HSSE Manager Maintenance Services

Saber Power, LLC; Helotes, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards Plan

401(k) Matching

Life insurance

Job summary

Saber Power Services is seeking an HSSE Manager to lead health, safety, security, and environmental programs for high-voltage construction. You will ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, NESC, EPA, and DOT while fostering a safety-first culture across field and office operations.

You will develop policies, supervise audits, and mentor teams, coordinating with executives, project management, and field crews to reduce risk and ensure safe HV project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 5-10 years HSSE experience in high-voltage construction, utilities, or heavy civil construction.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA, NFPA 70E, NESC, EPA, and DOT regulations.
• Experience leading incident investigations and implementing corrective actions.
• Ability to lead and mentor field supervisors and safety professionals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HSSE policies, procedures, and training for HV projects.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Coordinate JSAs, tailboard meetings, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Track safety metrics and report trends to leadership.
• Serve as HSSE liaison with clients and regulators.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Quality control software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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HSSE Manager Maintenance Services

Full Time Management Central Texas - Helotes TX, Helotes, TX, US

HSSE Manager – Maintenance Services

Saber Power Services, a portfolio company of Greenbelt Capital Partners, is a fully integrated electrical power system services firm providing end-to-end solutions across utility, renewables and battery storage, industrial, petrochemical, and other markets. Based in Houston, Texas, Saber Power offers deep subject matter expertise and uses an engineering-led approach to designing, installing, testing, and maintaining medium and high-voltage electrical infrastructure. Saber serves clients locally, nationally, and abroad.

Position Summary

The HSSE Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and enforcing health, safety, security, and environmental programs for high-voltage construction operations. This role ensures compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, NESC, EPA, DOT, and applicable state and local regulations while fostering a strong safety culture across all field and office operations. The HSSE Manager works closely with executive leadership, project management, and field crews to reduce risk, prevent incidents, and ensure safe, compliant execution of HV construction projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Health & Safety

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve HSSE policies, procedures, and training programs specific to high-voltage transmission, distribution, and substation construction.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, NESC, and client-specific safety requirements.
• Conduct job site safety audits, inspections, and field observations, document findings and corrective actions.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive action plans.
• Oversee Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), tailboard meetings, switching procedures, energized work planning, and lockout/tagout compliance.
• Serve as subject matter expert on electrical hazards, arc flash, grounding, minimum approach distances (MAD), and PPE requirements.
• Track and analyze safety metrics (TRIR, DART, near misses, leading indicators) and report trends to leadership.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations including stormwater pollution prevention (SWPPP), spill prevention (SPCC), waste management, and erosion/sediment control.
• Manage environmental permitting requirements and site-specific environmental plans.
• Lead environmental inspections and corrective actions on active construction sites.
• Coordinate spill response, reporting, and remediation when required.

Security

• Develop and enforce site security plans to protect employees, equipment, materials, and infrastructure.
• Coordinate with project teams and clients on access control, badging, and site security protocols.
• Support emergency preparedness and response planning.

Training & Culture

• Develop and deliver safety orientation, refresher training, and specialized HV safety training.
• Promote a proactive safety culture emphasizing hazard recognition, stop-work authority, and employee engagement.
• Mentor field supervisors and safety professionals on HSSE best practices.
• Support client safety meetings, audits, and pre-job planning sessions.

Leadership & Compliance

• Serve as the primary HSSE liaison with clients, regulatory agencies, and third-party auditors.
• Maintain HSSE documentation, manuals, training records, and regulatory logs.
• Support project bid reviews and pre-construction planning from a safety and environmental perspective.
• Stay current on regulatory changes, industry best practices, and emerging risks in HV construction

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 5-10 years of HSSE experience in high-voltage construction, utilities, or heavy civil construction.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA, NFPA 70E, NESC, EPA, and DOT regulations.
• Experience supporting energized work, substations, transmission, or distribution projects.
• Proven ability to lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Skills:
  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and quality control software.

Safety is a Core Value with our organization. We work SAFELY or not at all.

We offer an excellent benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our Total Rewards Plan includes a choice of two comprehensive medical plans, dental and vision coverage, and company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance. We also provide company-paid basic life insurance for employees and their dependents. Additional benefits include a 401(k) plan with company matching, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), and more. Beyond our benefits, we pride ourselves on fostering an outstanding work environment where employees feel valued and supported. Learn more about our Total Rewards Plan here .

Saber Power Services is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.