Site Safety and Health Officer

GE Vernova; United States; Remote; USD 77,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to addressing the climate crisis by leading the way in sustainable energy solutions. As a Site EHS Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring safety and compliance at hydro power projects. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and a global team of experts, making a tangible impact on energy sustainability. If you are passionate about safety and environmental health, and ready to take on challenges in a dynamic environment, this role is perfect for you. Be part of a mission-driven team that values innovation and collaboration.

Benefits

Healthcare Coverage

Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental Leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of EHS experience in construction projects.
• Knowledge of Energy business and EHS certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular EHS inspections and ensure compliance.
• Deliver EHS training and support site teams in problem-solving.
• Monitor and report on EHS performance and incidents.

Skills

EHS Compliance

Risk Management

Leadership

Communication Skills

Construction Safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in EHS or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Job Description Summary

Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority. As a company whose technology is used to power ~25% of the world’s electricity, we take our responsibility seriously. GE Vernova is a purpose-built company leading a new era of energy – electrifying the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. We are accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life.
GE Vernova’s Hydro Power business designs, develops, manufactures, and services advanced technologies that harness the power of water to deliver reliable and sustainable power. For more than a century, hydroelectricity has played an essential role in the North American and global electricity systems. Today, it’s the world’s largest source of renewable energy while pumped storage provides more than 90% of stored electricity across the planet. But to reach net-zero globally by 2050, we need to double the amount of hydro currently installed. Whether it’s through pumped storage, run-of-river, or reservoirs, hydroelectricity will continue to be a cornerstone of North America’s energy future.
Do you have the energy to change the world? If you are ready to make a difference and usher in the new era of energy, come join us. You will get the opportunity to evolve and grow surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the industry, work on cutting-edge technology, and be part of a global team of ~75,000 people across more than 100 countries.

The GE Site EHS Manager will be the GE Environment, Health & Safety representative on GE Hydro Power Plant during the defined period of the project.
You will be responsible to support the GE Site Manager, Supervisors, Subcontractors and Partner on EHS matters, coordinate EHS activities and ensure that GE policies and procedures are implemented during the execution of the project. You will report to the GE Site Manager/U.S. HSE leader and will keep close contact with the Project Team.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Act as support liaison for assigned site in helping comply with GE EHS programs & requirements.
• Conduct regular site EHS inspections with rigor and consistency, identifying deficiencies and ways of improvements. Be a solution maker for assigned site.
• Conduct Site EHS visits to check site EHS conditions and coach the site teams as needed in site EHS Plan implementation and problem solving.
• Close follow-up of the leading KPI providing his/her on-site experience.
• Deliver EHS training to assigned sites population as required.
• Identify and share best practices across the region. Support site team to leverage best practice from others.
• Contribute in investigations and analysis of all accidents or hazardous situations. Identify trends and causes, as well as follow up on corrective and preventative actions.
• Ensure all internal and external EHS reporting is completed on time and with accuracy.
• Review the Project EHS Plan and site procedures at mobilization and develop updates when needed.
• Coordinate the GE site EHS programs and assist the GE Site Manager, Supervisors and Subcontractors in implementing it.
• Ensure the site has identified all applicable legislation or standards, and ensure he/she understands the requirements, to achieve compliance.
• Advise the management of GE/Subcontractor of unsafe acts/conditions observed on the project site for prompt corrective action to eliminate the unsafe act/condition.
• Monitor the Partner EHS performance and execution and support where required for improvements or as needed.
• Ensure that risk assessments are communicated to anyone who is involved or could be affected by the task, before the task begins.
• Take action to stop unsafe acts or conditions, before they result in an injury or incident.
• Conduct regular documented EHS Inspections.
• Conduct EHS inductions and assist the Contractor/Subcontractor’s EHS representative with conducting EHS inductions for all construction personnel and visitors reporting to the project site.
• Drive “Toolbox” safety talks, Safety Meetings, etc. For GE employees.
• Ensure Subcontractors hold weekly EHS meetings and “Toolbox” safety talks.
• Liaise with Partners, Subcontractors, insurance representatives, local medical services, local fire and police departments, local regulatory agencies, and Customer/Client on EHS related matters.
• Ensure Emergency drills are carried out at least quarterly; these may be focused on specific events, rather than a full site evacuation each quarter.
• Manage the retention of the EHS required documentation in the Site EHS files and in Gensuite.
• Oversee the management of PPE for GE staff and visitors on site.
• Identify best management practices that may be of use to other sites, and communicate these to the Project EHS Manager.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience or certifications in EHS
• Minimum of 5 years EHS experience, with exposure to several EHS areas in Construction Projects environment

Desired Characteristics

• Knowledge of Energy business mandatory (Hydro business appreciated)
• EHS Local certification mandatory (BCSP/NSC/ISO/EM385-1-1 certifications a plus)
• Ability to travel to assigned Site
• Fluent in English, additional languages a plus.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills
• Strong site EHS experience
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple issues with competing priorities
• High energy, self-starter
• Practical experience in risk elimination and project management
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proven functional computer knowledge in utilizing Microsoft Windows and Office applications (i.e. Excel, Word, Powerpoint)

The salary range for this position is $77,900-97,000 USD/year. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for variable incentive compensation.GE offers benefits and programs to help you manage your personal and family needs, grow and develop you and your career, support your work / life integration, and help you stay connected through volunteerism, employee networks, and philanthropy.

Available health and welfare benefits include healthcare, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; savings account options (such as a Health Care Flexible Savings Account, Health Reimbursement Account, Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Account, and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account); and an employee assistance program. Additional benefits include a defined contribution 401(k) plan, employee life insurance, optional dependent life insurance, employee accidental death or dismemberment insurance coverage, salary continuance program benefits for disability, optional long-term disability, pre-tax transportation/commuter program, paid holidays, paid time off, parental leave, a layoff plan for salaried employees, tuition reimbursement program, use of Cariloop, adoption assistance, optional identity theft prevention insurance, optional personal legal assistance, and optional personal excess liability insurance.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is anEqual Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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