Env Affairs Team Leader – Fuel & Chemistry

Please Note; This position is full-time, in the Lab at 2480 Maner Road, Atlanta, GA.

*JOB SUMMARY: *

This position is responsible for providing leadership to a team of laboratory analysts who conduct analyses using a wide variety of complex instrumentation and analytical methodologies related to environmental compliance, process chemistry, fuels analysis and radiochemistry for customers including Generation facilities, Georgia Power and Southern Company Nuclear facilities, and Southern Company affiliates. In addition, the team leader will have a hands-on role of performing analyses and prep methods to support the analysts and backlog.

The team leader implements procedures and controls necessary to provide analytical data that helps the Company meet and exceed environmental compliance with state and federal regulations. Data is used to provide operational support, asset protection, and emergency response.

The position will aid in monitoring all laboratory data and quality control procedures. The incumbent will ensure effective utilization of technical personnel and provide interface with internal and external work groups. Moreover, the position is responsible for fostering a safe and productive work environment by setting and communicating team goals, providing quality performance feedback, and developing a high performing team.

This position will serve as team leader of the fuel and radiochemistry section (5 analysts). The radiochemistry analyses include but are not limited to gamma spectroscopy, gas flow proportional alpha beta counting, and liquid scintillation counting. The fuels section analyses include calorimetry, sulfur, dry weight, XRF and other tests on coal and fuel oil samples.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• BS in physical/natural science or engineering, minimum of 24 hours of chemistry required.

• Laboratory experience preferred, but not required

• Focus on Safety Excellence and wellness to ensure employees follow safe work practices; identify and implement corrective actions for unsafe work conditions.

• Technical knowledge of ASTM, Standard Methods (SM), and/or EPA analytical methodology preferred.

• Experience implementing and using ISO 17025 and the NELAC Institute (TNI) Standards is preferred.

• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience with the ability to set clear goals, define expectations, hold others accountable, enable teams to accomplish goals, and recognize achievement is highly preferred.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach and motivate employees to provide quality analytical data in a timely manner. Ability to develop employees and help them accomplish career goals.

• Demonstrated leadership with ability to evaluate the effectiveness of the lab’s processes and procedures and to ensure compliance with current and future requirements.

• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership skills and the ability to interface with both internal and external groups including laboratory employees, customers, power plants, and regulatory and accreditation agencies.

• Proven planning and scheduling skills to ensure that projects and tests are completed in a timely manner in accordance with requirements and that workload is distributed equitably.

• Strategic thinker with the ability to foresee future staffing needs and develop quality services to support customers.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines.

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

• Computer proficiency using instrument and data management software.

• Experience with LIMS software and Environmental Laboratory Accreditation would be a plus.

BEHARVIORAL ATTRITBUTES:

Consistent demonstration of Our Values – Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance. Customer focus; Model ethical conduct; Ability to produce high quality work in an efficient manner; Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines; Demonstrate initiative and flexibility; Build positive relationships; Team player; Demonstrate personal responsibility; Enthusiastic; Positive attitude; Willingness to learn. Active listener and excellent communicator.

Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeogiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 11849

Job Category: Environmental & Forestry

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Georgia Power