Manager, EHS

Energize your future by joining our team at Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative (NOVEC)! NOVEC's mission is to create value for its members, employees and communities by providing safe, reliable electricity and quality products at competitive prices.

NOVEC is a locally owned electric distribution system headquartered in Manassas, VA. NOVEC provides reliable electric service to more than 180,000 homes and businesses in Clarke, Fairfax, Fauquier, Loudoun, Prince William and Stafford counties, the City of Manassas Park, and the Town of Clifton. NOVEC's service reliability is the best in the region with a 99.99% average system reliability.

As a leader on the high-tech frontier, NOVEC is using proven, cost-effective technology to improve productivity and reliability, reduce expenses, and increase cybersecurity – a national priority. Today’s technology includes what the industry calls "smart grid", as well as fiber optics, and mobile workforce.

OVERVIEW:

Manages schedules and assignments to monitor the daily activities of the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) department, ensuring a high level of customer service. Responsible for leading, managing, and modifying as needed all company EHS initiatives and programs to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and NOVEC safety regulations, guidelines, and Security protocols, and reporting requirements. Coordinates the NOVEC disability management program. Researches, develops, write, revise, and disseminate policies and procedures as required or needed. Monitors and maintains NOVEC’s corporate security system.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other related duties may be assigned. An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and effectively. Reasonable accommodation may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Responsible for the management, development, modification, and maintenance of the NOVEC worker safety program that strives for an accident-free work environment provides comprehensive training for workers, always remains compliant with mandated regulatory requirements and NOVEC safety programs, and maintains accurate and complete recordkeeping of all safety related activities including worker training, accident investigations, periodic safety metrics reports and submission to government entities.

• Develops, implements, and promotes company-wide security and safety plans, policies, and programs, including fire, security, and life safety systems.
• Leads in the development of strategies and tactics to continuously enhance NOVEC’s safety programs to reduce risk, raise safety awareness, and improve worker safety.
• Serves as the subject matter expert in the areas of safety and health and provides expert opinions on matters relating to state and federal mandated regulations and requirements, particularly on matters pertaining to OSHA, NESC, DOT, NPGA, NFPA, etc.
• Represents NOVEC as a subject matter expert on matters relating to safety with government entities having jurisdiction over regulatory compliance for safety. Develops, analyzes reports, and submits to government entities and authorities having jurisdiction in matters relating to safety. Conducts safety assessments and audits to determine compliance with mandated requirements and to identify improvements and enhancements to current safety practices and programs.
• Develops and recommends to NOVEC executive management safety goals and new safety initiatives and programs.
• Manages all updates and modifications to the existing NOVEC Safety Manual, and all safety guidelines, procedures, and training materials.
• Develops Emergency Action Plans for all NOVEC facilities and coordinates with local emergency services to ensure NOVEC complies with their requirements.
• Addresses environmental issues by identifying both short-term and long-term areas that require attention, providing pertinent information and commentary to inform deliberations, recommending options and courses of action, and implementing directives.
• Creates, maintains, and submits monthly safety reports to NOVEC management.
• Researches, develops, writes, revises, and disseminates policies and procedures as required or needed.
• Evaluates and analyzes compliance management for state and federal regulations.
• Develops and maintains tools to track and analyze safety training-related Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Manages the Safety team and all occupational health and safety consultants who are responsible for ensuring safety goals and objectives are aligned with NOVEC.
• Maintains a close relationship with all levels of management to implement and maintain an effective and constructive Safety Program, including a visible presence at work locations.
• Utilizes all available resources to accomplish desired results. This includes establishing and implementing safety committees, as well as recognition/reward programs.
• Works with the Safety team to plan, develop, implement, and administer accident prevention and job training.
• Handles and maintains integrity and confidentiality of highly sensitive human resource and management information.
• Applies learnings from accident and near-miss investigations to develop training material, work method improvements, human performance improvements, and effective safety policy.
• Applies formal accident investigation processes (Root Cause Analysis) to determine personal and organizational causes of accidents and injuries. Able to facilitate discussions related to detailed or complex work events.
• Manages the oversight of jobsite work/equipment inspections.
• Identifies and anticipates safety and health concerns and hazards by surveying operational and occupational conditions; rendering an opinion on new equipment and procedures; investigating violations; and recommending preventative programs.
• Contributes to the overall strategic plan.
• Review and Develop Environmental policies and procedures.
• Provides leadership within the department to ensure required human resource administration-staffing, training, coaching, development, work assignments, performance management, goals and objectives, and compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Works continually towards self-development to maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices, and participating in professional societies.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Business, Security Management, Criminal Justice, or related field from an accredited institution and/or training in environmental program management is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 7-10 years of related experience is required.
• Preferred certifications include Certified Utility Safety Professional or Administrator, Advanced Safety Certificate, and First Aid/CPR.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated ability to function independently in a multi-task environment, as well as part of a team.
• Demonstrated knowledge of all company policies and procedures as well as all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Demonstrated knowledge of general financial principles, budget management, and mathematical skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency with general computer operation and Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with all levels within the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate and meet rapidly changing regulatory requirements and business needs by quickly refocusing and realigning strategic and operational direction.
• Demonstrated ability to plan over short and long-term periods.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and conduct compliance audits and accident investigations.
• Demonstrated ability to use available resources to deliver training to members of the organization.
• Demonstrated Technical research, knowledge of security, life safety, and fire systems conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated Crisis Management, conflict resolution, investigative, interviewing, and interrogation skills.
• Knowledge of computer and telecommunications security functionality and requirements.
• A demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others. Ability to develop and motivate a team. Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to think ahead and plan over a short and long-term focus.
• Knowledge of human resources administration to manage employees’ work, conduct performance reviews, develop goals and objectives, and assure compliance with policies and procedures.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive salary and Incentive plan
• Premier health benefits, including an onsite wellness center.
• Survivor and Disability benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% base salary match and an additional match of your contribution at a rate of 50% up to the first 12%
• Life insurance
• Vacation, Sick and Holiday Leave
• Educational Assistance
• Annual Company Events

If you're ready to take the next step towards advancing your career, apply today! NOVEC is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify. We do not provide sponsorship for this position.