HSQE Manager – Operational Support

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Summary: 

The HSQE Manager – Operational Support implements the RES Services HSQE framework across wind, solar, and battery energy storage system (BESS) field sites, ensuring the integrated ISO practices (9001/14001/45001) are incorporated into all business processes to foster a culture of safety and quality. The role delivers safety training – including onboarding, on-the-job, and ongoing training – and supports client and regulatory audits at work sites in the US or Canada. 

Requirements:   

• Promotes company HSQE culture through coaching, development, influence, and training.
• Acts as subject matter expert liaison for health, safety and quality for the project team and client.
• Provides HSQE field support across wind, solar, and battery energy storage system (BESS) construction, commissioning, and operational activities, tailoring safety programs to the hazards specific to each technology.
• Develops and maintains site specific documentation and templates that include the Site Safety Plan, Site Rules, Emergency Response Plans, Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), and Site Induction.
• Delivers training – including new-hire onboarding, on-the-job, and ongoing refresher training – on Safety Initiatives, Site Induction, Work Procedures, Work Instructions, SMS, and regulatory requirements across wind, solar, and BESS field teams.
• Inspects work areas to verify consistency with procedural, client, and regulatory requirements.
• Communicates safety related incidents to Corporate Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental (HSQE) Department, across business unit, and the organization.
• Conducts Incident Investigations to determine Root Cause and recommend appropriate Corrective Actions.
• Develops Incident Reports to support findings from Incident Investigations.
• Drives implementation of proposed Corrective Actions to completion.
• Maintains incident data and safety metrics to compile reports.
• Supports client and regulatory audits, and facilitates inspections by third parties and regulatory agencies, across wind, solar, and BESS sites.
• Reinforces safe behaviors and correct “at risk” behaviors.
• Leads and supports the site team in technical, quality and safety, utilizing system in place.
• Operates company vehicle in a safe manner to drive to various site locations.
• Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected.
• Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and Company Policies & Procedures.
• Presents, supports, and leads-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.
• Assists in development of Risk Assessments and Work Instructions.
• Procures, distributes and maintains safety related tools and equipment for the project.
• Performs ad hoc job-related duties/functions and projects to support the HSQE Department.

Safety:

• Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action. Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly. 

Qualifications:

• High School/GED and at least one year of construction safety experience required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health and Safety preferred.
• FA/CPR/AED Certification preferred.
• CHST/CUSP/OHST/NCSO Certification preferred.
• ASP/GSP/SMS/CSP/CRSP Certification preferred.
• OSHA 30/501/511 Certification preferred.
• NFPA 70E Certification preferred.
• Internal Auditor Certification preferred.
• GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) Certification required.
• GWO Advanced Rescue Training and/or Basic Technical Training (BTT) preferred.
• 3+ years of Construction Industry Safety experience required.
• 5+ years of Construction Industry Safety experience preferred.
• 5+ years of Renewable Energy Industry Safety experience (wind, solar, and/or BESS) preferred.
• ISO 9001 / 14001 / 45001 and relevant standards such as ISO 55001.
• ANSI/DOT/EPA/OSHA Regulations and Standards.
• Hazard Identification and Assessment.
• Electrical Safety.
• Power Generation, Collection, Distribution, Substation, and Transmission.
• GWO certification standards, including BST and BTT modules.
• Wind Turbine Generator (WTG) systems, working at height, and wind rescue procedures.
• Solar PV system safety, including DC electrical hazards and arc-flash risks.
• Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) hazards, including thermal runaway and fire response.
• Collaboration and Team Building.
• Leadership.
• Coaching, Mentoring, and Training.
• Material Handling.
• Work at Height.
• Subcontractor Management.
• Microsoft Office Applications.
• Health and Safety Incident Management Software.
• Functional competencies include Attention to Detail, Continuous Improvement, Collaboration, Casting the Right Shadow, and Demonstrating Active Care.
• Domestic and International travel (31-50%) required.
• Valid Driver's License required.

Anticipated base salary range:  $105,500 - $158,200

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. This position is bonus eligible.
 

RES offers benefits that are effective first day of employment. These benefits include the following: 

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 4x pay Basic Life and Voluntary Life
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness
• 401 (k) plan with 6% company match
• 4 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO),  10 Paid Holidays-includes Floating Holiday
• Tuition Reimbursement 
• Volunteer and Charity Matching
• Paid Parental Leave 
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Discounts and Wellness Programs
• Wellness Reimbursement

Physical requirements and environment:

The work environment and physical demands characteristics are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Occasionally: Carrying 31-50 lbs., Climbing, crouching, kneeling and stooping are required.

Frequently: Grasping, gripping, handing, pinching, pulling 31-50 lbs., pushing 31-50 lbs., lifting 31-50 lbs., repetitive motion, sitting, standing, walking are required.

Constantly: Reading, hearing, reaching, vision are required.
 

Occasionally exposed to extreme cold, noise and vibration in the work environment.

Frequently exposed to extreme heat, humidity, wet conditions and hazards in the work environment.

We maintain a drug-free workplace.  Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment.

RES is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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