Sr. Safety Specialist Westwego, LA

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Job Summary/Purpose

All members of Entergys safety function will be expected to own safety work to prevent incidents and seek to improve with the understanding that zero harm is possible. This position is tasked with examining the workplace/worksite for environmental or physical factors that could affect employee and/or contract partner health safety comfort and performance. Ensuring the workplace/worksite is as safe as possible accomplished through conducting risk assessments safety analyses job site reviews and coaching. The senior and lead safety specialists will be expected to show leadership and mentorship capabilities with Entergys employees and contract partners.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of safety programs in accordance with management system elements.
Conduct training as necessary to ensure applicable rules procedures and expectations are understood.
Conduct engagements and observations with employees and contract partners providing immediate coaching on safe and unsafe conditions observed.
Lead plan and schedule field and site inspections document deficiencies and develop sustainable solutions to prevent repeat findings.
Lead the incident investigation process including root cause analysis and identification of corrective actions.
Set and reinforce safe work expectations in accordance with applicable laws rules procedures and expectations.
Review safety related data and metrics to identify trends and recommend corrective actions to address any issues identified.
Stop work if there is any unsafe condition.
Provide mentoring to other safety professionals.
Take an active role in the planning of upcoming work to help identify potential safety issues and solutions.

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Education:

Safety Specialist Senior: Bachelor Preferred
Safety Specialist Lead: Bachelor Preferred
Minimum Experience:

Safety Specialist Senior: 6-10 years industry experience with a minimum of 3 year in safety
Safety Specialist Lead: 10 years industry experience with a minimum of 4 years in safety
Minimum knowledge skills and abilities

Working knowledge of construction and general industry safety regulations.
Ability to observe and engage with employees and contract partners.
Investigation/RCA with tools such as TapRoot Cause Mapping Fishbone Five whys etc.
Skilled in analyzing and interpreting data to identify trends.
Ability to interact with customers and members of the public in a pleasant and tactful manner.
Ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to work irregular hours and out of town assignments as required.
Any Certificates Licenses etc.:

Safety Specialist Senior:
Required: ASP/CUSP/OSHA500 or equivalent
Safety Specialist Lead:
Required: ASP/CSP/SMS/CUSP/CIH or equivalent
Primary Location: Louisiana-Westwego Louisiana : Westwego
Job Function: Field & Skilled Trade
FLSA Status: Professional
Relocation Option:
Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT
Number of Openings: 1
Travel Percentage:Up to 25%