Underground Facility Operations Manager

Department:WO-NF UG FacOps

Location:Carlsbad, NM

Be part of the nation-s only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste.

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as theUnderground Facility Operations Managerto join our team located in Carlsbad, NM.

The successful candidate will direct and manage the activities of Underground Facility Operations and access control personnel. Manage outages and evolutions of underground utilities and systems. Oversee science and research activities by site tenants including universities and laboratories. Ensure that all appropriate policies and procedures will be met or exceeded for the protection of the health and safety of employees and the environment including the safeness of facilities and work areas, and for the quality performance of work scope. Responsible for the implementation of WIPP safety programs, policies, and procedures. Maintain training, qualification programs, and documentation to ensure that only trained and qualified personnel are assigned work tasks. Monitor and ensure compliance with the Department of Energy (DOE) Orders, the Documented Safety Analysis and its Technical Safety Requirements, the Hazardous Waste Facility Permit, Mine Safety and Health Administration standards, Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards, State of New Mexico Mining Code requirements, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

Prioritize and manage Underground Services and Underground Access and Control activities. Coordinate and communicate with Operations Management and DOE counterpart all activities associated with any experimental activities. Communicate management policies and information to Underground Services personnel. Evaluate employee-s technical and professional performance against established standards. Support Operations manager by attending meetings and serving on committees as directed. Responsible to achieve the desired level of quality, and to review, evaluate, and improve work processes as defined by the Quality Assurance Program.

Exempt Grade Level(s) (33-34)

Minimum Requirements:These requirements must be met to be considered for this posting. Uploaded resumes and applications are the means of determination.**

• Bachelor-s degree with two (2) years of professional experience, or

• Associate's degree with six (6) years of professional experience, or

• High School Diploma or Equivalency with ten (10) years of professional experience is required.

• Two (2) years of nuclear experience is required.

Must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

Higher education attainment than listed acceptable per internal level identifiers of accompanying years of experience.

Preferred Requirements:

• Previous facility operations and underground mine experience is preferred.

• Preference given to candidates with previous supervisory experience.

• Prior WIPP experience is preferred.

What we offer:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance:

• Coverage on date of hire

• Surgical concierge service

• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more

• Modern work arrangements to include 4-day workweeks (four 10-hour days)*

• Relocation assistance*

• Shuttle commuter service from the local areas

• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays

• Tuition reimbursement program

• On-site fitness center and other wellness support including some public gym membership reductions

• Company paid short term disability

• Company paid life insurance (1 x annual salary)

• Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirementand401(k) with .50 matching up to 6%

• Voluntary benefits of:

• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity

• Long-term disability program

• Health and Flexible savings accounts

• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance

*These benefits vary by position.

Minimum salary $100,630 per year of a larger salary range --the specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, particularly the candidate-s relevant experience and education.

EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

If you are an applicant with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability-or unable to use-the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact (575) 234-8405 or email wipprecruiting@wipp.ws for assistance. Upon receipt of this information, we will respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request.

Reviews, and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by SIMCO and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment, and subsequent reinvestigations may be required.

Posting Duration: This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the posting date. SIMCO reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.

EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.