Safety Professional

Description

• Track and maintain records related to safely and environmental issues, including safety observations, safety accountability interviews, and hazard tracking and correction systems
• Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives
• Assist in the investigation/analysis of incidents and prepare reports and presentations
• Maintain knowledge of current NorthWestern Energy safety requirements and applicable government regulations (OSHA, DOT, etc.)
• Support Program Administration including medical surveillance, facilitation of drug and alcohol plan, pre-employment requirements and DOT qualified driver files
• Perform individual lifts and carries office supplies up to 35 pounds
• Be actively involved in and provide expert opinions on the safety aspects of plans, procedures, practices, standards, specifications, and systems to achieve optimal control or reduction of hazards and exposures, which may harm people, property, and/or the environment
• Support management in deployment of existing safety products, and programs; develop approaches to address safety and environmental issues
• Identify ergonomic issues; recommend and implement ergonomic solutions; follow up to ensure effectiveness
• Represent the Company with presentations to the general public, contractors, and emergency responders regarding the potential hazards of electricity and natural gas
• Actively monitor and process OSHA Recordkeeping activities and completion of required annual surveys; provide statically information as needed
• Identify safety and environmental challenges and interact closely with employees at all levels to solve these issues
• Identify conditions and actions (through hazard evaluations and job safety analyses) that may cause injury, illness, or property damage; recommend corrective actions; track issues until resolved
• Ensure, through continuous worksite reviews and inspections, that workplace conditions comply with all applicable NorthWestern Energy safety requirements and government regulations
• Demonstrate and maintain an excellent safety record
• Develop effective safety training and safety meeting materials; facilitate delivery of this information to assigned areas to provide knowledge and skills necessary to recognize hazards and perform their jobs safely and effectively
• Lead Public Safety School Programs; develop required outreach materials and effectively monitor third party requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in the safety and health or a related field
• All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
• Possess a valid Drivers License Proficient in recordkeeping and computer applications
• Commitment to safe working practices and knowledge of safety policies/procedures
• Electric and natural gas utility experience preferred, but not required
• Certification in safety (CSP) or industrial hygiene (CIH) preferred; must be willing to obtain in the future if not currently possessed (Attainment date will be dependent on safety career path and will be specified by hiring supervisor)
• First Aid/CPR Certification (or ability to acquire)

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance