Safety & Health Specialist I, II, Sr

Job Summary:

The purpose of this position is to ensure Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) compliance, focusing on occupational safety programs. Responsible for managing and administering company policies and procedures to support Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, other local/state/federal EHS regulations, and industry best practices to ensure compliance across regionalized Southern Company Gas employee work groups and territories (including non-reg). 

Qualifications

Education, Certifications/Licenses:

Required:

•BA/BS degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering or other related technical or science degree or equivalent combination of education or experience in Health and Safety Management, or equivalent of time and experience in a compliance related field.

Preferred: 

Certification such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist), PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent

Related Work Experience:

Specialist I, Safety & Health

Required:

• Minimum of 1-2 years experience in occupational safety, motor vehicle safety, process/contractor safety, and/or industrial hygiene
• Working knowledge of OSHA/DOT regulations and programs
• Implements safety programs and initiatives to field operations employees/contractors
• Utilizes compliance software systems and databases
• Develops and conducts safety related training and presentations
• Presents safety related data and proposed action plans to leadership to improve safety performance

OR:

• Equivalent academic education and experience

Specialist II, Safety & Health

Required:

• Minimum of 2-4 years experience in occupational safety, motor vehicle safety, process/contractor safety, and/or industrial hygiene
• Working knowledge of OSHA/DOT regulations and programs
• Implements safety programs and initiatives to field operations employees/contractors
• Utilizes compliance software systems and databases
• Develops and conducts safety related training and presentations
• Presents safety related data and proposed action plans to leadership to improve safety performance

OR:

• Equivalent academic education and experience

Specialist Sr., Safety & Health

Required:

• Minimum of 4-6 years experience in occupational safety, motor vehicle safety, process/contractor safety, and/or industrial hygiene
• Working knowledge of OSHA/DOT regulations and programs
• Implements safety programs and initiatives to field operations employees/contractors
• Utilizes compliance software systems and databases
• Develops and conducts safety related training and presentations
• Presents safety related data and proposed action plans to leadership to improve safety performance

OR:

• Equivalent academic education and experience

Specific Skills & Knowledge:

Specialist I, Safety & Health

Required:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of safe work practices and procedures
• MS Office Suite - intermediate proficiency, ability to learn other databases and technology tools quickly
• Project management skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects with limited supervision
• Ability to understand and analyze legislation and regulation and translate into corporate summaries and policy 
• Competency to work independently, to be a self-starter, and take initiative
• Strong presentation and team facilitation skills

Specialist II, Safety & Health

Required:

• Ability to manage multiple projects with limited supervision
• Ability to understand and analyze legislation and regulation and translate into corporate summaries and policy 
• Strong leadership skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of safe work practices and procedures
• Strong presentation and team facilitation skills
• MS Office Suite – intermediate proficiency, ability to learn other databases and technology tools quickly
• Project management skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Competency to work independently, to be a self-starter, and take initiative
• Ability to implement Safety Culture programs to improve safety performance

Specialist Sr., Safety & Health 

Required:

• Ability to manage multiple projects with limited supervision
• Ability to understand and analyze legislation and regulation and translate into corporate summaries and policy
• Strong leadership skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate to all levels of the organization
• Knowledge of safe work practices and procedures
• Strong presentation and team facilitation skills
• MS Office Suite – advanced proficiency, ability to learn other databases and technology tools quickly
• Project management skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Competency to work independently, to be a self-starter, and take initiative
• Strong competence in implementation of Safety Culture programs to improve safety performance

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• Travel requirements: 20-50% local and overnight air travel. 
• On-call duties: Ability to respond to urgent EHS issues when contacted.
• Physical demands: Prolonged Standing or Walking: This position requires frequently prolonged standing and/or walking. 
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.
• Work environment: office environment and may be exposed to varying outdoor weather conditions when working with field operations, conducting facility inspections, facilitating assessments, etc.
• Shift work: Ability to work day and night shift may be required.