Safety and Security Manager

EKPC Company Information

Located in the heart of the Bluegrass state, East Kentucky Power Cooperative is a not-for-profit generation and transmission (G&T) electric utility with headquarters in Winchester, KY which is just a short distance from Lexington. Our cooperative has a vital mission: to safely generate and deliver reliable, affordable and sustainable energy to our 16 owner-member cooperatives serving more than 1 million Kentuckians across 87 counties. We're leaders in environmental stewardship and we're committed to provide power to improve the lives of people in Kentucky.

As passionate as we are about providing smart energy solutions, we are equally excited about people. We strive to cultivate connected workplaces where great ideas are born and rewarding careers are built.

EKPC offers a wage and benefits package that ranks among the best in the state. There is no waiting period on our medical, dental and vision insurance plans so you are covered on day one, and the dental plan is free for employees. Our generous 401(k) retirement plan allows employees to start contributing to their plan after a month of service, and after 3 months of service, EKPC will automatically contribute 6.5% of base wages AND match employee contributions up to 4.5%. Our competitive vacation and sick leave package starts day one to allow for flexibly and a healthy work-life balance.

For more information on our plentiful benefits package visit our website at https://www.ekpc.coop/work-ekpc

EKPC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

This position will be based out of our Headquarters location located in Winchester, KY but statewide travel to our production facilities and services centers will be required.

Key Roles

This position is responsible for overseeing all aspects, activities, and programs related to corporate safety and security. This includes providing effective leadership and maintaining accountability for all assigned areas.

Key Responsibilities

All Areas

• Manages all safety and security activities throughout the organization; ensures optimum use of equipment, facilities, funds, and personnel.
• Maintains liaison with outside organizations and subject experts in the areas of safety and security.
• Remains current in related areas by reviewing technical publications and participating in professional organizations to update knowledge in safety and security management.
• Participates in various state and national meetings, conferences, and seminars in the areas of safety and security.
• Provides leadership and maintains accountability for all assigned areas including managing and administering policies, providing clear direction and evaluating performance of the work group, and utilizing resources to meet the needs of the organization (using skills of work group as well as setting goals, administering budgets, and monitoring costs).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Safety

• Manages and implements strategic initiatives designed to reduce or eliminate occupational injuries, illnesses, deaths, and financial losses.
• Develops incident prevention and loss control systems and programs for incorporation into operational policies.
• Develops programs to ensure management takes actions needed to raise employee awareness of risk and to reduce, avoid, and protect employees from hazards in the workplace, including occupational illness or disease.
• Investigates major incidents or problem areas; makes recommendations for future improvements.
• Conducts research to identify hazards and evaluate loss producing potential of given system, operation, or process.
• Compiles, analyzes, and interprets statistical data related to exposure factors concerning occupational illnesses and injuries, and prepares reports for information of leadership and general employees.
• Provides support to the CEO and the Central Safety Committee in all safety related areas; prepares monthly reports for the Committee and the Board of Directors.
• Oversees Safety Process Improvement Teams; provides guidance and support to team leads and executive sponsors.
• Represents EKPC on the KEC Safety Subcommittee and KY Lineman Rodeo Committee.
• Manages participation in OSHA inspections, provides requested documents, and identifies safety measures to mitigate citations and/or fines.
• Ensures compliance of safety standards with various government agencies and other organizations (i.e., OSHA, PSC, DOT, NEC, NESC, ANSI, etc.).
• Monitors periodic performance reports for trends and conditions, and implements or recommends corrective actions.
• Informs management and employees of safety performance as related to corporate goals.
• Monitors and provides feedback on safety awareness, incident prevention, and safety training program.
• Proactively identifies workplace hazards and develops solutions to mitigate.
• Monitors and assists HR department in worker's compensation administration by providing documentation and direction in determining whether incidents are work related and/or recordable in accordance with OSHA criteria.

Security

• Ensures development, implementation, and administration of corporate security.
• Designs, implements, and directs policies and strategies of corporate security, including internal investigations, workplace violence, and external security contract management.
• Works with regulatory and compliance to ensure CIP Physical Security standards are met or exceeded, ensuring not only technical compliance, but also effective documentation of the required compliance evidence.
• Assists with NERC and CIP security audits, providing documentation and verification of compliance.
• Maintains close oversight of all security requirements providing preplanning intelligence information to appropriate personnel.
• Coordinates ongoing review of existing security programs and initiates the development of new programs, as needed, at all facilities.
• Provides consulting support and work direction to external security contract; makes recommendations for improvements or enhancements to security systems.
• Functions as a project leader on multidisciplinary teams related to security areas by reviewing issues, implementing changes, and monitoring solutions; maintains close communication with management on projects and responds to requests for support.

Key Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in related area. An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Loss Control Professional (CLCP), or equivalent certification preferred.
• Must acquire OSHA 10-hour and 30-hour certification within one year.
• Must be certified to instruct CPR and first aid classes.

Experience:

• Ten (10) years of related experience. Must have at least five (5) years of supervisory experience in a related area.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong leadership skills with proven ability to manage, develop, and motivate staff.
• Thorough knowledge of safety and regulatory requirements (OSHA, PSC, DOT, NEC, NESC, ANSI, etc.).
• Proficient in first aid and a strong understanding of emergency procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of worker's compensation laws and regulations.
• Ability to conduct thorough investigations and inspections.
• Ability to proactively identify workplaces hazards and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with ability to effectively work with a variety of personnel at all levels of the organization, including external contacts.
• Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills, including public speaking and ability to effectively train others.
• Ability to effectively communicate in crisis and non-crisis situations.
• Provides thorough and timely communication to leadership, staff, and stakeholders.
• Strong customer relations orientation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.
• Excellent attention to detail, documentation, planning, and organization skills required.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/multiple priorities with frequent interruptions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software.
• Always maintains confidentiality and uses appropriate discretion in discussing confidential issues.

Competencies

• Safety Awareness
• Building Strategic Working Relationships
• Decision Making
• Adaptability
• Customer Focus

Working Conditions

• This position is exposed to a combination of office and field/plant environments. Normal conditions apply to the office environment. The field/plant environments may include noise, extreme heat, extreme cold, slippery or unstable surfaces, and uneven terrain.
• Requires occasional lifting over fifty (50) pounds.
• Must be medically certified to wear respiratory protection.
• Must be able to appropriately don a respirator which would include no facial hair at the sealing surface.
• Must maintain valid driver’s license.
• Requires regular travel/visits to plant and field locations.
• Ability and willingness to carry a cell phone, be on-call, and/or respond to calls 24/7.
• Ability and willingness to work beyond normal office hours.
• Must wear personal protective equipment as appropriate.