Sr HSSE Operations & Project Execution Associate - West

Sr HSSE Operations & Project Execution Associate - West

Location(s):
Alpaugh, CA, US, 93201;
Ventasso, CA, US, 92020;
Calexico, CA, US, 92231;
Wistaria Ranch Solar, CA, US, 92231

RWE Clean Energy, LLC

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Health, Safety & Environment

Remuneration: Exempt

The Sr HSSE Operations & Project Execution Associate independently supports and implements the HSSE management system across projects and operations by ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements; promoting best practices; supporting KPI achievement; facilitating incident investigations; and effectively managing and reporting HSSE performance to protect people, partners, and the business.

• Promotes and ensures the health and safety of all employees, contractors, and subcontractors when working on RWECE facilities and projects
• Drives continuous improvement in HSSE within all operations, project execution, and functional departments of the company
• Frequently travels to facilities and projects within the assigned region; greater than 50% of the time
• Conducts investigations, prepares & submits reports and updates to the KPA Flex system
• Partners with Operations, Project Execution, and Engineering on the development of Corrective Actions for incidents and events through closure
• Maintains, monitors, and reports HSSE performance metrics, statistics, records, and injury reports (OSHA 300) in a timely manner, using automated record-keeping systems for the assigned region
• Performs and documents Wind/Solar/Battery Operations, Project execution audits, inspections, and technical assessments/observations
• Leads the implementation and monitoring of HSSE programs across a portfolio of sites within a designated region or technology type.
• Delivers HSSE training on topics such as lockout/tagout, confined space entry, working at heights, and hazard communication.
• Actively participates in Operation, Project Execution, Project Development, and Engineering meetings

• An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health, Construction Safety, and/or Environmental Science, or a related field is required
• Professional certifications preferred
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in lieu of a degree is acceptable; other factors will be taken into consideration
• A minimum of 3 years of EHS experience applicable to operations, maintenance, and/or construction of power generation and related facilities (Wind/Solar/Battery)
• Working knowledge of federal OSHA and EPA, state OSHA/EPA, and labor standards for General and Construction industries, as well as the general principles of Industrial Safety and Industrial Hygiene
• Specific knowledge of local and state safety and environmental regulations is desirable
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, project implementation, and safety platforms
• Effectively engages peers from all levels of the organization to achieve a common vision, goals, and objectives for a safe working environment
• Performance orientation:
  Self-motivated to drive the business, increase performance, and deliver results
• Tactical and strategic thinking:
  Push boundaries to achieve goals, utilizing resources in a matrix organization to deliver a safe workplace
• Continuous improvement: innovative, identifies best practices and lessons learned to propel the organization
• Integration management:
  Ability to lead teams
• Working together:
  Ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams both internally and externally
• Communication skills:
  Ability to effectively communicate internally & externally within the chain of command and within his/her level of authority
• Open mindset: able to learn and act on feedback
• Hands‑on mentality:
  Actively involving him‑/herself, pragmatic and fact‑focused attitude
• Understanding of regulatory framework in different jurisdictions/markets
• Understanding of regulatory decision‑making procedures
• Understanding of business model, regulatory, and technical developments as well as potential implications
• Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically as needed to effectively perform the job
• Languages:
  
  English mandatory, additional…