Description
The Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Specialist, B&W Solar Energy is responsible for implementing EHS programs at a local (site) level. This position will partner with local management, salaried, and hourly employees to ensure local EHS compliance and implementation of the B&W Solar Energy EHS Management System.
•Implement EHS policies, procedures, and best practices at a site level
•Develop and deliver EHS training to salaried and hourly employees
•Collect, evaluate, analyze, and manage EHS data as required by company policy and local permitting requirements
•Implement a hazard identification, evaluation, and controls program to minimize risk of exposure and potential injuries
•Facilitate local EHS Leadership Team
•Facilitate the development of local EHS Business Plans which identify proactive activities that drive process improvements and a reduction of incidents
•Maintain EHS compliance, specifically environmental permits, and submit routine reports to regulatory agencies
•Interface with regulatory agencies as required
•Facilitate/lead incident investigations as required by company policy
•Initiate Serious Incident Review (SIR) process
•These duties are not meant to be all inclusive and other duties may be assigned.
Qualifications
•Degree in engineering, Occupational Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental Affairs or related field or directly applicable experience within the renewable energy industry or EHS in lieu of a degree
•Minimum of 2 years' experience in Environmental Health & Safety within a construction, manufacturing, or industrial setting
•Ability to travel up to 80%, with some on short notice.
•Strong project management experience and skills.
•Ability to solve problems dealing with multiple variables and limited standardization.
•Work well under pressure from job demands, multi-tasking ability essential.
•Knowledge of federal, state, and local EHS-related regulations/compliance requirements
•Maintain knowledge of current and emerging issues and trends in area of regulatory compliance
•Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook) and EHS data management software
•Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
•Ability to work independently, self-starter, and motivator
•High energy