Senior Safety Specialist

Job Description

At Hydro we work to foster positive work-life balance and offer remote or hybrid working arrangements for some positions based on the nature of work being performed and an assessment of other relevant factors. Opportunities, Growth, Job Satisfaction...Join the Hydro Team. Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro is focused on delivering safe, reliable service to power our customers. We are a company of people who work hard behind the scenes for our customers, the people and businesses of this province. We pride ourselves on being strong and steady, tried and true; while innovating in our approaches to our business. We value our employees, we take care of each other, we recognize excellence, we respect individuality and we work hard to create an inclusive and welcoming workplace. People who work at Hydro feel like they’re part of a community and we give back to the communities where we live and work to make them stronger. We’re looking for passionate and performance focused people – people who want to make a difference for our customers and who share our values. Senior Safety, Health and Environment Advisor Competition #: NLH-RE-24-002 Status: Permanent Location: Bishop’s Falls Reporting to the Manager, Safety Health & Environment, Transmission and Rural Operations, you will be required to provide oversight, leadership, professional and technical support in the development, implementation, administration and evaluation of all components of the Safety Health and Environment programs. You will also be expected to exercise a considerable amount of personal initiative and judgment. The Senior Safety, Health and Environment Advisor will provide a strong field presence, promote and provide guidance on safety, health and environmental programs to ensure implementation of these programs and verify compliance. The incumbent shall promote an interdependent safety culture, which will enable the achievement of world class safety performance and demonstrate Power Supply’s commitment to be a safety leader. You will be responsible for the coordination and instruction in Safety, Health and Environment training programs in Transmission and Rural Operations for Island region (TROI). You will be expected to provide input into the development and implementation of technical, safety, health and environment programs. You will also act as the initial point of contact for safety, health and environment matters within TROI. You will be expected to provide a strong field presence within TROI, by providing direction and advice on safety, health and environmental programs and monitors legislative compliance. You will provide direction to operations managers/supervisors at the Departmental/Regional/Plant level on such safety programs as work methods, fall protection, confined space, electrical safety and coordinate the development, implementation and administration of these programs to ensure processes are in place to verify compliance with internal programs and applicable regulations. You will support in the development and maintenance of the Corporate Safety Management System and assist in the development of Transmission and Rural Operations level programs, processes and strategies which promote an interdependent safety culture and which will enable the achievement of world class safety performance. You will support the maintenance of the Corporate Environmental Management System and provide support regionally with respect to operational controls and field support. Job Requirements: To excel in this position you will need to bring the following: Bachelor Degree in Science or Engineering; or graduation from technical college with a technology related degree. Trades person (Electrical, Mechanical or line worker preferred) or Technologist (Electrical, Electronic or Mechanical preferred) Minimum of 8 years progressively responsible experience, beyond attainment of the educational requirements, including extensive experience in the electric utility operation Must be certified or be eligible for certification as a Canadian registered Safety professional (CRSP) Knowledge of current and emerging issues and trends impacting the utility industry and extensive knowledge and experience in stations, generating plants and line maintenance would be an asset Effective written and verbal skills Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with a variety of personnel, and other industry participants, both internal and external is a must Demonstrated ability to design, plan, and deliver programs to large and small groups Demonstrated experience within a team environment Proficient use of computer software in preparation of monthly reports, audit reports and survey results You must possess and maintain an appropriate valid driver’s license Travel will be required Consideration maybe given to applicants with other levels of education combined with specialized training in occupational health and safety and demonstrated occupational health and safety knowledge and experience. CLOSING DATE: January 16, 2024 Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro manages our province’s electricity system. We are a company of people who work hard behind the scenes because we know our customers are counting on us. Through our generation, transmission and distribution operations, we’re committed to meeting the needs of our customers and providing residents, businesses and communities across the province with safe, reliable power. For more information, visit www.nlhydro.com . Our company values diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from diverse candidates, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities. Submit your application online. Please quote the competition number with your application. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.