About the position

Reporting to the Manager, HSS&E, the Health, Safety, Security & Environmental Specialist (HSSE Specialist) will assist in the implementation and coordination of a comprehensive Health, Safety, Security and Environmental Management System, evaluate program effectiveness and provide routine reports to management in accordance with Brookfield policies. The HSSE Specialist will also evaluate contractor safety and environmental performance, and coach employees, contractors and subcontractors in the appropriate application of OSHA standards and Brookfield Management System requirements. The position will provide support to locations in New England and ROC. Reporting locations that will be considered for this position will be one of our Maine or New Hampshire offices located at Augusta, ME, Berlin, NH, Milford, ME, Millinocket, ME or Skowhegan, ME

Responsibilities

• Assist in the establishment, communication and accomplishment of annual safety, environmental and security goals
• Maintain and assist in the implementation of health, safety, security and environmental policies and procedures
• Assist in the implementation of risk management programs within the framework of Brookfield’s Health, Safety, Security and Environmental Management System and recommend corrective/preventive measures to reduce risks
• Recognize, practice and advise on safe work habits using sound safety and environmental principles in accordance with company policies and procedures. Immediately act upon incorrect application of procedures or unsafe work practices when witnessed and, if necessary, stop the work
• Conduct and coordinate internal and independent third-party Health, Safety, Security and Environmental audits
• Assist and participate in Safety, Security, Environmental and Public Safety Risk Assessments
• Coordinate and conduct planning/strategy workshops and Health, Safety, Security and Environmental training for employees and contractors
• Assist and participate in new employee Health, Safety, Security and Environmental orientations
• Provide HSSE Training in accordance with regulatory requirements and Brookfield policy and procedures; including but not limited to training Confined Space and Fall Protection to the level of the “Component Person”
• Evaluate and document contractor performance regarding safety compliance issues
• Conduct prequalification of consultant and contractor Health, Safety, Security and Environmental programs
• Assess the Health, Safety, Security and Environmental risk and impact of company activities as well as projects and advise the project teams of related requirements
• Coach employees, contractors and subcontractors regarding compliance with state, federal and local regulatory licenses, permits and safety/health requirements including OSHA regulations and Public Safety programs, SDS databases, and hazardous material reporting
• Assist, support, guide, and participate in the employee Health, Safety, Security and Environmental committees
• Assist, support, participate and/or lead incident investigations within the operational group and occasionally outside the operational group
• Develop standard Health, Safety, Security and Environmental operational procedures in consultation and coordination with employees, Brookfield Health, Safety, Security and Environmental Staff

Requirements

• Highly self-motivated with an ability to establish and achieve desired goals and objectives
• Thorough knowledge of and experience in application of federal, state and local safety and environmental regulatory requirements
• Knowledge of and proficiency in the application of Microsoft Office Products including Outlook, Excel and Word
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills
• Proficiency in oral presentation and ability to act as a trainer
• Possess the certification’s and/or experience to train Confined Space, Fall Protection, LOTO, and Hazard Identification to the level of the “Component Person”
• Excellent personal organization and team skills
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment, under pressure and prioritize competing deadlines
• Must Possess the OSHA 30hrs training or can obtain the training.
• Certification in training or provide verification of experience in training Fall Protection, Confined Space, LOTO, and OSHA awareness.
• Must possess valid driver’s license and be willing and able to travel and work flexible hours, including occasional weekends, holidays and nights
• Must be able to travel, including overnight stays.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with computer-based training (CBT) software systems is preferred
• Knowledge of and experience in application of electrical (high and low voltage) related safety practices is preferred
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in preparing, implementing and coordinating Health, Safety, Security and Environmental programs is preferred
• A BA/BS degree in Safety Management Sciences, Industrial Hygiene or a related field is preferred

Benefits

• 10% Target Bonus