Canadian Nuclear Laboratories is bringing together the finest minds to form a diverse, vibrant and dynamic workforce culture energized by the innovative capacity of students, new graduates and mid-career professionals, underpinned by senior world-renowned experts. We hire numerous students from colleges and universities each semester to support our research and perform other assignments. If you are looking for interesting and challenging work this Fall, then keep reading, and if you meet the requirements of this role, apply today.
All students applying for student positions at CNL must be returning to full-time studies upon completion of their work term. Exceptions will be made for students who require a work term in order to graduate.
Department: WL Emergency Management
Number of Positions: 1
Duration: 4 months (September - December 2024)
Field of Study: Emergency Management
Year of study: Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program related to emergency management.
Location: Pinawa, MB (Whiteshell)
Under the direction of the Whiteshell (WL) Manager of Emergency Management, the Emergency Management Student is responsible for providing direct support in the implementation of the Emergency Management (EM) program at WL in accordance with CNSC and AECL standards, regulations and policies. If you are looking for to develop your knowledge of an Emergency Management role in an industrial environment this may be the job for you!
If you are interested, we invite you to submit a resume, cover letter, and copy of an up-to-date transcript by the posting close date of May 26, 2024, to ensure consideration for student employment. All students applying for student positions at CNL must be returning to full-time studies upon completion of their work term. Exceptions will be made for students who require a work term in order to graduate.
What will you be doing?
• Assisting in the development and/or review of EM program documentation, including facility emergency preparedness procedures, emergency plans, hazard and risk analysis.
• Assisting in the development, implementation and evaluation of emergency exercises.
• Creating After Action Reports and ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
• Supporting routine program functions requiring subject matter expertise associated with EM.
• Completing inspections, inventories, maintenance and testing of all components related to the EM program.
• Providing support to ensure on-site compliance against CNL EM Program requirements.
• Participating in various reviews, audits, self-assessments, and inspections.
• Supporting program training for emergency personnel.
• Interacting with regulatory agencies (CNSC, Transport Canada, etc.) as required.
• Supporting and participating in activities relating to the Whiteshell Emergency Operations Centre (EOC).
• Completing any additional duties and tasks as required by the Manager.
What we are looking for:
Someone who has the ability to:
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Work independently, collaboratively and in difficult/high pressure situations.
• Adapt to a changing environment and respond with initiative.
• Demonstrate exceptional organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and finish projects.
• Prioritize and demonstrate time management skills.
• Understand detailed information.
• Demonstrate responsibility and integrity, able to maintain confidentiality.
• Maintain successful working relationships at all levels within the organization and with external stakeholders.
Experience
• Familiar with the Microsoft Office suite of software programs.
• Experience related to emergency management or emergency response an asset.
Education
• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program related to emergency management.
• Completion of training related to Incident Command System/Incident Management System and Emergency Operations Centre an asset.
• Training or certification related to emergency management exercise design an asset.
Security clearance eligibility required: Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of three (3) years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat “Standard on Security Screening” and the “Policy on Government Security”.
Why CNL?
Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We're reinventing ourselves to be the pace setters, so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.
Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?
• Clean energy for today and tomorrow.
• Restore and protect the Environment.
• Contribute to the health of Canadians.
Location:
CNL’s Whiteshell is located in the beautiful and historic municipality of Pinawa, Manitoba, approximately one hour by vehicle from Winnipeg, MB. Pinawa is an excellent choice for people looking for peace and tranquility and those who love the outdoors.
CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion in achieving our mission.
CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities.
CNL also supports a workplace environment and a corporate culture that is built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity and Excellence which encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects inclusive of accommodations for all employees.
CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please indicate via our ATS when applying. All information received in relation to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.
CNL respectfully recognizes and acknowledges that the Whiteshell Site is located within the traditional territory of many Indigenous Nations, including those within Treaty 1, 3, and 5, and the homeland of the Red River Métis. CNL is thankful to have the opportunity to work on these traditionally and culturally significant lands and waterways.
