Job Description
Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is seeking to hire a Group Manager for the SRNL Packaging and Transportation Services (P&TS) organization. The selected candidate will be responsible for overseeing every aspect of packaging and transportation including— implementing packaging and transportations programs and initiatives, scheduling and coordinating material shipments, and applying auditing techniques and processes. This role involves ensuring compliance with all relevant Federal regulations, including Department of Transportation (DOT) and Department of Energy (DOE) requirements , fostering a culture of safety and environmental stewardship, and leading a team of Hazardous Materials Transportation Representatives (HMTRs).
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive Packaging and Transportation (P&T) programs, policies, and procedures to comply with regulatory requirements and company standards.
- Oversee and manage Packaging and Transportation audits, inspections, and assessments to identify potential risks and ensure adherence to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, DOE requirements, and best practices.
- Lead and mentor a team of HMTR professionals, providing direction, support, and performance feedback.
- Collaborate with various departments to integrate packaging and transportation considerations into business operations and decision-making processes.
- Monitor and analyze packaging and transportation performance metrics and trends and develop strategies for continuous improvement.
- Ensure timely reporting and communication of packaging and transportation incidents, near-misses, and corrective actions to relevant stakeholders.
- Stay current with federal, state, and local DOT regulations and industry standards, and communicate changes to the organization.
- Coordinate and deliver packaging and transportation training programs to employees at all levels, ensuring awareness and understanding of P&T policies and procedures.
- Manage specialized programs for classified and nuclear materials and ensure ALARA principles guide radioactive transport to ensure compliance with DOE, DOT, NRC, and international shipping standards.
- Promote a culture of safety, sustainability, and health through proactive engagement and education initiatives.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for external regulatory agencies, contractors, and other stakeholders regarding environmental matters.
- Familiarity with import/export requirements for nuclear, sensitive, and non-nuclear materials
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, physical sciences, or equivalent technical experience and 5 years of nuclear industry experience
- Associate’s degree in business, applied science, or technical experience in a related field and 8+ years of nuclear industry experience
- In-depth knowledge of environmental regulations, standards, and best practices.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to develop and implement strategic plans for environmental programs.
- For ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, US Citizenship is Legally Required
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in environmental management or serving in a lead role preferred.
- Experience working in a National Laboratory
- Active DOE Clearance
About Us
"We put science to work!"
Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a multi-program laboratory applying state of the art science and practical, high-value, cost-effective solutions to complex technical problems to protect the nation. Located at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Savannah River Site (SRS) in Aiken SC, the laboratory develops and deploys innovative technologies to address some of the nation’s environmental, energy, and national security challenges.
Battelle Savannah River Alliance (BSRA) is constantly assessing trends to provide the best possible benefits to our workforce. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce.
Some of the *Benefits offered to employees include:
- Benefits vary based upon employment status
- Highly competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision options including HSA options with company provided seed
- Short- & Long-Term Disability (company paid)
- Life Insurance Non-Contributary 1X salary (company paid)
- AD&D Non-contributary 1x salary (company paid)
- Savings & Investment plan:
- Qualified Non-Elective Company Contribution of 5% each pay period with immediate vesting
- Company match 50 cents/dollar up to 8% (3 yrs. vesting in company match)
- Contributory Life Insurance up to 5x Salary with $1M Cap
- Contributory AD&D (employee, spouse and children)
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Plan
- SRNL offers a competitive relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions.
For more information about our benefits, working here, and living here, visit the
“About” tab at www.srnl.doe.gov .
BSRA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. BSRA is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. Please email us at SRNLRecruiting@srnl.doe.gov with any questions regarding the hiring process or to request an accommodation.
