Job Description

Are you looking for a role that will challenge you?

Would you like to make a difference in the Environment?

If you answered yes, our Whiteshell Laboratories (WL) site located near Pinawa, Manitoba is looking for a Manager, Environmental Management and Project Oversight. The Manager, Environmental Management (EM) is accountable to the Director, Corporate Environmental Protection for the effective implementation of Environmental Protection at the WL site. The EM Manager is responsible for the day-to-day and long-term operations of the Environmental Management Branch, which includes Environmental Protection (EnvP), the Sample Management Office (SMO) and conducting/managing on-site and off- site analytical services in support of decommissioning the WL Site. The Manager is responsible for the efficient operation of the Environmental portion of both Compliance and Project work at the WL Site. The Manager, Environmental Management is also responsible, as part of the WL Management Team, for successful implementation of project activities specifically as they relate to environmental mitigations and monitoring. Does this pique your interest? If you answered yes, then this may be the job for you!

What will you be doing?

\xc2\xb7 Ensuring that the management system is effective and implemented at the site, and as a manager, committed to and meets responsibility for reviewing and ensuring the success of the management system and safety management, including the ongoing proactive oversight and surveillance of nuclear safety activities and compliance with regulatory requirements.

\xc2\xb7 Rolling out and periodically reviewing roles and responsibilities and accountability and authority (R2A2) matrices with staff members and directly mentor new hires on awareness and understanding of the CNL Management System.

\xc2\xb7 Promoting safe practices, good housekeeping and a culture which minimizes and/or eliminates safety incidents.

\xc2\xb7 Leading staff professionals and supervising field exploration, sampling, inspection, analysis, and technical support.

\xc2\xb7 Developing strategic plans in collaboration with the customer base, to ensure improved efficiency and dependability of services provided by the EM Branch.

\xc2\xb7 Maintaining a skilled, effective, and motivated workforce through recruiting, training, and supervision of professional, technical and contract staff that meets and anticipates customer requirements.

\xc2\xb7 Generating job position descriptions, training plans, and administering performance assessments.

\xc2\xb7 Managing the EM budget, ensuring adherence to project budgets, schedules, and QA requirements.

\xc2\xb7 Evaluating, recommending, and justifying non-routine expenditures and resource adjustments as required.

\xc2\xb7 Preparing regular progress reports on activities and operations, and providing updates to the Director, Corporate Environmental Protection for business plans.

\xc2\xb7 Preparing (or reviewing) and approval of technical reports, and other documentation, issued to both internal and external customers and/or regulators.

\xc2\xb7 Ensuring that field and lab activities within the scope of the branch are conducted in accordance with the Quality Assurance plan.

\xc2\xb7 Ensuring that the Branch can advise and provide workable solutions to environmental related issues that may arise on-site.

\xc2\xb7 Utilizing third party contract resources to augment branch resources as appropriate.

\xc2\xb7 Acting as designate for the Director, Corporate Environmental Protection.

\xc2\xb7 Overseeing Sample Management activities at WL.

\xc2\xb7 Employing Environmental expertise at Chalk River Laboratories when required.

\xc2\xb7 Participating and maintaining up to date, all safety and operational training offered through the company.

\xc2\xb7 Assuming personal responsibility and is accountable for maintaining current skills by attending all training required by the site, viewing assigned videos, reading articles and participating in seminars as required.

\xc2\xb7 Sharing learned knowledge and skills with peers.

\xc2\xb7 Identifying and reporting any real or potential safety hazards; wearing all safety equipment related to your position as well as participating in all safety-training offered.

\xc2\xb7 Adhering to Workplace Safety and health procedures, WHIMIS program; keeping current with practices; working in a prudent and safe manner and informing other employees if they are using unsafe work practices or equipment.

\xc2\xb7 Maintaining confidentiality in all matters.

\xc2\xb7 Performing other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for:

Someone who has the ability to:

\xc2\xb7 Must be versed in applicable federal, provincial, and municipal regulations, and help maintain continuous compliance with all WL Site Programs.

\xc2\xb7 Skills required include, but are not limited to: fair treatment, planning, coaching, mentoring, training, performance assessment and conflict resolution.

\xc2\xb7 Knowledge of CNL\xe2\x80\x99s management, human resources, and financial systems.

\xc2\xb7 Strong planning, technical and administration skills to support day-to-day operations and regulatory reporting.

\xc2\xb7 Good computer skills with a proficiency with MS Office software tools, particularly Word and Excel.

\xc2\xb7 Familiar with the requirements of an Environmental Management System (e.g. ISO 14001) and ability to become familiar with CNL\xe2\x80\x99s Radiation Protection Program as it relates to environmental management.

\xc2\xb7 Experience in change management to effectively support the drive/improvement of Environmental related processes and procedures.

\xc2\xb7 Punctual, dependable and safety minded.

\xc2\xb7 Detail oriented with the ability to meet deadlines.

\xc2\xb7 Exceptional organizational skills, able to prioritize and time management is required.

\xc2\xb7 Demonstrates responsibility and is accountable for accurately handling the details associated with one\xe2\x80\x99s work.

\xc2\xb7 Conscientious about accuracy.

\xc2\xb7 Ability to adapt to a changing environment and response with initiative.

\xc2\xb7 Excellent interpersonal communication skills and proven ability to maintain successful working relations at all levels within the organization and with external stakeholders; and

\xc2\xb7 Highly motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.

\xc2\xb7 Able to work extended hours and off normal work shifts to support project needs.

\xc2\xb7 Able to interface between Compliance work and Project work to keep both disciplines moving forward.

\xc2\xb7 Able to oversee an Analytical/Environmental laboratory environment.

\xc2\xb7 Able to interface with Environmental personnel at other CNL sites.

Experience

\xc2\xb7 Minimum of seven (7) years\xe2\x80\x99 professional practical experience delivering environmental services and an additional three (3) years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in a leadership role of an Environmental Project or Program. Site closure experience is an asset.

\xc2\xb7 Experience working with, and coordinating project efforts, with multi-faceted teams on site-based projects.

\xc2\xb7 Experience includes coordinating and executing field assessment for remediation and reclamation projects.

\xc2\xb7 Experience includes developing and implementing work plans and soil sampling programs.

\xc2\xb7 Experience in change management to effectively support the drive/improvement of environmental related processes and procedures.

\xc2\xb7 Experience leading environmental assessments and/or environmental assessment corrective actions is an asset.

\xc2\xb7 Experience in both Compliance and Project related work and interfacing between the two.

\xc2\xb7 Experience in overseeing a sample management group.

\xc2\xb7 Experience in overseeing an Analytical/Environmental laboratory environment and field crew.

Education

\xc2\xb7 University degree in Environmental Studies or related scientific disciplines (including Physics and Chemistry) is required, in order to understand, interpret and convey the causes and environmental consequences of human activities.

Security Eligibility Requirement

\xc2\xb7 Level 2 Secret Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of seven (7) years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat\'s \xe2\x80\x9cStandard on Security Screening\xe2\x80\x9d and the \xe2\x80\x9cPolicy on Government Security.\xe2\x80\x9d

Working Conditions:

\xc2\xb7 The Manager, EM must be dedicated to maintaining CNL\xe2\x80\x99s regulatory compliance and good corporate image. A cooperative attitude is very helpful. The Manager must feel comfortable dealing with regulators, as well as all levels and disciplines in the Company. Extent of duties may require extra hours and some travel. Frequently called on to provide information, make presentations on short notice, both to internal and external groups.

\xc2\xb7 Primarily in an office environment with frequent field visits to observe / participate in activities. Field activities could include: trips to remote sampling sites, decommissioning field activities, laboratories, etc.

\xc2\xb7 May be required to perform overtime.

Why CNL?

Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We\'re reinventing ourselves to be the pace setters, so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.

\xc2\xb7 Compressed work week! You get to work hard and enjoy more time with your family and friends. Work-life balance is an integral part of our overall health and well-being; at CNL, we value this.

\xc2\xb7 We offer a complete total rewards package:

o paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal days);

o benefits effective day one, that\xe2\x80\x99s right no waiting period;

o tuition support;

o and a pension!

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

\xc2\xb7 Clean energy for today and tomorrow.

\xc2\xb7 Restore and protect the Environment.

\xc2\xb7 Contribute to the health of Canadians.

CNL\xe2\x80\x99s Whiteshell is located in the beautiful and historic municipality of Pinawa, Manitoba, approximately one hour by vehicle from Winnipeg, MB. Pinawa is an excellent choice for people looking for peace and tranquility and those who love the outdoors.

CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion in achieving our mission.

CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities.

CNL also supports a workplace environment and a corporate culture that is built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity and Excellence which encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects inclusive of accommodations for all employees.

CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please indicate via our ATS when applying. All information received in relation to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.

CNL respectfully recognizes and acknowledges that the Whiteshell Site is located within the traditional territory of many Indigenous Nations, including those within Treaty 1, 3, and 5, and the homeland of the Red River M\xc3\xa9tis. CNL is thankful to have the opportunity to work on these traditionally and culturally significant lands and waterways.

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