Description

TerraPower is a nuclear technology company based in Bellevue, Washington. At its core, the company is working to raise living standards globally through a more affordable, secure and environmentally friendly form of nuclear energy along with innovations in medical isotopes to improve human health. In 2006, TerraPower originated with Bill Gates and a group of like-minded visionaries who evaluated the fundamental challenges to raising living standards around the world. They recognized energy access was crucial to the health and economic well-being of communities and decided that the private sector needed to take action and create energy sources that would advance global energy deployment. TerraPower's mission is to be a world leader in new nuclear technologies, while developing innovators and future leaders in the nuclear field. As a result, the company's activities in the fields of nuclear energy and related sciences are yielding significant innovations in the safety and economics of nuclear power, hybrid energy and medical applications all for significant human health benefits.

TerraPower is seeking to hire highly motivated and forward-thinking professionals who are interested in focusing on advanced nuclear reactor research and development and influencing change within the nuclear power landscape and bringing forward the critical production of medical isotopes. TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, as a federal contractor, TerraPower has instituted an Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) in an effort to proactively recruit, hire, and promote women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.

TerraPower, LLC. is seeking a safety professional to provide the following services: The EHS Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and managing environmental, health, and safety program. The candidate is responsible for providing leadership and guidance to ensure location compliance with regulations, promoting a safe work environment, and driving continuous improvement. This position will support the safeguarding of worker health and safety in the workplace by anticipating, recognizing, evaluating, and controlling environmental and physical hazards that can cause injury or illness.

• EHS Program Implementation and Management:

o Ensure site specific EHS programs, policies, and procedures aligned with company goals and objectives.

o Serve as the primary contact for implementing EHS programs in the region's facilities or sites.

• Regulatory Compliance:

o Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local EHS regulations (e.g., NRC, OSHA, EPA, etc.).

o Conduct inspections and audits to assess compliance with regulations and company policies.

o Serve as the main point of contact for EHS regulatory agencies and external EHS audits.

• Risk Assessment and Incident Prevention:

o Ensure risks, unsafe practices and implement controls to mitigate those risks are identified an implemented.

o Review workplace risk/exposure assessments.

o Lead incident investigations to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.

• Training and Education:

o Ensure EHS training programs for employees at all levels have been adopted.

o Ensure employees and managers are trained and knowledgeable of their EHS responsibilities.

• Performance Tracking and Improvement:

o Track and analyze EHS performance metrics.

o Develop and implement annual improvement plans based on performance data.

o Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety performance.

• Leadership and Support:

o Provide EHS leadership and guidance to site employees and management.

o Support and mentor field service employees and local leadership teams.

o Collaborate with various teams (e.g., operations, training, etc.) to drive program success.

• Hazard Identification and Evaluation: Identifying and analyzing potential workplace hazards such as chemical, physical, ergonomic, and biological exposures, and conducting worksite analyses to pinpoint problem areas.

o Exposure Assessment: Measuring the level of worker exposure to identified hazards through environmental monitoring.

• Hazard Control and Mitigation: Developing and recommending controls to minimize hazards, including engineering controls (e.g., ventilation systems, isolating the hazard), work practice changes, administrative controls (e.g., scheduling changes), and recommending personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Education: A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a related scientific or engineering discipline

• Experience: 7-10 years of experience in EHS or environmental programs, often in a manufacturing, production, laboratory or service operations setting. Experience in a large, complex environment may be desired.

• Proven leadership or management experience.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

• Technical expertise in specific areas such as electrical safety or hazardous materials may also be necessary depending on the industry.

• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) designation from the Board for Global EHS Credentialing is highly recommended and can enhance career prospects.

• Strong communication skills are desired.

• The service provider will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect, and a desire to foster teamwork.

Job Functions are physical actions and/or working conditions associated with the position. These functions may also constitute essential functions for the job which the contractor must be able to fulfill, with or without accommodation. Information provided below is to help describe the job so that the contractor has a reasonable understanding of the job duties/expectations. An applicant's ability to perform and/or tolerate these actions and conditions will be discussed and workplace accommodation may be made on a case-by-case basis following an individualized assessment of the applicant and other considerations, including but not limited to any governing safety standards.

• Motor Abilities: Sitting and/or standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)

• Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds

• Repetitive work: Prolonged

• Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work

• Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./day

• Travel required: 0-25%

TerraPower's technology is controlled for export by various agencies of the U.S. Government. TerraPower must evaluate applicants who are foreign nationals (other than asylees, refugees, or lawful permanent residents) in accordance with U.S. Government export control requirements. To facilitate TerraPower's export control reviews, you will be asked as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or national, asylee, refugee, or lawful permanent resident of the United States.

Salary Range 9: $102,804 - $154,206

Salary Range 10: $117,922 - $176,833

* We typically place offers in the lower to middle portion of the range to maintain internal equity and allow room for growth. Any salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and commensurate with the selected individual's qualifications experience. This range is specific to Washington State.

• Competitive Compensation

• Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments

• Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits for family or individual

• Vision

• Dental

• Life

• Life and Disability

• Gender Affirmation Benefits

• Parental Leave

• 401k Plan

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

• 21 days of annually accrued PTO

• Generous Holiday Schedule

• 10 paid holidays

• Relocation Assistance

• Professional and Educational Support Opportunities

• Flexible Work Schedule

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