Safety Specialist I-III

Entergy Corporation; Westwego (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy Corporation is looking for a Safety Specialist based in Westwego, Louisiana. The role involves ensuring workplace safety by conducting risk assessments, safety analyses, and employee coaching. Candidates should be prepared to engage with employees on safety measures and intervene in unsafe conditions.

Preferred qualifications include relevant safety certifications and 0-6 years of experience depending on the level. Join a team dedicated to a zero harm approach in safety practices.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years work experience needed for Safety Specialist I.
• 2-4 years in industry/safety preferred for Safety Specialist II.
• 4-6 years experience required for Safety Specialist III.

Responsibilities

• Implement safety programs in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Conduct training for understanding of safety rules.
• Perform field site inspections and document deficiencies.
• Participate in incident investigation and root cause analysis.
• Reinforce safe work expectations and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Construction and general industry safety regulations

Data analysis and trend identification

Safety investigation tools (TapRoot, Cause Mapping)

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in safety or related field

Any Level Degree Preferred for Safety Specialist I & II

Tools

Data analysis software

Safety management systems

Job description

Job Summary / Purpose

All members of Entergy’s safety function will be expected to own safety, work to prevent incidents and seek to improve with the understanding that zero harm is possible. This position is tasked with examining the workplace/worksite for environmental or physical factors that could affect employee and/or contract partner health, safety, comfort, and performance. Ensuring the workplace/worksite is as safe as possible is accomplished through conducting risk assessments, safety analyses, job site reviews, and coaching.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of safety programs in accordance with management system elements.
• Conduct training as necessary to ensure applicable rules, procedures, and expectations are understood.
• Conduct engagements and observations with employees and contract partners providing immediate coaching on safe and unsafe conditions observed.
• Conduct field and site inspections, document deficiencies, and develop sustainable solutions to prevent repeat findings.
• Participate in the incident investigation process including root cause analysis and identification of corrective actions.
• Reinforce safe work expectations in accordance with applicable laws, rules, procedures, and expectations.
• Review safety related data and metrics to identify trends and recommend corrective actions to address any issues identified.
• Stop work if there is any unsafe condition.

Minimum Requirements

• Safety Specialist I: Any Level Degree Preferred
• Safety Specialist II: Any Level Degree Preferred
• Safety Specialist III: Bachelor Preferred
• Safety Specialist I: 0‑2 years work experience
• Safety Specialist II: 2‑4 years industry and/or safety experience preferred
• Safety Specialist III: 4‑6 years industry and/or safety experience preferred

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of construction and general industry safety regulations.
• Ability to observe and engage with employees and contract partners.
• Investigation/RCA with tools such as TapRoot, Cause Mapping, Fishbone, Five whys, etc.
• Skilled in analyzing and interpreting data to identify trends.
• Ability to interact with customers and members of the public in a pleasant and tactful manner.
• Ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work irregular hours and out of town assignments as required.
• Safety Specialist I
  • Preferred: Any certification
• Safety Specialist II
  • Required: COSS/CHST/OHST or equivalent
• Safety Specialist III
  • Required: COSM/CHST/OHST or equivalent

Job Location and Details

• Primary Location: Louisiana – Westwego
• Job Function: Field & Skilled Trade
• FLSA Status: Professional
• Relocation Option:
• Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT
• Number of Openings: 1
• Req ID: 123880
• Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

EEO Statement

The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.