Director, Environmental Health & Safety, Power Division

About the role

Kodiak focuses on providing internal professional development and training, as well as the best benefits package in the industry. The EH&S Power Director is assigned to support Kodiak’s Power Division and work with local field level management, employees, and contractors to ensure that EH&S operating policies and conditions are consistently implemented in accordance with EH&S policies, goals, guidelines, and processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide EH&S support for Power Operations, area field EH&S auditing, customer EH&S interface, support of EH&S training delivery, regulatory compliance, and incident investigation.
• Act as the local subject matter expert in matters of health, safety, and environmental and implement and manage the corporate strategy related to the EH&S programs.
• Perform tasks involved in health, safety, environmental, training, inspections, and compliance.
• Possess working knowledge of the power industry and be able to effectively apply EH&S principles to the power industry.
• Educate Company employees in complying with Company EH&S policies and procedures.
• Verify that all field employees understand and comply with all regulatory requirements and Company EH&S practices through site visits and auditing protocols.
• Verify compliance regarding inventory, storage, handling, and transportation of non-hazardous materials used in conducting Company field operations.
• Assist with conducting site inspections required or initiated by regulatory agencies.
• Conduct EH&S audits for all Company operating areas to ensure regulatory compliance and continuous improvement of overall EH&S performance.
• Maintain a close working relationship with all Company personnel to verify the implementation and compliance with standard operating guidelines.
• Audit field safety and environmental paperwork for accuracy and compliance with EH&S requirements.
• Make and implement recommendations and improvements to safety, operations, and logistical effectiveness.
• Assist and mentor Company operations personnel in safe work planning and practice.
• Lead incident investigations, determining root causes, and preparing detailed and accurate root-cause analysis reports.
• Provide EH&S training to field personnel on proper safety techniques including JSA completion, incident reporting, and other Company EH&S programs.
• Actively promote and participate in Company EH&S programs.
• Provide advice and guidance to Company supervisors and/or customer representatives to establish a safe working environment for employees and customers.
• Lead by example to develop employee knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for conducting safe operations.
• Support and participate in Company EH&S policy and procedure development, as required.
• Attend Customer EH&S functions and act as Company EH&S representative for the Power Division.
• Support environmental responses, as needed.

Education & Certifications

• BS/BA degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or closely related field required
• PEC Core Compliance certification or equivalent for SafeLand / SafeGulf USA preferred
• OSHA 501 Certification for General Industry Safety Standards preferred
• CSHO Certification (Certified Safety & Health Officer) strongly desired
• Must have a valid driver’s license, be able to maintain an acceptable driving record in line with Company requirements and possess a clean driving record

Work Experience

• 10+ years of experience in similar fields of which at least 2 years are in the power generation industry
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with EH&S
• Minimum of 3 years of experience leading people and teams
• Experience preparing executive level presentation and written materials
• Experience supporting power generation, upstream/midstream energy services, and/or production operations required
• Experience in providing EH&S support to company employees working with complex equipment and machinery such as gas turbines, generators, transformers, and other related auxiliaries

Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership and experience in working complex fast track power projects
• Working knowledge of power generating equipment, substations, and switchgear
• Manages customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; meets commitments and communicates exceptions
• High degree of effective interpersonal communication required both verbally and in written form; can easily translate complex topics to all levels of the organization
• Able to apply basic cost analysis in recommendation of purchase and distribution of materials
• Approaches others in a tactful manner; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments
• Demonstrated understanding of OSHA regulations and how they relate to company operations
• Working knowledge of environmental regulations as they pertain to company operations
• Detail oriented individual with proven ability to prioritize and complete multiple projects concurrently and within deadlines
• Ability to offer creative solutions and resourceful problem-solving skills
• Energetic self-starter with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must have flexibility of working extended hours, as needed, and the ability to work independently; ability to work well as part of a team is vital
• Ability to prepare and present clear and concise oral and written opinions, reports, and presentations
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), databases and data management are required
• Must be able to use your better judgement regarding your safety and that of your co-workers
• Willing and able to travel on short notice, as needed

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to work in extreme environmental conditions
• Must be available and able to work at any time / be on call
• Must be able to bend, climb, and walk on all types of surfaces
• Minimum of 50% travel may be required, as applicable to geographic area supported