Energy Project Safety Lead I

Renewable Energy Systems (RES); Arizona; Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

RES Group is seeking a Project Safety Manager I to implement the RESSystem (SMS) across wind, solar, substation, transmission and energy storage projects in the US or Canada. The role leads safety initiatives, develops site documents, conducts audits, and ensures regulatory compliance while coordinating with HSQE and client teams.

Ideal candidates will have strong safety leadership, incident investigation skills, and the ability to train and mentor site personnel.

Qualifications

• High school/GED required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health and Safety preferred.
• OSHA 30 Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety initiatives, trainings, and meetings to promote safety culture.
• Develop and maintain site-specific safety documents (JHA, Site Safety Plan, Site Rules, Emergency Response Plan).
• Inspect work areas for compliance with procedures, client and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct incident investigations and prepare incident reports with root cause analysis.
• Coordinate with HSQE and regulatory agencies; manage audits and inspections.
• Procure, distribute, and maintain PPE and safety-related materials.
• Travel as required 76-100% and operate company vehicle safely.

Skills

Safety management

Regulatory liaison

Incident investigation

Training

Leadership

Communication

Microsoft Office

Safety metrics

Auditing

Root cause analysis

Education

High school/GED

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health and Safety

Tools

Incident/Inspection Management Software

Microsoft Office Applications

Job description

RES Group is seeking a Project Safety Manager I to implement the RESSystem (SMS) across wind, solar, substation, transmission and energy storage projects in the US or Canada. The role leads safety initiatives, develops site documents, conducts audits, and ensures regulatory compliance while coordinating with HSQE and client teams.

Ideal candidates will have strong safety leadership, incident investigation skills, and the ability to train and mentor site personnel.