Sr HSSE Operations & Project Execution Associate - East

RWE

14d

About The Position

The Sr HSSE Operations & Project Execution Associate provides HSSE support across an assigned region, working closely with Operations and Project Execution teams to drive KPIs, implement HSSE management systems, and ensure environmental and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include applying HSSE best practices, supporting investigations and root cause analysis, and achieving HSSE objectives through independent, efficient work and effective management of direct reports, including activity and non-conformance reporting.

Requirements

An Associate's degree, Bachelor's in Occupational Health, Construction Safety, and/or Environmental Science, or a professional or academic degree in a related field 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 5 years of HSSE experience applicable to operations, maintenance, and/or construction of power generation and related facilities (Wind/Solar/Battery)
Experience managing HSSE professionals
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 languages an advantage

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications preferred

Responsibilities

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
Frequent travel to facilities and projects within assigned region: 50% or more
Review to ensure quality investigations, prepares & submits reports and updates to the KPA Flex system
Partner with Operations, Project Execution, and Engineering on the development of CAPA 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
Perform and document Wind/Solar/Battery Operations, Project execution audits, inspections, and technical assessments/observations
Actively participates in Operation, Project Execution, Project Development, and Engineering meetings
Responds promptly to corporate HSSE requirements