Human Performance Lead - Kincardine, Canada - United Engineers & Constructors, Inc.

United Engineers & Constructors, Inc.

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Kincardine, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

ABOUT US
The Shoreline Power Group (SPG) is a Joint Venture of United, Aecon and SNC-Lavalin. SPG will be completing the Fuel Channel and Feeder Replacement (FCFR) project.

The joint venture has been awarded a contract by Bruce Power to execute the FCFR at the Bruce Nuclear Generating Station in Kincardine, Ontario.

The Steam Generator Replacement Team (SGRT) is a Joint Venture of Aecon, UECI and Framatome. SGRT will be executing the replacement of steam generators for multiple units.

These projects are part of Bruce Power's Life Extension Program which will allow Bruce Power's CANDU units to continue to operate safely through to 2064.

The scope of work includes the removal and replacement of calandria tubes, pressure tubes, feeders and steam generators.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The Human Performance (HU) Lead, reporting to the EHS & HU Director, will lead the HU section and will be responsible for implementing and actively monitoring and managing the projects Human Performance program.

This role works together with the Safety team, Project Directors, Construction Managers and Supervisors to continuously improve human performance related to safety and the quality of work.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Establish a Human Performance section within the Project and provide work direction to the staff directly allocated to this work.
Interface with project teams and the client to ensure alignment and continued engagement of the Human Performance Program
Work closely with EHS and Quality team on HU matters as delegated by Director.
Give direction and oversight to the Corrective Action and Preventive Action (CAPA) Program
Provide HU advice and direction to HU Advocates in the field.
Participate and cooperate with client and industry HU activities
Develop Human Performance programs, plans, procedures, reports, and communications.
Regularly engage project teams for improvement of observation and coaching (positive reinforcement and feedback to correct undesired behaviours) interactions.
Coordinate and execute selfassessments of the HU Program
Monitor and the Nuclear Safety Culture health of the projects. Use feedback from investigations, observations, questionnaires and survey data to improve safety culture traits.
Manage & continuously improve the Hu Learning Series and associated material.
Trend and report on Human Performance data from behaviour observations, Learning events and event investigations to identify improvement opportunities
Collect and communicate operating experience (OPEX) related to EHS, Quality and HU activities associated with the projects.
Lead by example as a HU advocate and engage the Project teams with improvement initiatives to promote a continuous improvement culture
Foster a learning culture that promotes working in partnership, innovation, and collaboration
Proactively identify improvements for team processes and tools
Take a consultative approach, have an openness to learn and change in order to continuously improve the HU Program and our ability to effectively support ongoing operations
Communicates with project directors, supervisors/managers/trades to resolve issues/problems as they arise
Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise the staff in the Human Performance section giving day to day direction and feedback.
To ensure the safety, health, and security of persons reporting to the position in accordance with applicable company, client, and legal requirements
Provide guidance and coach/mentor staff in the execution of Human Performance related field activities
Establish and set priorities for staff.
Assess staff performance and coach and improve where necessary.
Provide required performance feedback for all individuals supervised.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Experience in construction and or industrial environment, preferably in a safety, quality or human performancebased role.
Experience working with unionized trades is an asset.
Knowledge of performance improvement, human behavior, adult learning, statistical and analytical concepts to effectively analyze existing practices and develop improvement strategies is preferred. This knowledge is expected to be from a combination of postsecondary education and relevant experience.
Requires knowledge of project management, consulting concepts and methods to effectively develop, coach on, deliver and manage the Human Performance program.
Requires experience in analyzing and assessing performance deficiencies and recommending, designing, and implementing mitigating solutions.
Experience in the nuclear industry considered an asset.
Ability to quickly establish a credible relationship and interact effectively with the full spectrum of staff from skilled trades to senior management and client groups.
Ability to identify continuous improvement opportunities and follow through to implementation.
Classroom presentation/facilitation skills inc