Specialist HSS&E

Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P.; Augusta, Millinocket, Skowhegan, Milford (ME, ME, ME, CT); Remote; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P. is seeking an HSSE Specialist to support the Health, Safety, Security & Environmental Management System across Maine and New Hampshire locations.

You will implement programs, coach employees and contractors on OSHA standards, and report on program effectiveness. Responsibilities include audits, risk assessments, training, incident investigations, and developing standard operating procedures in coordination with Brookfield Health, Safety, Security and

Qualifications

• Five years of progressively responsible experience in HSSE programs.
• OSHA 30-hour training or ability to obtain it.
• Certification in training Fall Protection, Confined Space, LOTO, and OSHA awareness.
• BA/BS in Safety Management or related field preferred.
• Must travel and work flexible hours, including weekends and nights.

Responsibilities

• Assist in establishing annual safety, environmental and security goals.
• Maintain and implement HSSE policies and procedures.
• Coordinate risk management within Brookfield’s HSSE management system.
• Recognize and advise on safe work practices per Brookfield policies.
• Conduct internal and third-party HSSE audits.
• Coordinate HSSE training for employees and contractors.
• Assist and participate in new employee HSSE orientations.
• Provide HSSE training including Confined Space and Fall Protection.
• Evaluate contractor safety performance and documentation.
• Lead incident investigations and develop SOPs with HSSE staff.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Training delivery

Microsoft Office

Public speaking

Education

BA/BS in Safety Management or related field

OSHA 30hrs certification

Tools

CBT training software

Job description

Reporting to the Manager, HSS&E, the Health, Safety, Security & Environmental Specialist (HSSE Specialist) will assist in the implementation and coordination of a comprehensive Health, Safety, Security and Environmental Management System, evaluate program effectiveness and provide routine reports to management in accordance with Brookfield policies. The HSSE Specialist will also evaluate contractor safety and environmental performance, and coach employees, contractors and subcontractors in the appropriate application of OSHA standards and Brookfield Management System requirements. The position will provide support to locations in New England and ROC.

Reporting locations that will be considered for this position will be one of our Maine or New Hampshire offices located at Augusta, ME, Berlin, NH, Milford, ME, Millinocket, ME or Skowhegan, ME

Salary: $90k-$95K, with a 10% Target Bonus

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the establishment, communication and accomplishment of annual safety, environmental and security goals;
• Maintain and assist in the implementation of health, safety, security and environmental policies and procedures;
• Assist in the implementation of risk management programs within the framework of Brookfield’s Health, Safety, Security and Environmental Management System and recommend corrective/preventive measures to reduce risks;
• Recognize, practice and advise on safe work habits using sound safety and environmental principles in accordance with company policies and procedures. Immediately act upon incorrect application of procedures or unsafe work practices when witnessed and, if necessary, stop the work;
• Conduct and coordinate internal and independent third-party Health, Safety, Security and Environmental audits;
• Assist and participate in Safety, Security, Environmental and Public Safety Risk Assessments;
• Coordinate and conduct planning/strategy workshops and Health, Safety, Security and Environmental training for employees and contractors;
• Assist and participate in new employee Health, Safety, Security and Environmental orientations;
• Provide HSSE Training in accordance with regulatory requirements and Brookfield policy and procedures; including but not limited to training Confined Space and Fall Protection to the level of the “Component Person”
• Evaluate and document contractor performance regarding safety compliance issues;
• Conduct prequalification of consultant and contractor Health, Safety, Security and Environmental programs;
• Assess the Health, Safety, Security and Environmental risk and impact of company activities as well as projects and advise the project teams of related requirements;
• Coach employees, contractors and subcontractors regarding compliance with state, federal and local regulatory licenses, permits and safety/health requirements including OSHA regulations and Public Safety programs, SDS databases, and hazardous material reporting;
• Assist, support, guide, and participate in the employee Health, Safety, Security and Environmental committees;
• Assist, support, participate and/or lead incident investigations within the operational group and occasionally outside the operational group;
• Develop standard Health, Safety, Security and Environmental operational procedures in consultation and coordination with employees, Brookfield Health, Safety, Security and Environmental Staff

Requirements:

• Highly self-motivated with an ability to establish and achieve desired goals and objectives;
• Thorough knowledge of and experience in application of federal, state and local safety and environmental regulatory requirements;
• Knowledge of and proficiency in the application of Microsoft Office Products including Outlook, Excel and Word;
• Proficiency in oral presentation and ability to act as a trainer; posses the certification’s and/or experience to train Confined Space, Fall Protection, LOTO, and Hazard Identification to the level of the “Component Person”
• Excellent personal organization and team skills;
• Experience with computer-based training (CBT) software systems is preferred;
• Knowledge of and experience in application of electrical (high and low voltage) related safety practices is preferred;
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment, under pressure and prioritize competing deadlines.

Candidates Qualifications:

• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in preparing, implementing and coordinating Health, Safety, Security and Environmental programs is preferred;
• Must Possess the OSHA 30hrs training or can obtain the training.
• Certification in training or provide verification of experience in training Fall Protection, Confined Space, LOTO, and OSHA awareness.
• A BA/BS degree in Safety Management Sciences, Industrial Hygiene or a related field is preferred;
• Must possess valid driver’s license and be willing and able to travel and work flexible hours, including occasional weekends, holidays and nights;
• Must be able to travel, including overnight stays.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.