ES&H Specialist / Trainer

United States Digital Space LLC; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC is seeking an Environmental Safety & Health Specialist/Trainer for Millersport, OH. Lead ES&H training programs, collaborate with project teams, and drive continuous improvement across offices and sites.

You will translate regulatory and contractual ES&H requirements into practical training, support incident prevention, and engage with engineers, constructors, and operations to strengthen safety culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in occupational safety or health or international equivalent.
• 2–5 years (or 6–9 years) of relevant ES&H experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deliver, and improve ES&H training programs.
• Design training for classroom, field, workshops and coaching sessions.
• Tailor content to project risk profiles and incident trends.

Skills

ES&H training

Regulatory knowledge

Incident investigation

Technical writing

Training delivery

Education

Bachelor's in occupational safety/health

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

• Relocation Authorized: National - Family
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Millersport, OH

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grew economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

Core to the company is our Vision, Values and Commitments . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report .

Project Overview:

The project is a 1.3 GW simple-cycle power generation facility located in Millersport, Ohio, being constructed adjacent to a hyperscale data center campus. The facility includes multiple power generation technologies consisting of Solar Titan 130 gas turbines, Siemens SGT800 gas turbines, reciprocating engines, battery energy storage systems (BESS), substations, and associated balance of plant infrastructure. The scope includes major civil, mechanical, electrical, structural, underground utility, control systems, and commissioning works required to support phased energization and turnover of the facility. Construction will be executed through a combination of direct hire and subcontracted labor supported by modularization, pre-assembly, offsite warehousing, and advanced work packaging methodologies.

Job Summary:

The Environmental Safety & Health (ES&H) Specialist / Trainer is responsible for the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of Environmental, Safety, and Health training programs that support the company's ES&H Management System and project execution requirements. This role operates with independent judgment and technical depth, translating regulatory, contractual, and the company ESH requirements into effective, risk-based learning experiences for employees, supervisors, and subcontractors across projects and offices. The position serves as a subject-matter resource for ES&H training, supports incident prevention and continuous improvement initiatives, and partners closely with Project ES&H Managers, GBU ESH leadership, and functional stakeholders. The position reports to the ES&H Manager.

Major Responsibilities:

• Develops, delivers, and maintains ES&H training programs aligned with the company standards, the ES&H Management System, regulatory requirements, and contract commitments.
• Designs training for multiple delivery methods, including classroom instruction, field-based training, workshops, coaching sessions, and awareness campaigns.
• Customizes training content based on project risk profiles, workforce composition, and identified trends from incidents, audits, and assessments.
• Supports onboarding and refresher training, including New Employee Safety Orientation, supervisor training, and task-specific ES&H instruction.
• Provides technical guidance and training support to Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Operations, Procurement, and other functions regarding ES&H program execution.
• Assists with the development and review of ESH Management Plans, training matrices, and awareness programs to ensure compliance with the company and regulatory requirements.
• Participates in risk assessments, incident investigations, and lessons-learned reviews, ensuring training content reflects real-world causes and prevention strategies.
• Provides assistance in a wide variety of Environmental, Safety, and Health (ES&H) disciplines to facilitate implementation of the company's ES&H program and ES&H Management System to include aiding compliance with the company's ES&H standards, applicable regulatory requirements, and contractual commitments.
• Assists in the development, implementation, and maintenance of programs, systems, and procedures necessary for the safety and health of employees and protection of the environment and communities.
• Maintains ES&H databases, inclusive of incident events, audit/assessment findings, and corrective actions.

Major Responsibilities(Contd.):

• Performs statistical analysis of ES&H data to help identify performance trends and contributing factors as part of continuous improvement.
• Helps identify and coordinate any unique software systems and electronic innovation used by ES&H personnel.
• Leads teams in conducting risk assessment, studies, mitigation planning, and monitoring in response to ES&H issues.
• Prepares communications, writes reports, and prepares documents for program execution and records retention.
• Assists with incident notifications, leads investigations, and prepares incident investigation reports.
• Recommends and implements improvements in processes, procedures, and work activities to minimize hazard potential.li>
• Participates in and supports employee training, emergency preparedness, and quality assurance programs.
• Supports ES&H recognition programs.
• Researches issues and provides regulatory interpretation and technical advice.
• Provides support to ES&H field and office personnel, inclusive of all ES&H disciplines.
• Develops and implements safety and health communication and awareness measures including but not limited to training presentations, flyers, posters, signage, and other communication and training media.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires a Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) related to related to occupational safety or health and 2-5 years of relevant experience or 6-9 years of relevant work experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including technical writing abilities.
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering ESH training in construction, infrastructure, industrial, or large-project environments.
• Ability to present training materials and apply knowledge, skills and experience to the education of site personnel.
• Experience applying regulatory requirements, risk assessment, and incident learning to training content.
• Computer skills for preparing presentations, data management, and report preparation.
• Analytical skills related to sampling, monitoring, and recordkeeping.
• Specialized knowledge in a safety specialty (e.g., Personal Protective Equipment, lockout/tagout, fall protection, excavation, Craft Based Leadership).
• Knowledge of safety management, monitoring programs, principles, and methodologies.
• Knowledge of safety and health laws and regulations and applicable agencies' permitting processes and responsibilities.
• Knowledge of engineering, construction, and subcontract work processes.

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, the company has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, the company has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at the company Total Rewards

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, the company has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

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