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CenterPoint Energy Senior Safety Specialist – Newburgh, IN in Newburgh, Indiana
412691BR
Auto req ID:
412691BR
Company:
CenterPoint Energy
Job Code:
Environmental Health and Safety
Job Description:
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CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.
Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.
Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.
At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.
Job Summary
This position is responsible for assisting in the implementation of the Company’s safety program. Assists in the identification, evaluation and establishment of programs and processes that will help identify hazards and mitigate corresponding risk to establish and maintain a safe workplace in compliance with applicable regulations and laws issued by state and federal agencies. Performs safety role to ensure employees are provided the knowledge and skills to work safely; to adhere to the applicable safety regulations and company procedures; and to use all tools, materials and equipment in an efficient, effective and safe manner.
Essential Functions
Promotes proactive and preventive safety activities by observing, analyzing, encouraging safe work behaviors and correcting unsafe conditions
Provides safety technical support and coaching for leadership and employees.
Conducts safety presentations and training to support compliance with safety regulations and the consistent application of safe behaviors by business support and field operations employees.
Conducts regular safety reviews and inspections. Provides feedback to Corporate and Electric Operations management.
Conducts incident investigations to determine root cause(s), and documents the findings in the incident management system.
Develops technical reports and documents, which include investigation reports, lessons learned documents, policies, and programs.
Performs scheduled and ad hoc safety audits of employees, equipment and facilities.
Interprets regulations (City, County, State, Federal) for applicability to work processes, facilities, equipment and materials to support company compliance.
Must demonstrate commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations, the Company’s Ethics and Compliance Code, and other Company policies and procedures, and successfully complete all required training courses.
Compiles, submits and maintains required documentation and reports to support compliance with OSHA and other regulatory agencies.
Acts as subject matter expert on safety for general industrial safety and electric utility work.
Responds to emergency situations as needed to support the business and participates in incident investigations to determine root cause(s) and recommend corrective actions where appropriate.
Supports the Behavior-Based Safety process by conducting safety observations and assisting management with reporting and development of action plans to address unsafe conditions and work performance.
Position Title:
Senior Safety Specialist – Newburgh, IN
Job Category:
Operations
Minimum Education Required:
Bachelors
City*:
Newburgh
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities:
Education Description
Bachelor's degree required in Safety or related technical field from an accredited college or university.
Will consider relevant job-related experience for non-degree candidates where two (2) years of experience may be substituted for one (1) year of education.
Experience
Minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience required in electric/gas utility, oil/gas, heavy industrial or energy field or related industry.
Safety certification preferred, but not required.
State*:
Indiana