Safety Specialist II – Sr

Job Title: Safety Specialist II – Sr

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite

Legal Entity: Entergy Services, Inc.

-ESI (OLD)

This position is designated as a Safety Sensitive position and is subject to mandatory pre-employment and random drug testing

* This posting can be filled as a Safety Specialist II – Safety Specialist Senior depending on qualifications. *

Job Summary/Purpose
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Supports Utility Operations in the management of developing safety training programs/strategy/presentations/workshops/communications/policy/rules.

• Work with Jurisdictional Safety Team to ensure effective implementation of safety programs and the creation of new programs from analyzing audit/observation/assessment information and consistent system-wide application of safety processes and procedures across the Jurisdiction.
• Support the contract workforce, including, but not limited to:
  Investigate Contractor Incidents and Safety related issues on Entergy System; perform field observations to assure compliance with OSHA Regulations and Entergy Safety Rules and Procedures; assist Contractor Safety Department during Accident Investigations; and support Contractor Training of Entergy Safety Rules and Procedures.
• Must be familiar with and able to interpret OSHA regulations and provide guidance to management on the proper application of these regulations in the workplace.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Desired:
  Bachelor’s degree, preferably in the area of Safety, or equivalent work experience.

• Safety Specialist II: 4-6 years of related experience
• Safety Specialist III: 7-10 years of related experience
• Sr. Safety Specialist: 11-14 years of related experience
• Preferred:
  Previous distribution and substation experience

• Excellent oral and written communication skills to interact effectively with all levels of employees (Craft through Director/VP).
• Ability to influence and motivate a diverse and geographically dispersed workforce on safety and training issues.
• Ability to interpret OSHA regulations and provide guidance on proper application in the workplace.
• Strong knowledge of computers and related technology.
• Ability to work irregular hours and out-of-town assignments as required.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities; work well under pressure; self-motivated and dependable team player.
• Ability to recognize hazards and mitigate them; maintain and safeguard assets; deliver high level of customer service; demonstrate acceptance of a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Desirable:
  Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement and enact change.

Primary

Location:

Louisiana – Lake Charles, Louisiana

Job Function: Professional

FLSA Status: Professional

Relocation Option:

Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT

Number of Openings: 1

Req : 122111

Travel Percentage: 25% to 50%

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EEO Statement: The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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