Good fit if
- You have 5+ years of experience.
- You can travel 10% of the time.
Credentials that matter
Skills and tools
- NRC Regulations
- Radiological Safety
- ALARA
Required qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Health and Safety, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in safety management, regulatory compliance and program development
- Strong knowledge of EHS regulatory requirements including occupational safety, environmental compliance, hazardous materials, emergency preparedness and recordkeeping
- Excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools
- Ability to work with and lead cross-functional teams
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Proven track record of developing safety culture and reducing recordable incident rates
About this role
Environmental Health & Safety Specialist at Kairos Power, a advanced nuclear reactor developer. You will develop and implement comprehensive EHS programs for a growing nuclear facility across R&D, construction, and operations phases. This role manages regulatory compliance, conducts safety audits, oversees hazardous materials handling, and fosters a safety-first culture across employees, contractors, and vendors in a nuclear development and operational environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement and maintain environmental, health and safety (EHS) programs compliant with nuclear regulatory requirements (NRC, DOE, OSHA)
- Oversee safety compliance for internal employees, contractors and vendors on-site, including Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) processes
- Manage and conduct inspections and audits regularly to verify compliance and identify improvement opportunities
- Develop and manage waste processes including disposal, recycling and hazardous materials handling (radiological and conventional)
- Lead safety committee meetings, toolbox talks, lunch and learns, and safety moments to foster direct communication
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, management and external agencies to assess and mitigate safety risks
- Partner with Learning and Development to design and update EHS training and emergency response plans
- Investigate incidents and accidents, perform root cause analyses and implement preventive measures with thorough record-keeping
- Collect, analyze and report industrial hygiene data to maintain low recordable incident rates
- Work with HR to manage workers' compensation claims and ensure proper return-to-work processes
- Drive outcomes through OKR process with key stakeholder partnerships
Preferred qualifications
- Environmental or Industrial Hygiene focus
- Understanding of diverse requirements in manufacturing, R&D, and nuclear facility environments
- Familiarity with nuclear regulatory framework (NRC regulations, radiological safety protocols)
Location, schedule, and travel
On-site at growing nuclear facility with exposure to varied environmental conditions including outdoor elements, elevated heights, confined spaces, low/high temperatures, noise, and chemical odors. Regular movement between work areas; ability to ascend/descend ladders and lifts; lift objects up to 50 pounds.
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