Director Nuclear Plant Operations
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Role summary
Manages, directs, or supervises staff responsible for operating and monitoring nuclear power generation systems and plant equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant power production. Oversees control room and plant operations including monitoring reactor and turbine systems, coordinating startup and shutdown activities, and ensuring adherence to established operating procedures and nuclear safety protocols. Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and plant operating standards and supports training, licensing, and qualification of nuclear operations personnel. Works closely with engineering, maintenance, and safety teams to address operational issues and maintain reliable plant performance. Typically requires extensive experience in nuclear plant operations and appropriate nuclear operator licensing.
Job summary sourced from the Empsight benchmark job library.
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