Corporate Safety Manager (hybrid or remote)

NAES•Issaquah, WA

2d•$98,300 - $113,000•Hybrid

About The Position

This position works independently and under the direction of a Safety Director to conduct safety oversight, direction, implementation support, training and assessment for NAES-operated facilities at multiple locations. The Corporate Safety Manager oversees the safety program implementation and performance of facilities assigned regionally within the USA and some internationally. This position installs the company safety program at new and existing facilities, conducts initial safety training, and provides support for facility staff to continue programs and continuously improve safety performance.

Requirements

Education - Bachelor of Science degree in Safety and Health, Engineering, Biology, Chemistry or equivalent EHS field from an accredited college or university recognized by the United States Department of Education or equivalent
Experience - a work history that demonstrates experience in power, industrial, construction or commercial consulting industry in a safety role
Technical knowledge - In-depth knowledge of safety regulations and standards; familiarity with risk assessment and hazard analysis methodologies
Software/Equipment Knowledge - Proficiency in using computer software including Microsoft Office Suite for data analysis, report writing and creating presentations
Must have strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills
A valid driver's license is required

Nice To Haves

Licenses/Certifications - A Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or other related certification desired

Responsibilities

Provide ongoing and case-basis safety support to assigned power plants, gas producing facilities, and renewable energy sites through phone calls, emails, personal meetings, and on-site physical presence
Schedule and travel to assigned facility to conduct an annual safety assessment, gap analysis or to perform training and education. Travel duties are extensive and up to 50-60% of the set duties.
Provide professional direction and mentorship to project Safety Engineers, ESH Coordinators, Safety Coordinators and Plant Managers
Coordinate time and service with other Corporate Safety Managers in the company to provide safety support and coverage to all appropriate NAES Corporate, Operations, and plant organizations
Ensure uniform interpretation of site safety procedures at assigned facilities and throughout the corporation
Communicate and distribute new and changing safety-related information and safety alerts through published communications and oral presentations
Provide targeted and specialized safety support for new and transiting plants or client consulting services, including safety gap analysis, site safety risk assessments, report preparation and presentations
Recommend changes to the NAES “standard” Safety Manual based on an on-going review of regulatory requirements and assessment of NAES performance
Under the direction of a Safety Director, develop new or modified safety procedures and submit to safety team for review and comment. Incorporate recommended changes and process for final publication.
Identify training needs and opportunities. Assist in development and delivery of training curriculum and materials. Lead training and conduct train-the-trainer sessions.
Serve as a NAES internal safety information resource for plants to call upon from time to time to assist them in their assigned duties
Assess the safety performance of individual plants, “groups” of plants, or the NAES portfolio by both personal observation and by review of reports and evaluations. Based on these assessments, prepare and share “Lessons Learned” and “Best Practices” as appropriate.
Review and comment on all plant operations facility safety-related incident and accident reports and develop for publication a communication of lessons learned.
Support investigations and Root Cause Analysis of incidents as requested by Operations Director, VP of Corporate Safety or Safety Director
Conduct routine safety conference calls with plant safety personnel, providing follow-up, status on assignments and completion of tasks
Prepare, support and lead tasks identified to assist in the preparation of the annual NAES Safety Conference. Assignments can be obtaining speakers, vendors, hotel contracts, awards or managing conference budget.
Support and participate in the company-sponsored conferences and Plant Manager conference calls to provide specific safety focus and expertise
Perform set duties in a fiscally responsible manner, managing expenses and schedule within budgetary means and set guidelines and policies
Carry out additional duties as directed by the Safety Director, Director or VP of Corporate Safety or senior designee