Safety Spec I - Intern Conversion

Entergy; Willis (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy in Willis, Texas is looking for a Sr. Safety Specialist to lead and improve safety initiatives across the organization. The ideal candidate will conduct risk assessments, develop safety programs, and coach employees and contractors to foster a culture of safety.

This role requires strong mentoring abilities, experience in industry safety, and a relevant degree. The position also includes opportunities for field inspections and incident investigations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of industry experience with minimum 3 years in safety (Senior role).
• 10+ years of industry experience with minimum 4 years in safety (Lead role).
• Required certifications: ASP/CUSP/OSHA500 for Senior, ASP/CSP/SMS/CUSP/CIH for Lead.

Responsibilities

• Implement safety programs effectively with stakeholders.
• Conduct training to ensure understanding of procedures.
• Lead safety inspections and develop sustainable solutions.
• Investigate incidents and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Provide mentoring to other safety professionals.

Skills

Construction and general industry safety regulations

Data analysis and interpretation

Strong oral and written communication skills

Coaching and mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

TapRoot

Cause Mapping

Fishbone

Five whys

Job description

Job Title

Sr. Safety Specialist

Workplace Flexibility

Onsite

Legal Entity

Entergy Services, LLC

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 accomplished through conducting risk assessments, safety analyses, job site reviews, and coaching. The senior and lead safety specialists will be expected to show leadership and mentorship capabilities with Entergy’s employees and contract partners.

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.
• Lead, plan and schedule field and site inspections, document deficiencies, and develop sustainable solutions to prevent repeat findings.
• Lead the incident investigation process including root cause analysis and identification of corrective actions.
• Set and 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.
• Provide mentoring to other safety professionals.
• Take an active role in the planning of upcoming work to help identify potential safety issues and solutions.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Education

• Safety Specialist Senior: Bachelor Preferred
• Safety Specialist Lead: Bachelor Preferred

Minimum Experience

• Safety Specialist Senior: 6-10 years industry experience with a minimum of 3 years in safety
• Safety Specialist Lead: 10+ years industry experience with a minimum of 4 years in safety

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.

Certificates, Licenses, Etc.

• Safety Specialist Senior:
  • Required: ASP/CUSP/OSHA500 or equivalent
• Safety Specialist Lead:
  • Required: ASP/CSP/SMS/CUSP/CIH or equivalent

Primary Location

Texas - Willis Texas : Willis

Job Function

Field & Skilled Trade

FLSA Status

Professional

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.