Nuclear Plant Instructor (Radiation Protection) - Plant Hatch
Plant Hatch has an opening for a Radiation Protection Instructor in the Maintenance and Technical Training organization. This job supports the Accredited Radiation Protection training program.
SUMMARY
The Nuclear Plant Instructor in the Maintenance and Technical Training organization prepares and presents training for Radiation Protection training program incumbents. The Nuclear Plant Instructor designs, delivers and evaluates classroom and laboratory instruction; develops training and examination materials; and maintains training records for the Radiation Protection training program. These activities are essential to maintaining INPO accreditation of the Station’s training programs.
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Developing lesson materials to be used in the training programs
- Conducting training sessions
- Determining training program effectiveness
- Maintaining plant training records
- Reviewing and maintaining training materials
- Conducting assessments, research, and evaluations
- Develop and implement the overall training plan
- Supporting the line organization during refuel outage assignments- typically one month per year
- Assisting in Corrective Action Program (CAP) activities
- Use AI to detect opportunities to improve line performance
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree (Science) preferred
- Completion of an accredited-based technical training program, or equivalent as evidenced by a certificate, diploma, transcript, apprentice program syllabus, and/or INPO accredited training program (records as available) is preferred
Background/Experience Requirements
- 5 years of Radiation Protection experience preferred
- At least 3 years power plant experience desired
- Radiation Protection Technician and/or RP Supervisor experience preferred
- Boiler Water Reactor (BWR) experience preferred (Pressurized Water (PWR), Department of Energy-Nuclear or US Navy Nuclear experience will be considered)
- Previous experience as a Radiation Protection instructor preferred
- Understanding of and experience with the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT) process, including relevant INPO ACAD requirements desired
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
- Mastery of Radiation Protection subject matter
- Competence in Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to multi-task
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Excellent organizational skills
- Detailed knowledge of Radiation Protection Processes
- Experience in the field applications of Radiation Protection fundamentals
- Ability to achieve and maintain a high level of proficiency as a certified INPO instructor
- Ability to assess relevant training needs for students in accordance with policies and standards from Southern Company, INPO, and the NRC
- Manage training curriculum using VISION program
- Design training courses and programs as necessary to meet training needs, and/or manage this activity via external provider(s)
- Cooperate with external training and accreditation bodies, agencies, and providers necessary to deliver required training to appropriate standards
- Organize training venues, logistics, transportation, and accommodations as required to achieve efficient training attendance and delivery
- Maintain all necessary lab equipment and materials
Other Requirements
The successful candidate must:
- meet background screening, NRC "Fitness for Duty" requirements and the company’s physical requirements to be respirator qualified.
- live within one hour of the SNC Emergency Operations Facility for emergency response availability.
Limited relocation assistance may be considered for this position.
Behavioral Attributes
- Ability to confidently and effectively present training to all levels of the organization
- Ability to accept and act upon feedback from stakeholders on their job performance
- Commitment to continuous improvement culture.
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: 17388
Job Category: Training
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Southern Nuclear
