Lead Safety Advisor

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

Under minimal supervision, lead and support Eversource in the administration, development and improvement of the occupational safety and health programs. Serve as both a technical and internal management partner in the prevention of injuries and illnesses, ensuring regulatory compliance and incorporating best practices into ES’s safety management system. In addition to the Senior Advisor, Safety responsibilities, the Lead Advisor, Safety is responsible for leading the program development, management and facilitation to assure consistent and effective application throughout the ES enterprise.

Will assist Safety management in the execution of safety programs in all business environments, including field operations, plants and offices. Act as the respective safety manager in their absence. This position supports CT Electric Field Operations.

• Develops strategic and programmatic solutions to ensure compliance and incorporate best practices applicable to occupational safety and health programs, policies, rules and regulations.
• Provides program oversight and facilitation to field operations, field safety advisors and safety vendors.
• Leads the development, implementation and monitors / assesses program(s) effectiveness.
• Provides feedback to Safety Managers, ES operations management on programmatic solutions to safety compliance and performance concerns.
• Facilitates management of causal identification for program needs assessments and future program(s) developments.
• Supports Safety Managers providing statistical analysis and data relevant to safety and health programs and acts on their behalf, as assigned.
• Identifies and coordinates the execution of the necessary resources to successfully implement safety and health programs.
• Provides storm restoration and emergency assignments up to and including the safety branch director of theICS system and emergency response plan.

Technical Knowledge/

Skills:

Requires a thorough understanding of the Companies safety rules. Requires knowledge and understanding of Eversource Operation’s practices and procedures. Knowledge and understanding of construction site safety is required. Requires specific knowledge of local and federal regulations (OSHA and DOT) safety laws, and State Departments of Public Safety requirements as they pertain to electric, gas and water utility industries. Knowledge of OSHA regulations as well as sound safety management principles and practices.

Knowledge of Distribution operations and associated electrical, gas systems, construction practices and renewable energy practices is highly desired. Strong oral and written communication skills and strong organizational skills;
Strong project leadership skills;
Ability to work independently as well as with teams;
Ability to build rapport/credibility with both management and the skilled craft workforce.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Safety management, Engineering or equivalent combined education and experience is required.

Experience: Minimum of eight (8) years related experience is required including program management skills and safety experience.

Licenses &

Certifications:

Additional safety related training programs and certificates such as the National Safety Council’s Advanced Safety Certificate, Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred.

Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required. Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary. Must be available to travel occasionally beyond the assigned region to attend special meetings/training/conferences or during storm conditions. Must be available to work on-call on a rotating basis. This position is categorized as safety-sensitive for the purpose of drug testing. Successful applicants shall be subject to a pre-assignment drug test if the…