Project Safety Specialist

Description

We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels heard and respected, and extending our culture of care so that every individual can reach their full potential. We want you to have a sense of belonging and feel valued for your contributions and the perspectives you bring.

Summary:

The Project Safety Specialist implements the RES Safety Management System (SMS) on wind, solar, substation, transmission, or energy storage projects in the US or Canada.

Requirements:

• Promotes company safety culture through coaching, development, influence, and training.
• Acts as subject matter liaison for health and safety for the project team and client.
• Assists in the development and maintenance of site-specific documentation, including the Site Safety Plan, Site Rules, Emergency Response Plans, Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), and Site Orientation.
• Delivers training on Safety Initiatives, Site Orientation, Work Procedures, Work Instructions, Safety Management System (SMS), and regulatory requirements.
• Participates in safety-related discussions at Plan of the Day (POD) Meetings, All Hands Meetings, Safety Committee Meetings, Staff Meetings, Kickoff/Preparatory, Tailgate Meetings, and Client/Owner Meetings.
• Inspects work areas to verify consistency with procedural, client, and regulatory requirements.
• Reinforces safe behaviors and identifies “at-risk” behaviors.
• Procures, distributes, and maintains safety-related materials and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the project.
• Conducts Incident Investigations to determine Root Cause and recommend appropriate Corrective Actions.
• Develops Incident Reports to support findings from Incident Investigations.
• Drives implementation of proposed Corrective Actions to completion.
• Facilitates the company Drug and Alcohol Testing procedures.
• Supports injury management.
• Supports emergency response efforts.
• Operates company vehicle safely to drive to various site locations.
• Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected.
• Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and Company Policies & Procedures.
• Supports implementation of Permit to Work processes.
• Supports the implementation of project safety incentive programs.
• Assist in the maintenance of incident data and safety metrics to compile reports.
• Monitors weather conditions and supports severe weather response.
• Performs ad hoc job-related duties/functions and projects to support the Project Safety Manager I/II, and/or HSQE Department.

Safety:

• Ensures that safety is the most important function, follows safe practices while working.
• Reinforces safe behaviors and eliminates “at risk” behaviors.
• Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.
• Ensures Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s) occurs before scopes of work commence.
• Adheres to and understands standard operating procedures.
• Receives job- and task-specific training prior to work commencing.
• Follows technical, quality and safety systems in place and determines appropriate action.
• Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action. Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.

Qualifications:

• Highschool/GED is required.
• Associates degree in Environmental Health and Safety Related field or two years of equivalent work or military experience is required.
• Bachelors degree in Environmental Health and Safety Related field is preferred.
• Emergency Medical Technician certification is preferred.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification is preferred.
• CHST/CUSP/OHST/NCSO/CHSC certification is preferred.
• OSHA 30 certification is preferred.
• OSHA 510 certification is preferred.
• NFPA 70E/CSA Z462 certification is preferred.
• Less than 1 year of Energy/Utility Industry Safety experience is preferred.
• Less than 1 year of Construction Industry Safety experience is preferred.
• Ability to travel 75-100%.
• A valid drivers license is required.
• Basic knowledge of:
  • ANSI/DOT/EPA/OSHA/NFPA/IEEE/CSA Regulations and Standards.
  • Coaching, Mentoring, and Training.
  • Confined Space.
  • Electrical Safety.
  • Fall Prevention/Climbing/Rescue Training (preferred).
  • Hazard Identification and Assessment.
  • Heavy Construction and Industrial.
  • Incident Investigation.
  • Incident/Inspection Management Software.
  • Material Handling.
  • Microsoft Office Applications.
  • Mobile Equipment and Cranes.
  • Power Generation - Collection, Distribution, Substation, and Transmission, Energy Storage Systems.
  • Root Cause Analysis.
  • Subcontractor Management.
  • Technical Writing Skills.
  • Trenching and Excavations.
  • Work at Height.
• Functional Competencies include collaboration, teamwork, communication, casting the right shadow, and passion.

Anticipated base salary range: $79,000 - $99,000

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. This position is bonus eligible.

RES offers benefits that are effective first day of employment. These benefits include the following:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 4x pay Basic Life and Voluntary Life
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness
• 401 (k) plan with 6% company match
• 4 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement and Green Car Reimbursement
• Volunteer and Charity Matching
• Paid Parental Leave and Paid Sabbatical Leave
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Discounts and Wellness programs
• Wellness Reimbursement

Physical requirements and environment:

The work environment and physical demands characteristics are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Occasionally: Carrying 31-50 lbs., Climbing, Crouching, Kneeling, required.

Frequently: Grasping, Gripping, Handling, Pinching, Pulling 31-50 lbs., Pushing 31-50 lbs., Lifting 31-50 lbs., Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, required.

Constantly: Reading, Hearing, Reaching, Vision, required.

Occasionally exposed Extreme Cold, Noise, and Vibration in the working environment.

Frequently exposed Extreme Heat, Humidity, Wet, and Hazards in the working environment.

We maintain a drug-free workplace. Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment.

RES is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.