Chemical Technologist
Chalk River, Ontario, Ca
Environmental Compliance, Whiteshell Laboratories – Pinawa, MB (2009 – Present)Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (formerly Atomic Energy of Canada, Ltd.)Chemical Technologist (2009, continuing)Laboratory Supervisor (2010, continuing)• Conducts non-radioactive analysis on radioactive samples accurately and efficiently, in support of operations and regulatory compliance using various analytical laboratory techniques• Supports report/data interpretation• Serves as Subject Matter Expert for analytical and chemical processes• Strong understanding of radiation protection principles• Demonstrates situational leadership and provides training for new laboratory personnel• Coordinates logistical requirements for five (5) operating analytical laboratories including functions in support of safe work practices, work prioritization, reporting of analytical results, customer service/support/communication, analytical/equipment troubleshooting, inter-departmental liaison, chemical inventory control, procurement, laboratory representation, document generation and procedural adherence• Coordinates workflow and logistics for analytical laboratories including: work schedule, maintenance, procurement, customer interactions, and safetyManagement & Leadership Achievements• Developed and implemented thorough hazard orientation training program for controlled area nuclear facility radioisotope laboratory, enhancing safe work practices over multidisciplinary teams; delivered to >150 CNL employees• Consistently achieved strict compliance to environmental stewardship and regulatory accreditation programs (CALA, ISO 17025, N288.4 [Environmental Monitoring], N288.5 [Effluent Monitoring])