Adv Safety Representative / Sr. Safety Representative- Contractor Safety

Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity

At FirstEnergy, employees are key to our success. We depend on their talents to meet the challenges of our changing business environment. We are committed to rewarding individual and team efforts through our total rewards philosophy which includes competitive pay plus incentive compensation, a company-sponsored pension plan, 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution, a choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs, as well as skills development training with tuition reimbursement. Please visit our website at www.firstenergycorp.com to learn more about all of our employee rewards programs. FirstEnergy proudly supports workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract. Unable to sponsor or transfer H-1B visas at this time.

Safety

Safety is a core value for FirstEnergy and is essential to all of our business activities. We ensure employees have the tools, information, and processes to perform their duties in a manner that assures safety for themselves, their co-workers, our customers and the public. Our goals are to provide a safe work environment, to maintain an accident-free, injury-free workplace, and to promote and maintain public safety. To meet these goals, we dedicate ourselves to achieving world-class safety standards.

Position Classification

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FirstEnergy Human Resources Team

*NOTE-  This postion is for areas of Contractor Safety speciality in Transmission and Distribution.   .

Adv Contractor Safety Representative report to the Supervisor, Transmission and Distribution Contractor Safety.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide fleet oversight of contractor safety programs, processes, initiatives, and applicable regulatory requirements, including Contractor Safety Requirements, Contractor Safety Program, Orientation, Qualification, and/or related programs.
• Perform as a Safety and Health Subject Matter Expert (SME) with the ability to research regulatory and technical information. Monitor and communicate regulatory requirements, as they pertain to the business.
• Provide sound recommendations, innovative solutions, and competent technical guidance resulting in process improvement and/or exposure reduction.
• Collaborate with Contractor Companies, Craft Labor Leadership, and FirstEnergy Business Units (as needed) to develop Contractor safety and health programs designed to resolve business issues and promote continuous improvement.
• Lead/support Contractor safety and health program assessments. 
• Assist Business Unit Leadership in promoting/enhancing knowledge of and conformity with Safety and Health programs, requirements, and expectations.
• Provide consultation during the analysis of Contractor events and assist in the development of action plans to prevent recurrence, as needed. Lead or engage with root cause analysis as needed.
• Develop and maintain progressive relationships with Craft Labor leadership.
• Assist Corporate Health and Safety with regulatory inquiries and inspections within the Business Unit, as needed.
• Analyze Contractor Safety data, including observations and performance. Provide reports as needed.
• Actively participate in the planning of Tripartite and Superintendent Safety Forums              
• Participate in contractor on-site inspections and audits of work practices, methods and compliance programs.  Compile and assess results for review with FE Representatives and contractors to address curtailment/improvement activities and/or practices.
• Participate and benchmark with industry groups as needed (ex. NATF, EEI, EPRI) as needed.
• Develop and deliver training and presentations as needed.
• Must be willing to travel on a regular basis to other company locations within the FirstEnergy service territory.

Other responsibilities will include:

• Educating and directing others on safety practices, improving safety program and process effectiveness, and making significant contributions to the achievement of safety goals and objectives
• Serving as the lead in diverse and complex projects, processes and programs
• Independently anticipating and meeting internal/external customer needs
• Actively developing and implementing safety programs and policies
• Integrating strategic concepts into safety activities
• Developing high-level solutions for complex assignment

Qualifications at the Advanced Contractor Safety Representative Level include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Health (Industrial Hygiene), or related discipline, with a minimum of 4-7 years of relevant work experience is required. Master’s degree preferred.  (In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree (preferred), a minimum of 7 years of relevant work experience in required)
• In depth knowledge of safety and industrial hygiene regulations (OSHA General Industry and Construction) and safe work practices.
• In depth knowledge of OSHA’s Electrical Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution regulations (Subpart R and V) (preferred)
• Basic understanding of industry standards related to Health & Safety including: American National Standards Institute (ANSI), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) and the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC).
• Knowledge of Human Performance Tools and Principles.
• Knowledge of Root Cause Analysis
• Experience implementing Contractor Safety Programs and managing Multi-Employer Worksites (preferred)
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work both independently and in a team environment, including leading teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and activities
• Experience working with Craft Labor organizations
• Certified Safety Professional (preferred)
• OSHA 500 Authorized Instructor for Construction (preferred)

FirstEnergy Human Resources Team