Safety Manager - Natural Gas, Power Generation & BESS

EquipmentShare • Columbia, MO

3h • Remote

About The Position

The Safety Manager will oversee all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs for a power generation facility using natural gas power generation assets and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The role manages the combined risks of traditional thermal power generation and advanced energy storage technology, including high-pressure gas lines, power generation machinery, and high-voltage chemical energy systems, while enforcing compliance with OSHA, EPA, and NFPA standards. The position is fully remote, with work involving active industrial site environments and site audits.

Requirements

• Demonstrated safety experience working directly with natural gas power generation systems and utility-scale lithium-ion battery storage (BESS).
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA 1910/1926, NFPA 70E, NFPA 855, and standard EPA industrial requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• At least 5 years of safety experience in heavy utility operations, power generation, or industrial energy construction.
• Active OSHA 500 or 510 certification.
• Comfort wearing specialized PPE and walking or standing for long stretches during site audits.
• Able to work in an active industrial site environment with exposure to high-voltage environments, chemical hazards, loud machinery, and varied outdoor weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation.

Responsibilities

• Manage site risks associated with natural gas power generation and the chemical, electrical, and thermal risks of BESS infrastructure.
• Enforce site compliance with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), electrical energy isolation, confined-space requirements, and NFPA 70E electrical safety boundaries.
• Maintain safety standards including NFPA 855 for stationary energy storage and OSHA 1910.119 Process Safety Management (PSM) for gas systems.
• Develop, audit, and update emergency response plans for BESS fire suppression, toxic gas release, and thermal runaway mitigation.
• Conduct routine site walkthroughs and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) covering natural gas generation equipment, gas supply piping, and battery cell enclosures.
• Lead root cause analyses for near-misses, equipment failures, and injuries, and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Lead daily toolbox talks, manage subcontractor safety compliance, and provide specialized training on lithium-ion battery hazards and gas system safety.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Gym membership stipend and wellness programs, with opportunities to earn PTO and prizes.
• Company events and food truck nights.
• 16 hours of paid volunteer time per year.
• Career advancement, leadership training, and professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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