Subcontractor Field Representative

ORNL’s Work Management Division (WMD) within the Environment, Safety, Health and Quality (ESH&Q) Directorate seeks a Subcontractor Field Representative to coordinate and oversee safety and contract requirements for non-construction work performed on-site by subcontractors in potentially hazardous, high-security areas.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between subcontractors/suppliers and ORNL staff.
• Assist in developing Statements of Work, Hazard Analyses, work permits, and other documentation.
• Assist in reviewing purchase requests for on-site work involving hazards.
• Coordinate site support (craft, subject matter experts, security, etc.) for on-site activities.
• Facilitate requests and approvals for subcontractor site access.
• Assist in conducting pre-job briefings with technical staff.
• Monitor subcontractor performance for safety and compliance with UT-Battelle contract deliverables.
• Assist in mentoring and evaluating subcontractor staff and work activities.
• Reinforce safety expectations and stop work if unsafe conditions are identified.
• Align behaviors, priorities, and interactions with ORNL’s core values: Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service.
• Promote equal opportunity and a respectful workplace.

Requirements

• BS degree in engineering, science, or a related technical discipline (e.g., health and safety, industrial hygiene, environmental management, project management, operations).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a health and safety or operational oversight role in facilities with a variety of hazards.
• Experience evaluating compliance with documented requirements, safety, quality, or security oversight.
• Experience reporting on a variety of issues and events.
• Ability to read and comprehend complex requirements and identify applicability to ongoing work.
• Ability to clearly communicate and develop rapport with various roles and levels of management both verbally and in writing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience overseeing subcontractors’ work activities and ensuring safety and compliance with requirements.
• Experience analyzing hazards and identifying controls to keep workers safe.
• Experience with security requirements, emergency response, and non-employee access controls.
• Operations experience in a Research & Development or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to track multiple activities requiring varying types of support.
• Proficiency with electronic systems such as databases, queries, and the Microsoft toolset (Office, SharePoint, Power BI, etc.).
• Continuous improvement or causal analysis experience.
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in teams across the laboratory.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities, accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to changing needs.

Special Requirements

• A pre-hire physical will be required after offer due to various physical demands and working conditions.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Must obtain and maintain an HSPD-12 PIV badge; a Real ID-compliant form of identification is required.
• Must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check, including a declaration of illegal drug activities (including marijuana/cannabis derivatives) within the last year.

About ORNL

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an 80-year legacy addressing the nation’s most pressing challenges. Our team of over 7,000 individuals values diverse perspectives and backgrounds, supporting our mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and Contributory Pension Plan.
• Life insurance and disability benefits.
• Generous vacation, holidays, and parental leave.
• Legal insurance with identity theft protection.
• Employee Assistance Plan.
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts.
• Wellness programs and educational assistance.
• Relocation assistance and employee discounts.
• On-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities.
• Flexible work hours to support work-life balance.