Section Manager - EH&S Electric Operations (Brooklyn/Queens)

Overview

The Section Manager will be responsible for developing and leading the implementation of strategies to ensure Electric Operations operates in full compliance with applicable federal, state and local environmental, health and safety regulations and standards, as well as Company policies, procedures and protocols. The Section Manager will also facilitate efforts in Electric Operations to achieve a zero-harm culture. The Section Manager will serve as the operating organization's central source for all environmental, health and safety information including applicable governmental codes and regulations as well as Company policies, procedures and programs, and will develop plans, programs and strategies to ensure that we effectively protect workers, the general public and the environment from hazards associated with Company operations and activities. The Section Manager will function as the operating organization's liaison with other corporate departments, operating organizations, senior level management and regulatory agencies regarding environmental, health and safety matters.

- Manage the team overseeing day-to-day EH&S functions such as site and field visits, job site safety discussions, lead critical incident review meetings for the organization.

- Gain a thorough understanding of the Operating Organization's Procedures related to Environmental, Health, and Safety requirements specific to Electric Operations.

- Identify opportunities for enhancing safety to achieve a zero-harm workplace.

- Set and apply EH&S standards, criteria, and goals with the operating team in the region.

- Create strategies and guidelines that protect workers, local communities, and the environment from potential hazards linked to company operations.

- Oversee EH&S incidents using Maximo and the Safety Leadership System, and maintain data for weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting.

- Promote and uphold a culture of honesty, integrity, and transparency regarding environmental, health, and safety matters within both the Team and the Electric Operation Organization.

- Respond to emergencies during work hours and outside of work hours.

- Act as an organization's spokesperson with agencies including the NYSDEC, NYCDEP, USCG, NYFD, USEPA and OSHA. Keep senior management informed of significant EH&S-related events.

Qualifications

Required Education/Experience

- Bachelor's Degree and 8 years related experience or

- Master's Degree and 6 years related experience

Preferred Education/Experience

- Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Safety, Engineering, Physical Science, or a related field and 8 years (including 3 years of relevant EH&S experience) Related work experience in EH&S, Electric Transmission/Distribution, System Operations, Power Generation/Steam Operations, Construction or Substation Operations.

- Master's Degree in Environmental Science, Safety, Engineering, Physical Science, Business or a related field and 6 years (including 3 years of EH&S experience) Related work experience in EH&S or Operations.

Relevant Work Experience

- Must have 6 to 10 years related experience, required.

- Supervisory and/or managerial experience, required.

- Demonstrated ability to obtain results, required.

- Must successfully complete training in the Corporate EH&S Procedures within two (2) years of assignment, required.

- Must be highly motivated individual, demonstrate a strong Commitment to Excellence, and understand the vital importance of personal accountability, required.

- Ability to successfully complete multiple tasks without compromising quality or timelines, required.

- Must be able to develop concepts into successful safety and environmental programs, required.

- Ability to effectively interact with customers, support staff, regulatory agencies, and various levels of management, required.

- Initiate and champion change and have the ability to influence and persuade others in order to improve work practices/processes, required.

- Must be able to deliver exemplary customer service and develop a team spirited work environment in support of Con Edison's Corporate Values, required.

- Must demonstrate proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets and/or an ability to quickly become proficient with database packages including Microsoft Office (including Teams), EMIS, SHIMS, and Maximo, required.

Skills and Abilities

- Ability to lead/manage others

- Strong written and verbal communication skills

- Demonstrated customer service skills

- Instills commitment to organizational goals

- Excellent organizational skills

- Effective leadership skills

- Excellent collaboration and team building skills

Licenses and Certifications

- Driver's License Required

Physical Demands

- Ability to respond to system emergencies

- Able to work in all weather conditions, i.e. excessive heat and/or cold

- Ability to climb ladders and stairs

- Ability to work in inclement weather and adverse conditions (i.e., excessive heat, cold, noise, confined spaces)

- Ability to travel to company locations to work on storm restoration and heat contingencies

- Wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), i.e. fire-retardant clothing and safety harnesses

Additional Physical Demands

- The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.

- The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.