Safety Advisor

Eversource; Southborough (MA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive program

Emergency restoration assignment

Job summary

Eversource seeks a Safety Specialist to lead regulatory compliance and incident prevention across electric, gas, and other operations. You will train staff, coach supervisors, and conduct safety observations to uphold high safety standards.

The role requires travel within the MA/CT/NH region and readiness for on-call emergency support. Three to five years in operational safety plus a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Business/Safety are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Safety or related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Three to five years’ experience in operational activities.
• Licenses & Certifications: ASP, CSP or NSC Advanced Safety Certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise managers and supervisors on occupational safety across operations.
• Develop and deliver safety training and partner with Training Dept. to ensure compliance.
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Inspect field locations to ensure safe work practices and regulatory compliance.
• Assist in emergency response and on-call safety support during incidents.

Skills

Safety rules

Regulatory knowledge

Incident investigation

Training and coaching

Public safety liaison

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Business/Safety

Job description

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.Role and Scope of Position:Under the general direction, establishes, defines and administers regulatory compliance and incident prevention activities regarding the safety of employees, contractors and the public, as they interact with Company operations. Promotes safe work practices and a safe work environment for all segments of Operations (Electric, Gas, Fleet, Warehouse, etc.) within a specified region of Eversource. Ongoing safety observations, regulatory compliance audits, incident investigation and maintaining a close liaison with operating managers and supervisors is expected. Ensures the success in preventing occupational injuries/illnesses and compliance with regulatory requirements and Corporate policies and procedures.Essential Functions:Maintains a close working relationship with operating personnel and advises managers and supervisors in all aspects of occupational safety.Trains, coaches and performs safety observations on a dynamic, multi-discipline workforce to assure high safety standards. Observes behaviors and conditions within the work environment on a frequent basis and coaches employees regarding the value of working safely. Provides feedback on these activities to management and employees.Employs the incident analysis process when investigating all incidents and ensures adherence to all federal and state regulations. Follows up on proposed improvement plans after each incident.Assists management in developing improvement plans to prevent recurrence.Develops and delivers safety training, as wells as partners with the Training Department to ensure required and recommended safety training is completed and effective.Advises management in problem solving and decision making to eliminate hazards in the workplace and participates in recurring safety meetings.Develops incident prevention and regulatory compliance programs in order to reduce injuries and incidents and protect Company assets.Inspects field work locations and Company properties to ensure a safe work environment to eliminate causal factors of injuries and illnesses.Develops relationships with customers from every level within the organization.Develops, revises and implements work practices and programs that enhance employee performance. Provides input and conducts projects to develop and update procedures and safety rules as required.Provides support during emergencies, such as mutual aid contractor on-boarding and field safety support.Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:Technical Knowledge/Skill:Requires a thorough understanding of the Company’s safety rulesRequires knowledge of Electric Overhead, Underground, Substation practices and procedures, Distribution, Supply, System Operation’s practices and proceduresKnowledge of construction site safety is required Requires specific knowledge of Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire and federal regulations (OSHA and DOT) safety laws, and State Departments of Public Safety requirements as they pertain to the electric and gas industriesEducation:Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Safety or related discipline or equivalent experienceExperience:Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in operational activitiesLicenses & Certification:Additional safety related training programs and certifications such as the National Safety Council’s Advanced Safety Certificate, Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferredWorking Conditions:Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.Must be available to travel primarily within assigned region between MA/CT/NH and occasionally beyond the assigned region to attend special meetings/training/conferences or during storm conditions.Must be available to work on-call on a rotating basis.This position is categorized as safety-sensitive for the purpose of drug testing. Successful applicants shall be subject to a pre-assignment drug test if the individual is currently in a non-safety sensitive position. As an employee in this position the individual shall be subject to random drug testing. A positive drug test will result in disciplinary action.Please submit a resume with your application.#LI-ES3!Competencies:Build trusting relationshipsManage and develop peopleFoster teamwork and cross-functional collaborationLead changeCommunicate strategic visionCreate an engaged workforceFocus on the customerTake ownership & accountabilityCompensation and Benefits:Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is:$93,800.00-$104,220.00Worker Type:RegularNumber of Openings:1Emergency Response:Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.EEO Statement:Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.VEVRRA Federal Contractor