Safety Professional

Northwestern Energy • Helena, MT

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Professional administers and supports NorthWestern Energy’s safety, health, and environmental programs. The role supports field operations, monitors compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA, and company requirements, and helps foster a proactive safety culture across assigned areas. Responsibilities include leading program administration, carrying out field environmental compliance activities, and providing direct support to field operations as needed.

The posting describes three levels. Safety Professional 1 is an entry-level position. Safety Professional 2 is mid-level and requires utility experience, relevant safety expertise, or a relevant bachelor’s degree; certification is preferred. Safety Professional 3 is mid-to-senior level, requires utility experience and a qualifying safety certification, and does not accept a GSP designation in place of that certification. For each level, a relevant bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered, with the level-specific requirements stated in the posting.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in safety and health or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience, subject to the level-specific criteria.
• Safety Professional 2: utility experience, relevant safety expertise, or a relevant bachelor’s degree; the posting also states a relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.
• Safety Professional 3: utility experience and a qualifying certification (CHST, CUSP, ASP, or CSP); a GSP designation does not fulfill this certification requirement.
• Willingness to obtain a safety (CSP) or industrial hygiene (CIH) certification in the future if not already held; the attainment date will depend on the career path and be specified by the hiring supervisor.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Proficiency in recordkeeping and computer applications.
• First Aid/CPR certification, or ability to acquire it.
• Commitment to safe working practices and knowledge of safety policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated and maintained good safety record.
• Successful completion of the pre-employment drug screen and background check; a health history questionnaire and pre-employment physical may also be required.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States; the company does not sponsor work visas.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in safety (CSP) or industrial hygiene (CIH), subject to the level-specific requirements.
• Safety Professional 2: a certification such as CHST, CUSP, or GSP is preferred.
• Electric and natural gas utility experience, except where utility experience is specifically required for the applicable level.
• Get Into Energy - Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification.

Responsibilities

• Support management in deploying existing safety products and programs and develop approaches to address safety and environmental issues.
• Support program administration, including medical surveillance, drug and alcohol plan facilitation, pre-employment requirements, and DOT-qualified driver files.
• Lead public safety school programs, develop outreach materials, and monitor third-party requirements.
• Monitor and process OSHA recordkeeping activities, complete required annual surveys, and provide statistical information as needed.
• Identify safety and environmental challenges and work with employees at all levels to address them.
• Provide expert input on the safety aspects of plans, procedures, practices, standards, specifications, and systems to control or reduce hazards and exposures.
• Track and maintain safety and environmental records, including safety observations, accountability interviews, and hazard tracking and correction systems.
• Assist with incident investigation and analysis and prepare reports and presentations.
• Conduct ongoing worksite reviews and inspections to ensure compliance with company safety requirements and government regulations.
• Develop safety training and meeting materials and facilitate their delivery to assigned areas.
• Identify potentially hazardous conditions and actions through hazard evaluations and job safety analyses, recommend corrective actions, and track issues through resolution.
• Identify ergonomic issues, recommend and implement solutions, and follow up to assess their effectiveness.
• Maintain knowledge of current company safety requirements and applicable government regulations.
• Represent the company in presentations to the public, contractors, and emergency responders about the potential hazards of electricity and natural gas.
• Lift and carry office supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, and ensure actions are consistent with company values, mission, and strategic objectives.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with performance-based wage increases and incentive opportunities.
• 401(k) with up to a 4% company match and up to a 7% non-elective company contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off starting on the first day and 11 paid holidays.
• Paid parental and bereavement leave.
• Company-paid life insurance with additional coverage options.
• Employee assistance and well-being programs.
• Paid volunteer opportunities.
• Training and development programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, HSA, and FSA benefits for employees and eligible dependents.

What This Job Offers

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