Senior Safety Representative

First Energy at a Glance

We are a forward‑thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers’ lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.

First Energy (NYSE: FE) is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, First Energy includes one of the nation's largest investor‑owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid‑Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts.

This is an open position with First Energy Service Company, a subsidiary of First Energy Corp.

This is a full‑time, on‑site position located in Haywood, WV.

The Senior Safety Representative will be located at the Harrison Power Station. The individual will provide the state operations with subject matter expertise for safety, health and human performance. The Senior Safety Representative will serve as a resource to management, leadership, supervision, and union/hourly employees in the direction, planning, development and coordination of the company’s safety programs. In addition, they will engage employees, visitors and contractors at all levels to promote a proactive safety culture where hazard exposure is identified and controlled or eliminated.

• Providing technical/analytical guidance regarding OSHA regulations, as well as applicable consensus standards (i.e., NFPA, ASTM, ANSI, etc.)
• Perform as a Safety and Health Subject Matter Expert (SME) with the ability to research and present regulatory and technical information. Monitor and communicate regulatory requirements, as they pertain to the business.
• Provide sound recommendations, innovative solutions, and competent technical guidance resulting in process improvement and/or exposure reduction.
• Collaborate with State Leadership, Contractor Companies (as needed), FE Contractor Safety, and other First Energy Business Units (as needed) to develop safety and health programs designed to resolve business issues and promote continuous improvement.
• Lead/support the state safety and health program assessments.
• Assist Business Unit Leadership in promoting/enhancing knowledge of and conformity with Safety and Health programs, requirements, and expectations.
• Provide consultation during the analysis of events and assist in the development of action plans to prevent recurrence, as needed. Lead or engage with root cause analysis as needed.
• Analyze Safety data, including observations and performance. Provide reports as needed.
• Assist in developing annual Industrial Hygiene sampling plan to include health hazard assessments, audiogram, respiratory protection program, employee coaching and counseling.
• Maintain required records for compliance and maintain confidentiality where required.
• Actively participate in local safety and fleet safety committees/peer teams.
• Develop and deliver training and presentations as needed.
• Educating and directing others on safety practices, improving safety program and process effectiveness, and making significant contributions to the achievement of safety goals and objectives.
• Supporting restoration and investigation activities during and outside of normal working hours.
• Willing to travel as required.
• Serving as the lead in diverse and complex projects, processes and programs.
• Independently anticipating and meeting internal/external customer needs.
• Actively developing and implementing safety programs and policies.
• Integrating strategic concepts into safety activities.
• Developing high‑level solutions for complex assignment.
• Participate and lead safety and health program teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Health, or related discipline, with a minimum of 7‑10 years of relevant work experience is required. Master’s degree preferred.
• Certified Safety Professional (preferred)
• In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree (preferred), a minimum of 13 years of relevant work experience in required.
• Supervisor experience (preferred)
• In depth knowledge of safety and industrial hygiene regulations (OSHA General Industry…