NorthWestern Energy

Safety Professional

LocationMissoula, MT
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$55,600-$125,400

About This Job


Safety Professional


Work Location: Missoula, MT

Pay range: $55,600 to $125,400 per year

Safety Professional I - Starting Range: $55,600 - $83,400

Entry-level safety position. Bachelor's degree relevant to safety or related field required, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.

Safety Professional II - Starting Range: $64,800 - $97,200

Mid-level safety position. Must have utility experience, relevant safety expertise, or bachelor's degree relevant to safety. A certification is preferred (CHST, CUSP, GSP, etc.). Bachelor's degree in safety or related field required, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered

Safety Professional III - Starting Range: $74,300 - $111,500

Mid-to senior level safety position. Must have utility experience. A certification is required (CHST, CUSP, ASP, or CSP). A GSP designation does not fulfill this requirement. Bachelor's degree in safety or related field required, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered

Senior Safety Professional - Starting Range: $83,600 - $125,400

Senior level safety position. Must have utility experience. A PE license, CSP or CIH certification is required. Bachelor's degree in safety or related field required, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered


Employment Status: Regular Full-time


External candidates apply at northwesternenergy.com


Internal candidates apply through iConnect.


About this position:

The Safety Professional position monitors and ensures compliance with safety and health standards; promotes and impacts a positive safety culture; supports the general safety and health effort for all assigned areas; and, performs field environmental compliance activities.


We offer great benefits:

NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,500 amazing people and serve 775,300 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:

401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%
Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)
Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
Continued education reimbursement
Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
Paid parental leave
Paid bereavement leave
Paid training opportunities
Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays

Benefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.


About this job:

Support management in deployment of existing safety products, and programs; develop approaches to address safety and environmental issues
Identify safety and environmental challenges and interact closely with employees at all levels to solve these issues
Be actively involved in and provide expert opinions on the safety aspects of plans, procedures, practices, standards, specifications, and systems to achieve optimal control or reduction of hazards and exposures, which may harm people, property, and/or the environment
Track and maintain records related to safely and environmental issues, including field safety observations, safety accountability interviews, and hazard tracking and correction systems
Assist in the investigation/analysis of incidents and prepare reports and presentations
Ensure, through continuous worksite reviews and inspections, that workplace conditions comply with all applicable NorthWestern Energy safety requirements and government regulations
Develop effective safety training and safety meeting materials; facilitate delivery of this information to assigned areas to provide knowledge and skills necessary to recognize hazards and perform their jobs safely and effectively
Identify conditions and actions (through hazard evaluations and job safety analyses) that may cause injury, illness, or property damage; recommend corrective actions; track issues until resolved
Identify ergonomic issues; recommend and implement ergonomic solutions; follow up to ensure effectiveness
Maintain knowledge of current NorthWestern Energy safety requirements and applicable government regulations (OSHA, DOT, etc.)
Represent the Company with presentations to the general public, contractors, and emergency responders regarding the potential hazards of electricity and natural gas
Work up to 40% of the time in an outdoor environment, travel up to 40% of the time (driving), and stay overnight up to 30%
Perform individual lifts and carries office supplies up to 35 pounds
All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives

Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile:

Bachelor's Degree in the safety and health or a related field
Certification in safety (CSP) or industrial hygiene (CIH) preferred; must be willing to obtain in the future if not currently possessed. (Attainment date will be dependent on safety career path and will be specified by hiring supervisor)
Electric and natural gas utility experience preferred, but not required
Possess a valid driver's license
First Aid/CPR Certification (or ability to acquire)
Commitment to safe working practices and knowledge of safety policies/procedures
Demonstrate and maintain an excellent safety record


Requisition #4757

Posting Dates: May 12, 2025 through May 26, 2025


Department/Division: Safety


Employment Physical: Required


Drug Test: Required


Background Check: Required


Relocation Benefit: Negotiable


Telecommuting: None

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at 1-800-245-6977 or at job.inquiries@northwestern.com.

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