Job Description

NUCLEAR SECURITY OFFICER - The Nuclear Security Officer will perform work normally associated with the physical protection of personnel, property and strategic nuclear materials at Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) in Chalk River, ON. As a Nuclear Security Officer (NSO) you will provide security response capabilities to breaches of security, emergencies and/or contingency operations, on or in relation to CNL properties.

THE COMPANY
As an enabler of business innovation and technology transfer, CNL is committed to a clean and prosperous Canada. CNL supports Canada's interests in ensuring the physical protection of assets, safeguarding of the public and personnel, and resumption of business. For over 10 years now, as directed by the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC), CNL has maintained a dedicated Nuclear Response Force. In order to maintain a reliable and robust reaction force for the defense of Chalk River Laboratories (CRL), it is necessary for Security to conduct realistic training, ensuring the protection of CNL employees, facilities and nuclear materials.

THE POSITION
We are looking for several Nuclear Security Officer Trainees. Our Nuclear Security Officer Trainees (NSOT) are accountable for performing various security activities on various rotating shift assignments, in accordance with oral and written instructions, company and site-specific policies and procedures and applicable legislation.

Security -> Provide conventional security response capabilities to breaches of security, emergencies and /or contingency operations, on or in relation to CNL properties;

Contain, apprehend, arrest, search and /or neutralize intruders pending the arrival of the local/Provincial Police force, utilizing the correct application of the "Use of Force Continuum" in accordance with approved rules of engagement

Prepare and maintain records of security activities performed as per procedures.

Carry out normal and miscellaneous security investigations involving property, personnel, criminal or quasi criminal acts, damage claims.

Perform regular security activities such as motor vehicle and foot patrols, gate duty, personnel and vehicle searches, etc. wearing ballistic vests, equipment belts, and portable radios to enforce trespassing and regulations, and to check on security facility housekeeping, anti-intrusion and other property protection equipment conditions.

May be required to operate and monitor closed circuit television units and intrusion equipment.

Respond to alarms on-site and at remote locations.

Responsibility and Leadership -> Capability of working independently in an environment of stressful situations and ability to meet requirements to ensure an appropriate "Fit for Duty" status;

May be required to carry and effectively employ a variety of non-lethal and lethal weapon systems, day and night surveillance systems, as well as standard and tactical communications systems.

Operate, as required, a motor vehicle equipped with appropriate firearms and communication equipment.

Participate in regular physical fitness training and exercises, drills and testing under the guidance of designated personnel or on their own to maintain minimum acceptable standards.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience

Secondary school graduation or equivalent.

Previous law enforcement, police, military or security environment experience would be considered an asset.

Meet minimum standard for Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) certificate based on the Sigma Survey for Police Officers (SSPO) examination is preferred (copy of test results to be sent to CNL). To be successful, candidates must be within the average scoring scaled for the testing to be accepted as required by CNSC.

Preferred experience in the security or equivalent function to be familiar with the routines and various governing policies, procedures, and regulations, surveillance and detection equipment.

Requires experience to be familiar with the applicable computerized information systems for the production of security reports.

Abilities and Skills

Must be observant, have a good memory, willing to undertake training, be able to work independently without direct supervision and in a team environment.

Applicants must successfully go thorough medical and psychological examination.

Required to have a restricted and non-restricted Possession and Acquisition Licence (PAL).

Must be able to obtain / maintain Government of Canada Level 3 - Top Security Clearance and Canadian Nuclear safety Commission (CNSC) Inner Area Clearance.

Requires a knowledge interpersonal and group dynamics, and excellent communication skills.

Must be able to work outdoors for extended periods of time in adverse weather conditions.

Must be willing/able to work a continuous rotating shift schedule that involves working nights, weekends, holidays, and shifts up to twelve (12) hours in duration.

Must possess/retain a valid "G" Province of Ontario Driver's License.

Requires knowledge of security techniques, procedures and standards and related statutes and acts.

Job/Industry Specific Knowledge

Must be proficient in the use of firearms and have knowledge/adherence to all applicable permit conditions, policies, procedures, and statutes that apply to them

THE LOCATION
CNL Chalk River, is located in the beautiful and historic municipality of Laurentian Hills that surround Deep River and Chalk River, Ontario. Roughly 180kms from Ottawa, Chalk River and the Renfrew County area is a great choice for people looking for peace and tranquility, and for those who love the outdoors.

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY

Excellent growth and development opportunities

Challenging and interesting work

Opportunity to be a part of Canadian history

CNL has an Employment Equity Program and encourages applications from women, Aboriginal Peoples, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

If you meet the requirements as outlined above, please take a few moments to express your interest by submitting your application. CNL would like to thank all those candidates who have taken the time to apply, however, only those identified for an interview will be contacted.

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