Manager-Training, Special/Tactical Operations

Holtec Palisades seeks qualified applicants for the position of Training Manager in its Training department based at Palisades Nuclear Power Plant in Covert, MI.

Palisades is positioned to become the first nuclear power plant in the United States to restart after previously entering the early stages of decommissioning. By joining our team, you will be part of a unique and historic undertaking for the nuclear industry and the nation!

Location: Palisades Energy (Covert, MI)

Job Summary:

Responsible for oversight, compliance, and maintenance of all station training programs, specifically, Institute of Nuclear Power Operations (INPO)/National Nuclear Accrediting Board (NNAB) accredited training programs. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direction and oversight of all station training programs to ensure they meet or exceed industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Manage the achievement and maintenance of accreditation through the National Academy for Nuclear Training.
• Manage the maintenance of training facilities including the classrooms, control room simulator, shops, chemistry lab, etc.
• An ideal candidate at this level should have in-depth knowledge of instructional design theory (SAT/TSD).
• Ensures compliance and maintenance of the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT) process.
• Continually looks for opportunities to leverage training solutions to improve station performance.
• Coordinate activities with other departments to minimize plant and system downtime and maximize plant power generation.
• Develop departmental goals that align with station and company goals.
• Evaluate department personnel performance and develop improvement plans as necessary.
• Conduct ongoing and periodic assessments of training programs.
• Participate in assessments at other utilities.
• Oversee procedures and documentation governing and controlling departmental activities.
• Develop and maintain strategic staffing plans for the department.
• Develop and implement change management plans as programs processes are revised.
• Represent the department at plant meetings to discuss and resolve matters affecting nuclear plant safety, industrial safety, radiological safety, and environmental conditions.
• Interface with regulatory and industry representatives on behalf of station activities.
• Review, approve and administer training processes and procedures.
• Supports station business initiatives, refueling outages, Emergency Planning (EP) duties, and other projects. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to nuclear plant operation, situational approach to learning, and adult learning. Equivalent Experience is defined as demonstrated success at the manager level. (A degree is very strongly preferred.)   
• Six or more years of experience in commercial nuclear power training or as a line owner (manger/superintendent) in one of the key accredited training programs or have held, a Senior Reactor Operators (SRO) license (preferred). 
• Previous nuclear training manager or superintendent or line owner of an accredited training program.
• Familiarity with license operator training programs and requirements.
• Familiarity with INPO Academy Documents (ACADs), accreditation maintenance process, and accreditation objectives and criteria.
• Complete knowledge, understanding and application of SAT/TSD instructional theory.
• Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of all site training programs and implement appropriate interventions to correct challenges. 
• Strong leadership, organizational and managerial skills. 
• Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills; effective interpersonal skills and ability to interact with all levels of personnel.
• Experience planning and managing strategic and tactical work execution; tracking and reporting progress, specifically in operational training execution to meet both short- and long-term goals.
• Expertise in the areas of Conduct of Training and Conduct of Operations in nuclear facilities.    
• SRO license or SRO management certification on BWR/PWR or both preferred but not required.  

ANSI Required: 

No 

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We believe great work deserves great rewards. Our benefits go beyond the basics, reflecting our commitment to supporting your whole self…your health, your future, and your career growth. This includes:

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and 11 Paid Holidays
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness resources and voluntary benefits
• Training and educational assistance 

If you’re driven to solve meaningful challenges and make a lasting impact, we invite you to build your career at Holtec—a generation ahead by design™.