Industrial Hygiene Technologist

Job title:

Industrial Hygiene Technologist

Company

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories

Job description

Are you looking for a role that will challenge you? Can you see yourself leading the daily operation of the Industrial Hygiene (IH) analytical facility, including completing analytical laboratory testing, maintaining analytical and field instrumentation, and providing support for developing and maintaining the IH Laboratory Quality Program? Does the idea of mentoring and training junior technical staff get you excited? If you answered yes, you’re in luck! Our Chalk River location is looking for an Industrial Hygiene Technologist to join the team. Apply today!What will you be doing!

• Performing work activities in the Industrial Hygiene analytical laboratory.
• Ensuring proper sample receipt and processing.
• Maintaining field equipment list by managing calibration schedule and records.
• Assisting in the development of new analytical procedures.
• Participating in inspections, audits and program reviews.
• Conducting research as assigned.
• Participating in IH program implementation by assisting in creating and developing new programs.
• Providing on-the-job training to junior IH techs in IH field tasks.
• Performing physical, biological and chemical hazard assessments to support HSSE operations and ensure compliance with relevant procedures, programs, standards and/or regulations.
• Performing complex IH related field sampling and testing of physical, biological and chemical stressors including but not limited to: asbestos, silica, lead, mercury, mould, noise, non-ionizing radiation, and extreme temperature.
• Arranging and/or performing compressor and breathing air quality surveys (direct reading instruments and analytical techniques), and ventilation surveys including fume hood testing.
• Performing work activities in the Industrial Hygiene analytical laboratory.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What we are looking for:

• Education

• Graduation from a recognized institute of advanced technology, or equivalent formal education, in a field relevant to the position and normally has twelve (12) years of pertinent technological experience.
• Secondary School Graduation Diploma and more than fifteen (15) years of pertinent and progressive experience or equivalent experience, additional education and/or training.
• Experience

• Preferred to have at least 5 years of work experience in an analytical laboratory.
• Preferable to have at least 10-12 years of work experience in industrial hygiene field operations or a combination of experiences and IH-related training/education.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to function in an integrated work control team environment.
• Ability to prioritize work assignments.
• Demonstrated interpersonal, communication (active listening, oral expression/comprehension) and training/presentation skills.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of customer service.
• Familiarity with office procedures, methods, and equipment, including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Knowledge of good laboratory work practices when working in the analytical laboratory.
• Familiarity with analytical instrumentation and applicable instrument software, including a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Able to work independently and as part of a team to complete assigned work
• Ability to manage duties through efficient planning, time management, detail orientation and prioritization.
• Ability to guide and mentor junior IH technical staff in field and laboratory analyses.
• Must be able to complete CNL’s IH Tech Training Plan successfully.
• Security Clearance Eligibility Required

• Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3-5 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat’s “Standard on Security Screening” and the “Policy on Government Security.”

Working Conditions:

• Physically able to stand and walk for up to 7.5 hrs a day.
• Ability to manage stairs, ladders and other egress equipment to enter all site and building areas, including confined spaces.
• Ability to use personal protective equipment, including a respirator.

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 pacesetters 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.We offer a complete total rewards package :

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal);
• Benefits effective day one, that’s right, no waiting period;
• Tuition support
• and a pension!

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

• Clean energy for today and tomorrow.
• Restore and protect the Environment.
• Contribute to the health of Canadians.

Location:CNL’s Chalk River laboratory is nestled in the Ottawa Valley and affords our employees an environmentally pristine area with extensive forests, hills, and numerous small lakes. These support a variety of wildlife typical to the southern edge of the Canadian Shield. Many surrounding towns, such as Pembroke, Petawawa, and Deep River, provide unparalleled outdoor adventures at your doorstep!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. Please read for more on our DE&I Commitment.CNL also supports a workplace environment and corporate culture built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity, and Excellence. These values encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects, including 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 regarding accommodation requests will be kept confidential.The Chalk River Laboratories site is located on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people. As an organization, CNL recognizes and appreciates their historic connection to this place. CNL also recognizes the contributions that First Nations, Métis, Inuit and other Indigenous Peoples have made, both in shaping and strengthening this community in particular, and this province and country as a whole.

Expected salary

Location

Chalk River, ON

Job date

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 04:21:57 GMT

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