HSQE Manager – Operational Support

RES

11d•$105,500 - $158,200•Remote

About The Position

The HSQE Manager – Operational Support implements the RES Services HSQE framework across wind, solar, and battery energy storage system (BESS) field sites. The role ensures integrated ISO practices (9001/14001/45001) are incorporated into business processes to foster a culture of safety and quality. It delivers onboarding, on-the-job, and ongoing safety training and supports client and regulatory audits at work sites in the US or Canada. The position provides health, safety, and quality expertise and field support across construction, commissioning, and operational activities. It develops site-specific safety documentation, inspects work areas, communicates and investigates incidents, recommends and drives corrective actions, maintains incident data and metrics, and supports audits and inspections. The role also procures, distributes, and maintains project safety tools and equipment, operates a company vehicle to reach site locations, and requires 31–50% domestic and international travel. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of construction safety experience, three or more years of construction industry safety experience, GWO Basic Safety Training certification, and a valid driver’s license. The anticipated base salary range is $105,500–$158,200, with bonus eligibility. Benefits are effective on the first day of employment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of construction safety experience.
At least three years of construction industry safety experience.
GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) certification.
Valid driver's license.
Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and relevant standards such as ISO 55001.
Knowledge of ANSI, DOT, EPA, and OSHA regulations and standards.
Knowledge of hazard identification and assessment, electrical safety, and power generation, collection, distribution, substations, and transmission.
Knowledge of GWO certification standards, including BST and BTT modules.
Knowledge of wind turbine generator systems, working at height, and wind rescue procedures.
Knowledge of solar PV system safety, including DC electrical hazards and arc-flash risks.
Knowledge of BESS hazards, including thermal runaway and fire response.
Skills in collaboration, team building, leadership, coaching, mentoring, and training.
Knowledge of material handling, work at height, and subcontractor management.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and health and safety incident management software.
Functional competencies include attention to detail, continuous improvement, collaboration, casting the right shadow, and demonstrating active care.
Domestic and international travel of 31–50% is required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety.
First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
CHST, CUSP, OHST, or NCSO certification.
ASP, GSP, SMS, CSP, or CRSP certification.
OSHA 30, 501, or 511 certification.
NFPA 70E certification.
Internal Auditor certification.
GWO Advanced Rescue Training and/or Basic Technical Training (BTT).
Five or more years of construction industry safety experience.
Five or more years of renewable energy industry safety experience in wind, solar, and/or BESS.

Responsibilities

Promote the company’s HSQE culture through coaching, development, influence, and training.
Serve as a health, safety, and quality subject matter expert and liaison for project teams and clients.
Provide HSQE field support for wind, solar, and BESS construction, commissioning, and operational activities, tailoring safety programs to technology-specific hazards.
Develop and maintain site-specific documentation and templates, including Site Safety Plans, Site Rules, Emergency Response Plans, Job Hazard Analyses, and Site Inductions.
Deliver onboarding, on-the-job, and refresher training on safety initiatives, site induction, work procedures and instructions, SMS, and regulatory requirements.
Inspect work areas for compliance with procedural, client, and regulatory requirements.
Communicate safety incidents to the Corporate HSQE Department, business unit, and organization.
Conduct incident investigations to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions.
Develop incident reports to support investigation findings.
Drive proposed corrective actions through to completion.
Maintain incident data and safety metrics and compile reports.
Support client and regulatory audits and facilitate third-party and regulatory agency inspections at wind, solar, and BESS sites.
Reinforce safe behaviors and correct at-risk behaviors.
Lead and support site teams in technical, quality, and safety matters using the systems in place.
Operate a company vehicle safely when traveling to site locations.
Attend work regularly and punctually as scheduled or expected.
Comply with the Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct, and company policies and procedures.
Model a safety- and quality-oriented attitude.
Assist with developing risk assessments and work instructions.
Procure, distribute, and maintain project safety tools and equipment.
Perform ad hoc job-related duties and projects to support the HSQE Department.
Follow safety and security procedures, determine appropriate actions, report potentially unsafe conditions, and use materials and equipment properly.