Project Safety Specialist

Project Safety Specialist

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:

• High school/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…