GVH Manager of Emergency Preparedness and Fire Protection.

Job Description Summary

Job Description

What You'll Do

• Implement and manage Fire Protection and Emergency Preparedness Program Plans across multi-licensed (NRC / NC / IL) facilities, incorporating NRC regulations, orders, advisories, applicable state regulations, NFPA codes, and requirements from all Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) — including the NRC, American Nuclear Insurers (ANI), and Factory Mutual (FM Global)

• Lead a team of employees and contract personnel supporting fire protection and emergency preparedness programs

• Design and execute site drills and exercises that demonstrate emergency response capability and effectiveness; maintain readiness of programs, procedures, personnel, and equipment

• Serve as the primary technical resource for fire protection and life safety programs; ensure ongoing facility compliance with NFPA and related life-safety codes

• Oversee EP program performance across sites by ensuring training currency, drill completion, and maintenance of EP equipment and supplies

• Develop and manage program systems and compliance frameworks; translate complex federal and state regulations into executable operational processes

• Support licensing activities related to EP and FP, including the preparation of technical documentation that demonstrates regulatory compliance — interfacing with NRC, state agencies, ANI, and FM Global inspectors

 What You'll Bring

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in a science or engineering discipline

• One of the following experience paths:
•   - Minimum 5 years of experience developing emergency response programs, including training, procedures, surveillances, drills, and exercise design at a regulated facility
•   - Minimum 15 years of experience supporting emergency response programs in a regulated environment
• U.S. work authorization (this role is subject to export control requirements; sponsorship is not available)

• Must be 18 years of age or older

• Ability to pass a Nuclear Safety Training Test and follow strict radiation protection, criticality, and industrial safety requirements; ability to wear protective clothing when entering controlled access areas

• Ability to walk up and down stairs

Preferred / Desired:

• Master's degree in a science or engineering discipline

• Experience in technical or operational safety roles at NRC-regulated fuel cycle facilities licensed under 10 CFR Part 70

• Familiarity with NFPA, ANI, and FM Global standards and fire protection/life-safety codes

• Demonstrated ability to interface with the NRC, state regulators, mutual aid agencies, and other Authorities Having Jurisdiction in a formal regulatory capacity

• Experience developing regulatory compliance documentation — translating complex regulatory requirements into operational programs and procedures

• Strong decision-making capability in high-stress, time-sensitive situations

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical information to regulators, leadership, and operational teams at all levels

• Ability to manage multiple program elements simultaneously while balancing business priorities

• Strong leadership and mentoring skills; ability to share technical expertise across organizational boundariesMaster’s degree in science or engineering discipline
• Experience in technical operational safety roles at NRC regulated fuel cycle facilities licensed under 10 CFR 70.
• Able to effectively interface with offsite mutual aid agencies, regulators and other authorities having jurisdiction in a NRC & state regulated license capacity
• Ability to effectively communicate complex technical issues and information throughout all levels of the organization and to nuclear regulators.
• Demonstrated ability to function calmly and effectively in high-stress situations, including response to site emergencies
• Ability to make decisions with speed and accuracy based on best available information
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively interface at all levels of the organization
• Ability to evaluate the external impact of business activities and decisions on potential customers, market / industry, media, government and communities
• Ability to manage multiple aspects of fire protection and emergency preparedness programs while supporting business interests
• Ability to interface effectively with operational and regulatory authorities in a matrix organization
• Significant experience with fire protection and emergency preparedness programs at a NRC licensed nuclear facility
• Familiarity with NFPA, ANI, FM Global and fire protection/life-safety codes & guidance
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, ability to guide others effectively.
• Shares technical expertise across organizational boundaries and utilizes strong mentoring skills to support the development of Emergency Preparedness program.
• Builds strong working relationships with nuclear regulators, business partners, customers, functional leaders, and engineers.

Eligibility Qualifications:

• For Controlled Access Area: must be able to successfully pass a Nuclear Safety Training Test; follow strict radiation protection, criticality, and industrial safety regulations; wear protective clothing to enter the area.
• Must be 18 years or older and have legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Ability to walk up and down stairs.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $129,000.00 and $214,900.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on October 05, 2026.Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.