Safety & Health /Industrial Hygiene Technical Support Manager

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting a Safety & Health /Industrial Hygiene Technical Support Manager in Paducah, KY.

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client’s success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.

Under limited supervision, performs tasks within the safety and industrial hygiene job functions as assigned by management. The specific work assignment may include duties or activities that assist and support management in one or more of the following functional areas, in addition to other duties as assigned:

• Plans, schedules and organizes the work to ensure utilization of employees and compliance with all contract requirements, quality standards and budgetary guidelines
• Ensures staffing levels of supervised personnel are maintained in a manner which allows the effective execution of the assigned scope of work at all times
• Instructs employees on the work methods and performance expectations
• Provides leadership and motivation to subordinate personnel
• Maintains close working relationship with senior management and/or operational management in ensuring Safety and Industrial Hygiene services are being properly executed and needs of the company are met
• Interfaces with groups inside and outside the organization, senior management, other locations, auditors and client representatives
• Develops or reviews/updates various plans, policies or procedures as needed
• Responsible for personnel actions and performance appraisals
• Budgetary responsibility
• Responsible for group actions, procedures, processes, storage and disposal of documents in accordance all project regulations and policies
• May provide presentations to senior management and client representatives
• Must be capable of understanding and performing Safety and Industrial Hygiene methods and processes
• Assist with preparation and maintenance of succession plans for essential Industrial Hygiene positions
• Perform duties complex in nature
• Other job related duties as assigned
• Maintains knowledge of and demonstrates ability to perform work safely in accordance with all approved safety policies, procedures and applicable regulations and performs assigned duties in a safe manner. If supervising others, has responsibility for the safety of those being supervised and ensures they comply with established safety policies and procedures and practice safe work habits
• Actively participates in Safety Work Groups
• Provides integration of Occupational Medicine into Safety and Health policies including interface between Safety Program and Medical Survelliance Program.

Requirements

• BS degree in a closely related field and 10 years of related experience and supervisory/managerial experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Typical experience ranges from 10 - 15 years.
• Radiological training and qualification will be required.
• Strong PC skills to include Microsoft software.
• Strong understanding of federal and state policies and regulations, project policies and requirements.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge and experience with Occupational Medicine/Medical Surveillance policies and implementations with a Safety Program.
• Knowledge and experience with a safety and/or medical program relating to biological hazards.
• Preferred CIH and/or CSP

Working Conditions

Work in an environmental restoration atmosphere (outdated and/or abandoned facilities). Potential exposure to equipment movement hazards, dangerous chemicals/solvents or hazardous and radioactive materials if proper safety procedures are not followed. Ability to wear respirator and other protective equipment to enter various types of potentially hazardous areas (such as but not limited to chemical, dust fumes, mists, heat stress factors, etc.). Ability to carry several instruments/equipment or tools while walking extensively. Potential prolonged walking/standing, repeated pushing/pulling. Ability to perform medium to very heavy work, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, non-repetitive, up to 50 pounds of force frequently (any exertion of force/lifting greater than 45 pounds requires usage of a two person “buddy system”), and/or more than 20 pounds of force constantly, repetitive; performing such activities as lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing, pulling, standing, walking, grasping, kneeling, stooping, reaching.

Potential for prolonged driving of or riding in a motor vehicle, machine operation, and/or working around moving equipment/machinery or motorized vehicles (such as but not limited to car, truck, golf cart, gator, heavy equipment).

Ability to work in confined areas, tanks, heat stress conditions, high noise and areas with radiation and chemical hazards.

Environmental conditions may include weather or temperature extremes, inclement weather (such as but not limited to wind, rain, excessive heat, excessive cold, snow/ice, etc.)

In some cases radiological training may be required.

May be required to operate company vehicle during the course of work.

Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.

Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled

Benefits

• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)