Senior Health & Safety Specialist

Summary

Involves developing, implementing, and monitoring Health and Safety programs and policies to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local health, and safety regulations, and to ensure a safe and sustainable workplace.
 
Serves as the Subject Matter Expert for all Safety programs including but not limited to: Hazardous Energy Control, Confined Enclosed Spaces, Fall Protection, Slip Trip & Fall Protection, Machine Guarding, Power Industrial Trucks, Walking Working Surfaces, Scaffolding, Work Platforms, Excavation Trenching and Shoring, Hot Work, Fall Protection, etc. Develops and implements health and safety policies and procedures. Conducts risk assessments and coordinates with state agency & insurer inspections. Manages the Occupational Health and Safety Program. Investigates accidents and incidents. Provides training and guidance on health and safety issues. Monitors compliance with health and safety legislation. Promotes health and safety in the workplace. #LI-CJ1

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of applicable health & safety regulations, standards, guidelines, etc. and their applicability to NYPA’s goals
• Review and interpret polices & procedures, regulations, standards & guidelines for dissemination to appropriate corporate and site personnel
• Provide interpretation and guidance of third-party submittals (i.e., review documents/specifications (HASPs) submitted by other departments for planned &/or ongoing work)
• Visit all NYPA locations to assist in maintaining compliance
• Develop strategies for achieving/maintaining compliance with applicable regulations, statutes, and standards

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough understanding of OSHA/PESH Injury & Illness Recordkeeping and Reporting requirements
• Knowledge of, and experience with, workplace hazards (utility-specific hazards) as related to employee health and safety
• Ability to work on multiple projects/efforts concurrently is essential
• Capability to develop and present business case(s) for program initiatives
• Strong planning skills, and ability to develop and implement work plans that meet corporate and site goals, achieve objectives on schedule

Education, Experience and Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree required 
• 7 or more years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Maintain certifications and proficiencies necessary Strong knowledge of OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration), DOSH (Department of Occupational Safety & Health), NFPA (National Fire Protection Association)
• Certifications and licensures needed to meet Energy industry, federal, state, or local regulations such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or ASP (Associate Safety Professional) preferred

Physical Requirements

• Up to 40% travel primarily within NY State
• Physical ability to access Authority facilities is necessary on a routine basis
• Ability to enter confined spaces and areas with limited access
• Ability to work from height and travel distances as well as stairs by foot
• Ability to stand long periods of time in all types of weather; exposure to heat, cold, noise, wind and general nuisance air conditions
• Valid Drivers license  
• Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces
• Must be able to see and respond to dangerous situations
• Must be able to wear personal protective gear and respirator