Safety Specialist

• Location 7397 State Route 7 N.,PO BOX 271,Cheshire, OH, 45620,United States
• Base Pay $80,000.00 - $ / Year
• Employee Type Full Time Exempt

The Safety Specialist plays a critical leadership role in fostering and advancing a strong safety culture across the facility. This position partners closely with plant leadership and teams to drive safety performance, ensure regulatory compliance, and implement continuous improvement initiatives that promote a safe and productive work environment.

General James M. Gavin Power Plant is a 2,600‑megawatt supercritical coal‑fired power station in the village of Cheshire, Ohio, United States. It is majority owned by Energy Capital Partners and a minor stake is held by Javelin Global Commodities.

• Lead and promote a proactive, “safety-first” culture across the facility, influencing behaviors, engagement, and outcomes
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations (OSHA, NFPA, etc.)
• Own and manage all site safety programs, including policies, procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Establish, track, and report safety KPIs (near misses, recordables, first aid incidents, lost‑time incidents, etc.)
• Conduct trend analysis of safety data to identify risks and recommend corrective and preventive actions
• Lead safety training programs, including new hire orientation, annual training, contractor safety, and safety committee initiatives
• Facilitate and participate in root cause investigations for incidents and near misses
• Oversee Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) program compliance, including procedures, training, and system improvements
• Perform periodic audits (arc flash, fire systems, compliance assessments) and ensure corrective actions are implemented
• Support industrial hygiene monitoring and ensure appropriate controls are in place
• Participate in and support emergency response and rescue team training initiatives
• Review Management of Change (MOC) processes for safety impacts related to facility modifications
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and leadership teams to resolve safety challenges and drive improvements
• Maintain an active field presence to monitor evolving work conditions and reinforce safe work practices
• Manage safety‑related budgets and support strategic safety planning initiatives
• Support work planning processes to ensure safety is integrated into daily operations
• Ensure compliance with facility fire protection systems, inspections, and reporting requirements
• Perform additional duties as assigned by plant leadership

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Safety Management, Safety Technology, or related field (or CSP certification)
• Minimum 5 years of safety experience in a power plant or heavy industrial environment
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA and NFPA standards
• Experience supporting safety programs in operations and/or maintenance settings
• Proven ability to lead initiatives, influence others, and drive cultural change
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence without direct authority
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint)

• Experience in power generation (coal or thermal generation highly preferred)
• Background supporting both operations and maintenance teams
• Familiarity with systems such as Asset Suite, GPI, MSI, or similar platforms

• Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support plant operations
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential)
• Demonstrated self‑motivation and accountability in driving safety improvements

• Exposure to varied outdoor environments, including extreme weather conditions, high noise levels, hazardous areas, and diverse work surfaces.
• Frequent use of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as hard hats, safety glasses, respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, hot gloves, and high‑voltage protective gear.
• Working near high‑voltage equipment and operating heavy machinery, with proper training and safety protocols.
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