Safety Specialist - Regulatory Compliance and Training

LG Electronics; Worthington (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisville Gas and Electric Company (LG&E) seeks a Safety Specialist to ensure safety program effectiveness within the electric distribution group. The role involves applying knowledge of health and safety laws, rules, and regulations while collaborating with management and experienced professionals to build foundational expertise across distribution operations.

Positions are available at multiple levels (I, II, Sr.) with corresponding experience requirements, emphasizing training, inspections,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Safety or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• For level II, 3+ years experience in professional safety and/or industry-specific line-of-business experience.
• For Senior level, 5+ years experience in professional safety and/or industry-specific line-of-business experience.
• This position will be filled at the level commensurate to the candidate's education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Serves as an in-house expert and consultant on OSHA, KOSHA, PSC, DOT, PHMSA, and NESC regulatory matters throughout the company.
• Assists with scheduling and coordination of technical safety training.
• Prepares, conducts or coordinates, and documents departmental safety meetings and tailgate/toolbox meetings at predefined intervals.
• Under general supervision, provides interpretation and guidance to operations management related to federal, state, and industry regulations.
• Participates and often serves as departmental liaison for various focus groups and/or safety committee(s).
• Works with field management to ensure that assigned work areas, processes, and procedures are in compliance with applicable federal, state, and company regulations.
• Assists management and other safety professionals in investigations, follow-up, and mitigation plans in response to accidents and near misses.
• Conducts regular field inspections/observations to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and company safety policies.
• Assists in the training and coaching of employees, supervisors and safety committee members on safety observation skills.
• Exemplifies the company’s commitment to safety and health by exhibiting a highly professional demeanor at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Skills

Experience in safety

Computer proficiency

Organization skills

Communication skills

Leadership potential

Continuing education

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Safety or related discipline

Job description

Louisville Gas and Electric Company (LG&E) seeks a Safety Specialist to ensure safety program effectiveness within the electric distribution group. The role involves applying knowledge of health and safety laws, rules, and regulations while collaborating with management and experienced professionals to build foundational expertise across distribution operations.

Positions are available at multiple levels (I, II, Sr.) with corresponding experience requirements, emphasizing training, inspections,