Safety Specialist I-III

Entergy; Westwego (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy is looking for a Safety Specialist I-III in Westwego, Louisiana, to oversee and improve safety programs at work sites. Responsibilities include conducting safety inspections, training staff, and engaging with employees to ensure a safe work environment.

The ideal candidate will have a background in safety regulations, strong analytical skills, and effective communication abilities. Various educational qualifications are acceptable based on the level of the specialist position.

Qualifications

• Must possess strong analytical skills.
• Experience in safety programs implementation.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders on safety programs implementation.
• Conduct necessary training for safety compliance.
• Engage with employees for safety observation.
• Conduct field inspections and document findings.
• Participate in incident investigations and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Working knowledge of construction and general industry safety regulations

Ability to observe and engage with employees and contract partners

Investigation/RCA skills

Data analysis and interpretation

Strong oral and written communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Education

Any Level Degree Preferred for Safety Specialist I

Any Level Degree Preferred for Safety Specialist II

Bachelor's Degree Preferred for Safety Specialist III

Tools

TapRoot

Cause Mapping

Fishbone Diagram

Job description

Job Summary

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 Details

Job Title: Safety Specialist I-III

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite

Legal Entity: Entergy Services, LLC

Primary Location: Louisiana - Westwego

Job Function: Field & Skilled Trade

FLSA Status: Professional

Relocation Option: None

Union Status: Non Bargaining Unit

Number of Openings: 1

Req ID: 123880

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

Job Duties and 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.
• Engage and observe 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

Education

• Safety Specialist I: Any Level Degree Preferred
• Safety Specialist II: Any Level Degree Preferred
• Safety Specialist III: Bachelor Preferred

Experience

• 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

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.

Certificates, Licenses and Other Requirements

• Safety Specialist I
  • Preferred: Any certification
• Safety Specialist II
  • Required: COSS/CHST/OHST or equivalent
• Safety Specialist III
  • Required: COSM/CHST/OHST or equivalent

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

An Equal Opportunity Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. 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.