DWPF Balance of Plant (BOP) Operations First Line Manager (FLM)
Savannah River Mission Completion · Aiken, SC, US · United States · On-site
Posted Sep 27, 2026
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Overview
Savannah River Mission Completion (SRMC) is seeking a Defense Waste Processing Facility (DWPF) Balance of Plant (BOP) Operations First Line Manager (FLM) to be based in our Aiken, SC location on the Savannah River Site (SRS).
Apply online using a current resume under the careers section of www.savannahrivermissioncompletion.com.
The DWPF Balance of Plant (BOP) Operations First Line Manager (FLM) is responsible for the safe and efficient direction of all facility activities while adhering to all applicable laws, regulations, DOE Orders, and company requirements. Typically reports to and takes direction from the shift manager.
Responsibilities
Supervises operator activities and maintains sufficient supplies to support facility operations
Plans and coordinates work involving production and support groups
Reviews and approves all lockout / tagout plans for hazardous energy control which affect the facility
Ensures that facility activities are within applicable licenses and permits, and are conducted in accordance with plant procedures and Technical Standards/Operating Requirements. Has the authority and obligation to shut down the facility or to direct any other action necessary to ensure the facility is in a safe condition
Approves the start of all maintenance, operations, construction, test and surveillance activities that affect the facility or its equipment
Ensures that operators are trained and qualified for their activities and are physically fit to perform the work
Communicates with other support organizations to ensure operating activities are started and completed as scheduled
Performs initial investigations of abnormal events, including the removal from service of equipment and systems as necessary
Directs emergency operations and trains personnel in emergency activities
Performs periodic tours of the facility to observe activities and ensures they are being performed safely and in accordance with approved procedures
Identifies housekeeping and facility material condition deficiencies to the appropriate origination(s) for corrective action
Acts as primary mentor for operators (especially in the area of Disciplined Operations)
Maintains logs and records of all operating events in accordance with facility operating procedures
Maintains accountability of special nuclear material (SNM) through inventories, safeguards, and security and records management
Ensures that operators review changes to operating procedures and plant modifications. Performs Field Property Administrator responsibility for equipment inventories
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree, Associates degree, or High School Diploma/GED and relevant experience in engineering, operations and/or maintenance function
3+ years nuclear experience
Additional information:
Deviations to education and/or experience requirements must follow DOE Order 426.2 protocols.
Facility qualification process including…