Facility Authority In-Training, Fuels & Materials Cells

Are you looking for a role that will challenge you and allow you to make a meaningful impact on a high-profile nuclear facility project? Can you see yourself bringing together technical expertise, project delivery, and operational readiness to help ensure the successful commissioning of the
Facility Authority (FA) In-Training role within Fuels and Materials Cells (FMC) ? If you thrive on solving complex technical problems and working collaboratively to deliver practical solutions, this may be the job for you.
What you will be doing!
Ensuring the safe, compliant operation, maintenance, and stewardship of the Fuels and Materials Cells (FMC).
Implementing and overseeing Conduct of Operations programs, safe work practices, and personnel development initiatives.
Maintaining compliance with all applicable licences, permits, regulations, and federal and provincial legislative requirements.
Acting as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities, including managing inspections, reporting requirements, and event investigations.
Leading resource planning, recruitment, authorization of Facility Managers, and implementation of training programs.
Managing financial performance, developing and delivering facility projects, and serving as or appointing Incident Authority during facility emergencies.
Other duties as assigned by your manager.
What we are looking for:
Education
Must hold a university degree in science or engineering, or equivalent combination of education, knowledge and experience. Formal education in metallurgy or knowledge of post-irradiation examination (PIE) techniques is an asset.
Experience
Must have a minimum of five years of experience in the regulation, operation, or maintenance of nuclear facilities, which includes supervisory experience.
Demonstrated experience in managing successfully completed projects.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Familiarity with construction and commissioning of projects within Class 1 nuclear facilities.
A strong grounding in the technical and regulatory dimensions of nuclear and conventional operations and program planning.
Must have good review skills for applications to work, and project planning and reporting documentation.
Demonstrated capability to work within a multi-disciplined project team.
Must have demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to delegate effectively, resolve conflicts, and negotiate constructively.
Ability to lead in a team environment, maintain a clear focus on team goals, and establish good rapport with groups and individuals of many diverse professions is required.
Strong problem-solving skills are essential.
Must demonstrate a mechanical aptitude and have a sound working knowledge of mechanical systems, process systems and basic instrumentation.
Must have a strong knowledge in the operations of a nuclear facility.
Must have a working knowledge of the hazards associated with handling radioactive materials.
Demonstrated knowledge of ALARA principles, including hazardous work assessments and radiological work planning within a nuclear operating environment.
Strong organizational, planning, and analytical skills.
Ability to perform a variety of duties, changing tasks without loss of efficiency or composure.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, to effectively communicate with facility staff, and interface with external groups, including the CNSC and customers.
Ability to function as a team leader.
High personal standards of performance and commitment to the safe operation of the facility.
Must have knowledge of basic financial/accounting practices, experience with budget preparation and business management.
Security Clearance Eligibility Required
Level 2 Secret requires a minimum of 7 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:
Working schedule: Five (5) days per week, seven and a half (7.5) hours per day for a thirty-seven and a half (37.5) hour work week.
Business travel can be required occasionally.
Why CNL?Does the idea of working with a dynamic team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a
clean and secure world
excite you? At CNL, we’re reinventing ourselves to be industry leaders— pioneering solutions to the problems that matter most .
From building the next generation of
clean nuclear and hydrogen energy technologies, to developing
targeted cancer treatments, to continuing our global leadership in
environmental remediation —we are driven by impact, innovation, and purpose.
What We Offer: A Total Rewards PackageWe believe in taking care of our people. Here’s what you can expect as part of our team:
Paid time off:
vacation, sick, personal, and floater days
Benefits effective Day One
– no waiting period
Tuition support
to help you keep learning and growing
A
defined-benefit pension
plan or a
defined-contribution pension plan, depending on your employee group, to support your long‑term financial security
Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?
Delivering
clean energy
for today and tomorrow
Restoring and protecting
the environment
Contributing to the
health of Canadians
If so, you’ll feel right at home at CNL!Location: OnsiteLocated in the heart of the
Ottawa Valley,
our Chalk River site offers a beautiful natural setting with
forests, lakes, and wildlife, right at your doorstep. Surrounded by welcoming communities such as
Deep River, Petawawa, and Pembroke, you’ll have access to unparalleled
outdoor adventures
and a fantastic
work-life balance .
Please note:
This is a
fully on-site position based at our Chalk River Laboratory in
Ontario.
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity & InclusionAt CNL, we are committed to fostering an environment that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate and welcome employees, stakeholders, and partners of all backgrounds and identities.
CNL is an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during any phase of the hiring process, please let us know via View email address on ca.hrm.tc. All requests will be handled with confidentiality.
Core Values
Respect
Teamwork
Accountability
Safety
Integrity
Excellence
CNL operates on sites located on the traditional lands, waterways and ceded and unceded territories of Indigenous peoples. CNL recognizes and affirms all First Nations, Métis communities and Inuit in this land we now know as Canada. We acknowledge, respect and seek to better understand Indigenous history, rights and title on the lands where we work and develop projects. We honour and respect the importance of the relationship between Indigenous peoples and their lands, waters and territories.
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