Facilities & EHS Site Leader

GE Vernova•Malta, NY

6d•$85,500 - $142,600•Onsite

About The Position

As a GE Vernova accelerator, GE Vernova's Advanced Research Center (ARC) is driving strategy and leading research & development efforts to execute on the business’s mission to help power the energy transition. We forge the collaborations and help invent the technologies required to electrify and decarbonize for a zero-carbon future. Representing virtually every major scientific and engineering discipline, our researchers are collaborating with GE Vernova’s businesses, the U.S. government, and more than 420 entities at the forefront of technology to execute on 150+ energy focused projects. Collectively, these research programs and initiatives aim to solve near term technical challenges, deliver next generation product advances, and drive long term breakthrough innovation to enable more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy. We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced professional to join our growing organization at GE Vernova's Advanced Research Center in Malta, NY. This individual will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of facility systems and infrastructure within our operations, ensuring the facility runs safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with all EHS permits and policies. The successful candidate will serve as a key partner to our research community, helping ensure work is planned and executed the right way — with safety as a non-negotiable foundation. This role carries budget responsibility for facilities and EHS functions supporting our dynamic operations and supports the full project lifecycle from initial scoping through successful delivery.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Environmental Health and Safety, Construction Management, or a related technical field
In lieu of degree: High School Diploma/ GED AND 25+ years of directly relevant experience in industrial or research facility operations
10+ years of experience in an industrial, research, or technical facility environment
Demonstrated experience managing facility operations, budgets, and project execution
History of successful partnership with technical or research teams in a complex facility environment
Experience managing contractors and vendors through a full project lifecycle
Strong knowledge of facilities maintenance, project execution, and building/industrial systems
Solid understanding of EHS requirements including OSHA, NFPA, and applicable EPA and state regulations
Demonstrated technical aptitude working on large and complex equipment including air compressors, combustion equipment, and utility systems
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and translate requirements to field construction
Strong budget management and financial accountability
Excellent communication and partnership skills across all levels of the organization — including PhD-level researchers and frontline technicians
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple priorities and competing deadlines

Nice To Haves

Emergency Response Team participation preferred
Experience coordinating within a leased or shared-occupancy environment, including working with landlords, property managers, and shared building systems, preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day facility operations ensuring systems, infrastructure, and equipment within our occupied space are maintained and functioning reliably
Serve as the primary point of contact for facility needs, coordinating with internal teams, external service providers, and building ownership as appropriate
Plan, schedule, and monitor preventive maintenance compliance with a focus on EHS-critical assets, and support the development and roll-out of a new CMMS for the Advanced Research Center
Manage the facilities and EHS operating budget, tracking spend, forecasting needs, and identifying cost optimization opportunities
Participate in the GE Vernova Advanced Research Center emergency response organization
Coordinate with building management on shared infrastructure, tenant responsibilities, and facility-related communications to ensure alignment and protect GE Vernova's operational interests
Lead facility projects from initial scoping and bid development through vendor selection, construction execution, and formal handoff to the research team, ensuring all work is delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget
Support facilities engineering with space and infrastructure planning, ensuring facility constraints, lease boundaries, and system limitations are well understood by stakeholders
Leverage technical expertise to help the engineering and research teams understand asset capability and how it impacts research operations
Ensure adherence to all applicable EHS permits, regulations, and GE Vernova policies as a daily operational priority
Serve as the EHS focal point, ensuring proper implementation of the GE Vernova Life Saving Rules and compliance with all internal and external requirements
Champion a proactive safety culture by partnering with researchers and technical staff to ensure safety is embedded into all work from concept through execution
Support proactive hazard identification, risk assessment, and safe work planning across facility operations and construction activities
Maintain deep working knowledge of EHS protocols for facilities operations and project execution, including confined space entry and rescue procedures

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
prescription drug coverage
access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
tuition assistance
adoption assistance
paid parental leave
disability benefits
life insurance
12 paid holidays
permissive time off
Relocation Assistance Provided