Sr Specialist, OR EHS Safety

Overview Under the general direction of the Section Manager, administers, develops and implements the Company safety, health and fire safety programs to ensure compliance with federal, state and local rules and regulations. Critiques major safety projects and programs to assure the quality and efficiency of those services. Audits work methods and the work environment to provide protection for employees and to protect customers and members of the public from accidental occurrences. Performs investigations, reviews and prepares complete and accurate reports of injury, illness operating errors, and motor vehicle accidents to ensure compliance. Produces safety performance reports by organizations. Reviews regulatory standards and rules and converts same into Company policies and procedures. Responsibilities Core Responsibilities Ensures conformity with Company policy, employee relation's practices, labor agreements, and legal requirements, etc., in such a manner that effectively ensures that cooperation, harmonious employee relations, and employee performance goals will be achieved. Assumes the functional role of Section Manager-Safety and supervises the Safety Department staff in the absence of the Section Manager-Safety. Serves as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for researching and interpreting proposed and final federal, state and local safety and health regulations and standards for company compliance. Provides continuing advice, counsel and technical support to all Company organizations on federal, state and local safety and health regulations. Possesses strong SME level knowledge of regulatory, operational and company safety rules and procedures. Reviews statistical and trend analysis of accident history. Develops and implements, as appropriate, safety mitigation plans/programs to improve performance. As directed, manages various company programs, such as, Asbestos program requirements, including coordination of Asbestos projects, close call program, clear access program, etc. Provides advice and counsel to management regarding the development of safety conscious behavior through the development and implementation of occupational safety and health education programs. Has in depth knowledge of all company and Industry Occupational Safety and Health requirements. Keeps abreast of industry trends and innovations in Occupational Safety and Health. Serves as liaison with and represents the Company during any inspections, visits or inquiries by representatives of OSHA and any other official agencies affecting workplace safety and health. As required, develops and implements action plans for compliance. responsible for maintaining and revising the Company's safety rules and regulations on a periodic basis. Provides advice and counsel to those departments developing work procedures in compliance with these safety rule and regulations. Available to respond to emergencies as required. Provides training and guidance to Safety Specialists. Provides other specialized safety education and training when required. Represents the Company on various industry related committees as requested by Section Manager- Safety. Serves as Facilitator on Company Safety Team as directed by Section Manager-Safety. Supervises other employees from time to time who may be involved in safety related studies or projects. Participates in the Company's emergency management processes, storm plans, and mutual aid deployments, as required. Coordinates Mutual Aid Safety Orientations for Mutual Aid Crews during storm and other emergency response events. Participates in On Call Performs other related assignments as required. Qualifications Required Education/Experience Bachelor's Degree and 3 years Practical Safety and/or Operational/Utility experience or High School Diploma/GED and 5-7 years Practical Safety and/or Operational/Utility experience Relevant Work Experience Work independently and with limited supervision. Required Knowledgeable in safety concepts and practices and ability to integrate within the line organizations. Required Possesses excellent oral and written communication skills, and has the ability to effectively interact with customers, support staff, and various levels of management and the union. Required Has strong analytical, technical, interpersonal and leadership skills. Required Computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office suite is required. Required Provides off-hour, on-call support for Safety-related issues as required. Required Industrial Hygiene background. Preferred Licenses And Certfications Driver's License Required Additional Physical Demands Must be able to respond to Company emergencies by performing a System Emergency Assignment to restore service to our customers. Must be able and willing to travel within Company service territory, as needed.

Created: 2024-11-13