Superintendent, Chemistry Shift Ops

CHEMISTRY SUPERINTENDENT - Plant Hatch

Reporting to the Site Chemistry Manager (SFAM), the Chemistry Superintendent is responsible for implementing the SNC Fleet Chemistry program at the designated site. The SFAM receives governance the Corporate Functional Area Manager (CFAM) who is responsible for providing governance and oversight for the fleet and direction to the corporate staff, Site Functional Area Managers (SFAMs) and their staff at each site. The Chemistry Superintendent is responsible for providing direct oversight of the Chemistry Supervisors who supervise the Chemistry Technicians. The Chemistry Superintendent is responsible for aligning the Chemistry organization vertically through the SFAM and CFAM and horizontally (cross-functionally) between departments. The Chemistry Superintendent ensures that instructions provided from daily meetings is integrated into the Chemistry schedule and that equipment problems are identified and addressed appropriately. The Chemistry Superintendent ensures data is trended, and significant trends are immediately identified and disclosed to the SFAM, CFAM, and site management. The Chemistry Superintendent also works cross-functionally with other CFAMs and SFAMs to address cross-cutting issues involving multiple departments.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

The Chemistry Superintendent position requires extensive experience in nuclear plant chemistry, plant systems, and data management. The Chemistry Superintendent must have strong supervisory skills, supervisory experience, and must demonstrate a clear understanding of and the ability to apply skills in each of the above areas, and more importantly to directly supervise individuals performing these tasks. The Chemistry Superintendent must have general knowledge of the governance and oversight mechanisms required to successfully operate Chemistry programs at nuclear power plants. Hands-on experience at an operating nuclear plant or plant under construction managing a Chemistry program is very important and outstanding oral and written communication skills are required. The Chemistry Superintendent must be able to interact at all levels of the organization, including strong working knowledge of covered position requirements and management of shift work.

Specifically, the Chemistry Superintendent must have a minimum of:

•Five (5) years’ experience with Chemistry programs at a nuclear power plant

•Supervisory experience with demonstrated proficiency in Chemistry and experience in management or supervision of ANSI qualified technicians

•Demonstrated working level knowledge of Chemistry programs

•Demonstrated knowledge of CEI, Action Levels and application of the EPRI Guideline documents.

•Demonstrate a strong commitment to ALARA

•Clear understanding of INPO principles and the ability to apply these principles

•Strong financial skills and the ability to manage complex, multi-site budgets

•Outstanding oral and written communication skills and the ability to make presentations to all levels of the organization

•Strong work ethic and the desire to lead by example

•Strong understanding and ability to use computer applications NuclearIQ, CDAS, LabStats, Maximo, and Primavera for fleet applications

•Ability to interact effectively with external groups including regulators, industry groups and peers

•Commitment to Target Zero and workplace safety

This position will be assigned to a position within the Emergency Response Organization (ERO). Selected candidate must live within one hour of the SNC Emergency Operations Facility for emergency

response availability

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

In addition to the above, the Chemistry Superintendent must provide direction to Chemistry Supervisors to ensure effective implementation of governance and oversight to ensure world class performance of day-to-day activities, drive standardization, and ensure program excellence for the SNC Fleet.

The Chemistry Superintendent is responsible for:

•The GOSP Perform function utilizing the Playbook and Performance Improvement Integrated Matrix that defines the program and focuses on gaps to program excellence

•Developing and implementing metrics to measure program success

•Participating the Peer Team and ensuring that Peer Team results are communicated to the shift

•Developing plans with contractors for support of outage related activities

•Developing budgets each year and ensuring budget commitments are met

•Developing Succession Plans for leadership positions in the organization

•Other duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

• B.S. in Chemistry or a degree in one of the following: Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Health Physics, Biology, or Environmental Health Science is required.

• Advanced degree desired.

Background/Experience

• Five (5) years experience in nuclear power plant chemistry is required

• Experience with plant equipment and cooling water systems is highly desired.

• Management/supervisory experience is required and experience supervising covered employees is valuable.

Leadership Requirements

The Chemistry Superintendent develops strategy that conveys a clear vision of the future, makes principle-centered practical decisions with consideration of all factors, develops employees to their full potential, and manages business and financial performance in accordance with the Business Plan to contain costs and grow revenue for the long-term success of the company. The Chemistry Superintendent understands the SNC strategic goals and objectives, the GOSP Model and his or her role as a leader. The Chemistry Superintendent works to ensure departmental goals directly support this. The Chemistry Superintendent must embrace Our Values and live the aspects of Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance, and Total Commitment every day. The incumbent holds self and others accountable for superior results and for living Our Values to build a strong team that achieves success through leveraging diversity.

Technical Requirements

•Strong knowledge of chemistry, chemistry control of various systems, drinking water treatment, and wastewater treatment

•Functional knowledge of plant operations related to plant chemistry, radiological and environmental protection

•Strong working knowledge of radwaste management, shipping and disposal practices

•Functional knowledge of INPO support and evaluation processes

•Functional knowledge of the Federal and State legislative process as it relates to development of environmental and radiological protection laws

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

•Strong analytical and technical skills

•Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain professional relationships throughout Southern Company and the industry

•Strong communication skills – written, oral, listening and presentation skills are required

•Ability to work effectively with others in fast-paced deadline-oriented team and ability to provide work direction and associated follow-up to team members

•Must be able to balance multiple demands and set appropriate priorities

Behavioral Attributes

•Demonstrate Our Values

•Creates and supports an effective nuclear safety culture, committed to the Principles of Nuclear Operations and maintains a safety focus and strong personal safety behaviors

•Behaves ethically, is widely trusted, presents facts in a honest and direct manner.

•Dedicated to meeting or exceeding expectations and requirements

Southern Nuclear , a subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), is a leader among the nation’s nuclear energy facility operators and an innovator in advanced nuclear technologies. Southern Nuclear is an essential part of Southern Company’s energy portfolio, operating over 8,200 MW across eight nuclear energy units in Alabama and Georgia at the Joseph M. Farley Nuclear Plant near Dothan, Ala., the Edwin I. Hatch Nuclear Plant near Baxley, Ga., and the Alvin W. Vogtle Electric Generating Plant near Waynesboro, Ga.

The company recently achieved commercial operation on Vogtle Units 3&4, representing an historic achievement for the nuclear industry and the country. Vogtle Units 3&4 are the first new nuclear units to reach commercial operation and be built in the United States in the last three decades. Southern Nuclear is a recognized leader in the industry in nuclear and fuel innovation, having been the first to deploy Accident Tolerant Fuels and winning over 10 consecutive Top Innovative Practice (TIP) Awards and eight EPRI awards.

For more than 40 years, Southern Nuclear has operated nuclear energy facilities at the highest levels of safety and reliability, generating carbon-free electricity for millions of homes and businesses. The company’s headquarters is in Birmingham, Ala.

Twitter: @SouthernNuclear; Facebook: facebook.com/southernnuclear; www.southernnuclear.com

Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 17278

Job Category: Power Plant Operations & Maintenance

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Nuclear

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