EH&S Representative

Holtec International, a global supplier of heat transfer equipment for nuclear, fossil, solar and geothermal plants has an immediate opening for an Environmental Health and Safety Specialist.  The EH&S Specialist will provide safety oversite for our construction and pool-to-pad operations at client host facilities, and lead construction safety program management at our Camden facility while not performing direct oversight of safety at client facilities.

Holtec International is a diversified energy technology company widely recognized as the foremost technology innovator in the field of carbon-free power generation, specifically commercial nuclear and solar energy.  The health and safety of our employees, the public and the environment is Holtec’s number one priority.

This position will report directly to the Corporate Environmental Health and Safety Director, while supporting laterally the Director of Site Services, Director of International Site Services and Director of Construction.     

Responsibilities:

• Develop technical documents including safety bulletins, policies and procedures; stays current on regulatory and customer HSE requirements; develops site specific HSE plans or EHS bridging documents as required.

• Participate in toolbox talks; accompany supervisors during site visits to identify and correct potentially hazardous conditions; interface with customers and employees to promote an organizational culture that supports safe work practices.

• Perform job safety and job hazard analysis; brief management on safety metrics, changes in regulatory requirements, and strategic initiatives; recommend control measures and personal protective equipment (PPE) specific for each task.
• Conduct safety surveillances, inspections and routine surveys; develop reports, track corrective actions, and use key indicators to monitor trends.
• Investigate accident and near miss incidents; facilitate the incident review process to determine root cause; assist supervisors in preparing injury and loss control reports; recommend corrective and preventative measures; follow-up to ensure all corrective actions are in place and working.
• Interface with union and non-union craft, management, and client representatives.
• Advise site management and serve as a resource for the technical interpretation of health, safety, and environmental regulations including company and client policies and procedures.
• Develop and deliver job specific training to managers, employees and clients to include OSHA 10 and 30-hour safety training, supervisor safety development, new employee orientation, and human performance training.
• Prepare and maintain EHS files and records to include incident reports, OSHA logs, safety surveillance reports, and site service metrics.
• Perform observations for human performance and safe work practices.

 Qualification Requirements and Preferences:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety and Health from an accredited college.
• 5+ years EHS experience in an industrial site (construction and nuclear experience a plus).
• Must be able to think logically and analyze (problem solve, collect data and draw valid conclusions)
• Ability to gain access into a Nuclear Power Plant.
• Previous experience working with direct-hire Union Trades
• Experienced trainer and facilitator

Other Essential Functions:

• Self-motivated and self-directed
• Must be able to work independently with limited supervision while abiding by company guidelines.

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

1. Strong computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Word, Outlook)

• Good organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrate problem solving skills.

2. Perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:

• Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting and lifting
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders to varying heights
• Must be alert to equipment and machinery in the field
• Occasional need to walk on uneven ground
• Exposure to dust, noise, and extremes in temperature and humidity