Regional EHS Lead

The Regional Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Lead provides comprehensive EHS support for a Geronimo Power region, covering projects in development, construction, and operation as well as support the other two Regional EHS Leads where needed. This role ensures effective implementation and continuous improvement of EHS programs and procedures on site, partnering with multiple departments within the business including project and construction teams and plant personnel to foster a culture of safety and compliance. The Regional EHS Lead reports to the Director of EHS.

• Support the project team and operations team in maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal EHS regulations. Collaborate with related departments to address compliance issues.
• Provide basic environmental support for regional projects and plants, including SWPPP, SPCC, SDS review, vegetation management, and RCRA activities. Identify issues and escalate them to the Environmental Lead when specialized site assistance is required.
• Assist with project and operational plant security and safety by supporting fire plans, physical security plans to help maintain the protection of the plant, personnel, and surrounding community.
• Support the development, implementation, and ongoing improvement of EHS programs and procedures tailored to regional needs.
• When not traveling, the candidate should efficiently work remotely and complete assigned tasks and achieve annual goals while continuing to remotely support the projects and plants in the region.
• Serve as the primary EHS resource for all projects and operational power plants within the assigned region.
• Complete EHS safety briefings both video based and written to communicate good catches and incident investigation findings to the organization.
• Promote a strong safety culture through leadership, training, and engagement with site teams.
• Oversee and conduct safety kick-offs for construction and operational milestones, ensuring all teams are aligned with EHS expectations before major project phases.
• Geronimo Power covers travel costs and the Regional EHS Lead is expected to ensure the travel costs meet the department budgetary requirements and meet employee handbook guidelines.
• The Regional EHS Lead is responsible for creating and managing a travel schedule and arranging travel accommodations. The travel schedule is aligned with departmental goals, while the Regional EHS Lead determines the methods for achieving these objectives.
• Conduct internal EHS assessments to identify areas for improvement and ensure ongoing compliance with company standards.
• Assist the Plant Managers and Construction team with the coordination of emergency drills.
• Partner with management, construction teams, and plant personnel to identify hazards and implement effective mitigation strategies with control barriers.
• Lead incident response activities, including root cause analysis and incident investigations, ensuring timely resolution and reporting.
• Plan and conduct audits (internal and third-party) of contractor programs and work activities.
• Work with Corporate EHS to review EHS data and current trends for the region.
• Assist the Program Manager with EHS program development and updates, contributing expertise and feedback to enhance overall program effectiveness.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and basic video editing).
• Ability to climb wind turbine towers up to 300’+ high; weight must not exceed 285 lbs excluding equipment/gear.
• Experience in wind, solar, BESS, and substation plant operations, maintenance, and construction.
• Willingness to travel up to 80%, sometimes on short notice with the ability to create and follow through on a travel schedule.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and can fly as a passenger commercially or drive rental cars/company vehicles.
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills; ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to build effective relationships and articulate EHS issues to diverse stakeholders.
• Experience providing EHS management for wind, solar, or thermal power plants are a plus.
• Environmental knowledge and experience with SWPPP, SPCC, RCRA, and vegetation management.
• BSCP certification such as CSP, ASP, SMP, CHST, GSP or equivalent experience and knowledge relevant to Geronimo Power.
• 5–7 years of experience in electrical power generation (renewable, nuclear, or fossil fuel), with at least 1 year in renewable energy preferred.
• Familiarity with OSHA CFR1910 & CFR1926, NFPA70E, and regulations for Qualified Electrical Workers.
• Working knowledge of EPA, OSHA, NFPA 70e, and other relevant EHS standards.
• Degree in engineering, occupational safety, or related field, or equivalent experience in renewable energy or EHS.

We offer a comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, 401(k) and disability benefits.

Pay range for the posted level: $115,000 – 130,000.00

• Travel is typically Monday through Friday when traveling and home on the weekends unless there is an emergency.