Eversource Energy

Senior Safety Advisor (Transmission Capital Projects)

Westwood, MA

$111,890-$124,320

On-site

Utilities

About This Job

Role and Scope of Position:

Support Eversource in the administration, development and improvement of the occupational safety and health programs within the Transmission Capital Projects Organization. Projects would include heavy civil construction and electrical infrastructure activities such as electrical substations construction/maintenance, trenching/excavation activities, construction/maintenance of new or existing overhead and underground transmission infrastructure, and other potential renewable energy projects. Serve as both a technical and internal management partner in the prevention of injuries and illnesses, ensuring regulatory compliance and incorporating best practices into Eversource’s safety management system. This position will assist Safety management in the execution of Transmission Capital Projects safety programs in Eversource territories (CT/MA/NH).

Essential Functions:

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Fulfills the role of Senior Advisor, Safety and:

+ Develops strategic and programmatic solutions to ensure compliance and incorporate best practices applicable to occupational safety and health programs, policies, rules, and regulations.

+ Provides program oversight and facilitation to the Safety and Transmission Capital Projects Organizations.

+ Develops, implements and monitors / assesses program(s) effectiveness.

+ Provides feedback to Safety Managers, ES Project Management on programmatic solutions to safety compliance and performance concerns.

+ Facilitates management of causal identification for program needs assessments and future program(s) developments.

+ Supports Safety Managers providing statistical analysis and data relevant to safety and health programs and acts on their behalf, as assigned.

+ Identifies and coordinates the execution of the necessary resources to successfully implement safety and health programs.

+ Provides support for storm restoration and emergency response up to and including supporting the safety branch director of the ICS system and emergency response plan.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skills:

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+ Requires specific knowledge of local and federal regulations (OSHA and DOT) safety laws, and State Departments of Public Safety requirements as they pertain to electric utility industries.

+ Knowledge of construction site safety is required.

+ Knowledge of OSHA regulations as well as sound safety management principles and practices.

+ Knowledge of Transmission and Distribution operations and associated electrical and civil construction practices and renewable energy practices is highly desired.

+ Strong oral and written communication skills and strong organizational skills;

+ Strong project leadership skills;

+ Willingness to work independently as well as with teams;

+ Willingness to build rapport/credibility with both management and the skilled craft workforce .

Education:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Project Management, Engineering or equivalent combined education and experience is required.

Experience:

+ Minimum of 5 years of related experience is required, with program management skills and safety experience highly desirable.

Licenses & Certifications:

+ Additional safety related training programs and certifications such as the National Safety Council’s Advanced Safety Certificate, Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred.

Working Conditions:

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Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.

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Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

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Must be available to travel occasionally beyond the assigned region to attend special meetings/training/conferences or during storm conditions.

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Must be available to work on-call on a rotating basis.

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This position is categorized as safety-sensitive for the purpose of drug testing. Successful applicants shall be subject to a pre-assignment drug test if the individual is currently in a non-safety sensitive position. As an employee in this position the individual shall be subject to random drug testing. A positive drug test will result in disciplinary action.

Mental Aspects:

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Work includes analyzing, consulting, designing, implementing, training, presenting and coordinating.

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This role works in an environment that often requires the performance of multiple simultaneous activities, where deadlines need to be met and work is performed under pressure while involving significant business commitments and results.

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Must be able to clearly articulate job and safety related information to employees and to effectively address performance issues in a constructive manner.

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is:

$111,890.00-$124,320.00

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1 Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement:

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.