EHS Specialist Canals East

Summary

Involves developing implementing and monitoring environmental and safety programs and policies to ensure compliance with federal state and local environmental health and safety regulations and to ensure a safe and sustainable workplace

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 which is about preventing injury from all incidental dangers that may arise within the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and maintains liaison with emergency service organizations.
• Facilitate root cause investigations on accidents and near-misses. Develop actions to prevent reoccurrence.
• Review safety plans for contracted projects
• Coordinate site Safety Committees monthly meetings.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of federal state and local regulations and guidelines concerning health & safety working knowledge of Workers Compensation law and return-to-work policy.
• Keep informed of technical and business trends both internal and external and their applicability to the achievement of NYPAs goals.
• Thorough knowledge of power generation and transmission systems and components.
• Must possess strong written and verbal skills to further NYPAs position in the public sector.
• The incumbent as the proponent of health & safety performance beyond compliance must be able to champion the effort with all levels of the Authority.
• Prepares and maintains appropriate written compliance programs; communicates same to employees.
• Takes a proactive approach to analyzing problems and recommends corrective action.

Education Experience and Certifications

• Bachelors degree required
• Minimum 5 years of experience
• Minimum 2 years experienceimplementing an employee health and safety program.
• Maintain certifications and proficiencies necessary
• Working knowledge of OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) DOSH (Department of Occupational Safety & Health) NFPA (National Fire Protection Association).

Physical Requirements

• Up to 20% 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