develop and maintain corporate and division level health and safety procedures.
• Perform periodic surveillances and assessments to verify compliance, program implementation and effectiveness and evaluate work practices, controls, and corrective actions.
• Provide technical support to ORNL management and/or other technical staff in the application of health and safety regulatory requirements, procedures and standards.
• Provide professional health and safety support to all levels of management.
• Support health and safety assessment activities in compliance with 10 CFR 851.
• Interact closely with customers and support other team members in work planning and hazard assessment and control.
• Maintain the highest level of ethical standards in support of the Laboratory Agenda.
• Monitor and control all aspects of the projects/programs, including schedules, milestones, and costs.
• Act as lead, by obtaining resources and by participation, on lab-wide safety initiatives and programs in support of Safety and Operations Services Division (SOSD).

• 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:

• BS/BA degree in occupational safety and health, industrial hygiene, science, engineering, or relevant technical field, with a minimum of two years of health and safety experience or a MS degree with at least 1 year of health and safety experience
• Experience in field oversight/assessment of industrial hygiene performance and compliance with applicable local, state, and federal safety & health standards and regulations.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards and other applicable industrial hygiene consensus standards.
• Experience in a multi-discipline, multi-task and integrated/functional organizational environment.
• Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Work will involve various physical requirements and certain working conditions and as such a post offer, pre-hire physical will be required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CIH and/or CSP certifications
• Experience with work control processes.
• Experience working with personal computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Detailed knowledge of Integrated Safety Management and 10 CFR 851.
• Previous health and safety experience in a DOE complex.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• 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:

• Visa Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Physical Requirements: Work involves various physical requirements and working conditions. As such, a pre-hire physical will be required after offer.
• 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.

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.

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.