Lead EHS Specialist

GE Vernova • Oakbrook Terrace, IL

7d • $85,500 - $142,600 • Remote

About The Position

The EHS Manager for GSI various projects is responsible for providing day-to-day EHS support for site activities across all GSI as it relates to active projects within the United States. This role is based in the United States.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree from accredited college or university OR a High School Diploma/Equivalent with minimum 5 years of EHS experience
• 5+ years EHS experience, with exposure to several EHS areas in a Services environment with primary experience in Safety
• Knowledge of Oil and Gas, Electrification, Energy business with a specific focus on Power and Substations
• Knowledge of North American EHS legislation
• Must be legally authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future
• Ability to travel up to 85%, as required with planned rotations
• Fluent in English
• Must be willing to work extended working hours as needed to meet business and customer needs

Nice To Haves

• Strong leadership and influencing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple issues with competing priorities.
• High energy, self-starter
• Practical experience in risk elimination, ergonomics, and project management
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Willing to become certified CPR Instructor
• Other languages such as French and Spanish
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong working relationship with operational and project managers in the region to drive the expected EHS culture across all operations.
• Act as support liaison for all sites in helping comply with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure all operations are carried out in compliance with applicable regulatory and GE requirements.
• Understand EHS contractual requirements.
• Conduct audits in line with the business audit plan, with rigor and consistency, to identify deficiencies and drive improvements in the management of EHS.
• Conduct regular inspections of sites and working methods to ensure safety rules and procedures are followed, that protective equipment is used properly, and all devices necessary for safety are in place, used appropriately and support corporate policies.
• Support onsite initiatives including Life Saving Rule validations, GE Vernova initiatives.
• Perform onsite Orientations for GEV personnel, Contractors and Visitors.
• Be the liason between client and GEV for related EHS iniitatives
• Perform contractor evaluations on monthly basis in Complyworks.
• Support the business in driving continuous improvement in EHS programs, and the way they are implemented across sites.
• Review, analyze and evaluate effectiveness of existing programs and recommend necessary improvements.
• Support the region in maintaining accreditation across assigned sites.
• Drive increased use of Digital Programs and tools across assigned sites, aligned with GSI Global.
• Conduct ITO reviews and assess EHS requirements and risks, as requested to support the business being successful in gaining orders.
• Participate in the evaluation of safety and environmental associated risks at the time of bidding and during work.
• Conduct investigations and analysis of all accidents or hazardous situations.
• Identify trends and causes, as well as follow up on corrective and preventative actions.
• Deliver EHS training to assigned sites population as required.
• Ensure all internal and external EHS reporting is completed on time and with accuracy.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior