Safety Consultant/Safety Consultant Senior

APS•Phoenix, AZ

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Arizona Public Service generates reliable, affordable and clean energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. Our service territory stretches across the state, from the border town of Douglas to the vistas of the Grand Canyon, from the solar fields of Gila Bend to the ponderosa pines of Payson. As the state’s largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona. Since our founding in 1886, APS has demonstrated a strong commitment to our customers in one of the country’s fastest growing states, earning a reputation for customer satisfaction, shareholder value, operational excellence and business integrity. Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together. SummaryAs a Safety Consultant Senior/ Safety Consultant at APS, you will be instrumental in driving safety excellence across the organization.

Requirements

A strong background in safety compliance, risk management, or regulatory affairs.
Experience interpreting and applying OSHA, NESC, and other safety codes.
Proven ability to develop and implement safety programs across diverse teams.
Excellent communication skills and the confidence to represent APS externally.
Bachelor's degree in safety or related discipline and 5 years of professional safety related field experience, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
A working knowledge of Federal, State and local Safety/Health Regulations.
Strong oral and written communications skills.
Basic Computer skills.
Bachelor's degree in Occupational or Industrial Safety, Loss Control Risk Management or Business Administration and 8 years extensive professional safety related experience, OR an equivalent combination of relaed education and experience.
Knowledge of industry standards, Federal, State and Local safety regulations with a high level of technical and regulatory experience in OSHA, ARS, FAA, NESC and other applicable codes, ordinances and statutes.
In-depth experience developing, administering and implementing complex safety programs.
Experience in professional committees and organizations through participation that increases safety awareness and compliance.
Strong oral, interpersonal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with work order systems like MAXIMO is a plus.
Certification as a Safety Professional Industrial Hygienist desired.

Responsibilities

Counsel and inform management, staff, employees, and contractors regarding safety concerns, violations, and non-compliance risks.
Recommend solutions that leverage technical expertise to develop innovative and cost-effective safety strategies.
Analyze and interpret new and proposed codes, laws, regulations, and court decisions.
Assess their impact on APS and develop appropriate policies and procedures.
Influence, where possible, the implementation of laws and regulations affecting APS.
Represent APS in dealings with Federal and State OSHA, municipal agencies, and industry organizations on safety matters.
Participate in or lead special projects as assigned.
Develop, implement, monitor, and audit safety programs to help management meet safety targets.
Oversee the Corporate Hazard Identification and Correction Reporting Procedure to ensure compliance with NESC and other applicable codes and standards.
Investigate electrical contacts and near misses.
Track and monitor hazards using MAXIMO or other applicable systems to ensure timely resolution and reduce company risk exposure.
Manage the Contractor Safety Program, ensuring external partners meet APS safety standards.
Train and mentor other safety professionals in and outside the company; participates on industry and work-related organizations and committees and reviews work of other staff to ensure accuracy, quality and consistency of information provided.
Provide technical support in development and management of the departmental budget.
Participate on technical industrial committees and work groups, providing a high level of technical expertise and assistance, and represent the interests of APS.