Safety Specialist - Jobs in Trenton, NS

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Nova Scotia Power’s greatest source of energy is our people. In a culture focused on safety and our customers, we’re committed to providing exceptional service to our customers and rewarding jobs to our employees. We’re hiring solution-minded people excited to help us grow into the future. We are currently looking to fill the position of Safety Specialist.Accountabilities: As part of a team, the successful candidate will work with Nova Scotia Power management, IBEW and employees to implement safety plans while supporting overall corporate commitment to attaining safety excellence.The successful candidate is responsible to apply the appropriate measure of direction and support based upon Nova Scotia Power health and safety and objectives. You will work with field and corporate office personnel to improve safety performance. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Work toward an integrated approach to safety through continuous improvement of systems and processes
• Work closely with management and the IBEW in developing Safe Work Practices
• Act as a Liaison with regulatory agencies
• Perform field safety Observations
• Measure the compliance of your assigned operating area with the requirements of the Safety Program through auditing
• Provide coaching & counseling on safety related issues to all levels of the business
• Ensure the Safety Program meets or exceeds regulatory requirements
• Assist Managers, Supervisors and frontline employees understand and apply interpretations of safety regulations, policies, and rules
• Provide technical advice as it relates to safety
• Track safety performance and identify trends
• Facilitate meetings concerning safety initiatives
• Provide and develop safety related education to meet your customer’s needs
• Attend management team meetings to ensure a consistent message is delivered
• Assist JOHSC Investigation teams in determining immediate and root factors associated with an incident and ensure appropriate corrective actions are implemented
• Work with other utilities and industries to improve safety in the workplace

You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of your co-workers by observing all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations. You will be accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the environmental management system processes and initiatives.Skills, Capabilities and Experience: As the ideal candidate you will possess a degree/diploma or trade certification in an engineering or technical electrical field. You must have a demonstrated passion for safety and experience working with world class safety programs. You must be a self-motivator with demonstrated experience working independently. You also have several years’ experience working in an industrial environment preferably with the transmission and distribution of an electrical utility. A CRSP designation or working towards it would be considered a definite asset.This position calls for exemplary relationship building, communication, and motivational skills. You will build and maintain working relationships with teams within Nova Scotia Power and its operating areas. The successful applicant has demonstrated their effectiveness as a team leader and easily crosses organizational boundaries to work effectively as part of an integrated team. You are confident in your ability to make the right decision.You must possess a current, valid driver’s license and be willing to travel within and outside the province as required. The preferred applicant should be willing to relocate if needed.This position is considered a safety sensitive position. As such, the successful candidate must comply with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Policy which requires a confidential pre-employment alcohol and drug test in accordance with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Procedure.At Nova Scotia Power our employees are our greatest strength. Our Leadership Competencies set standards that advance our business strategy, deliver results for customers, and provide career development for employees. As the ideal candidate for this position you speak up on health, safety, and environment issues, and demonstrate a belief that all injuries are preventable. You support flexibility in the workplace and embrace change. As Safety Specialist you will build strong collaborative relationships with a commitment to a respectful, inclusive, and productive work environment while demonstrating integrity and a commitment to operational excellence for our customers. Lastly, we encourage you to proactively ask questions and seek information to understand how your work relates to the business goals and make well informed decisions.Reports to: Manager, Operations SafetyForm of Application: Click the APPLY button at the end of the online job posting. Complete all required information fields and copy and paste your covering letter and resume into the online form.Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experienceMust Be Received By: All interested candidates should apply no later than May 31, 2022.Late applications may not receive consideration.Recruitment and Promotion Policy: When filling vacant positions, we are determined to hire the best candidates available. We are committed to providing employees with a fair and equal opportunity to compete for jobs. Hiring and promotion of employees is based on skills, capabilities, knowledge and demonstrated abilities.In accordance with Emera’s occupational health and safety program and the Emera Vaccine Program, subject to any approved accommodation, all employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. For clarity, “fully vaccinated” means 14 days since having the number of doses or combination of doses of a vaccine approved by Health Canada or local public health agencies in the jurisdiction in which they will be employed.At Emera we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the LGBTQ+ community. Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the on-line application process. Emera supports candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs.If you are selected for an interview and require a specific accommodation, please advise our Talent Acquisition team and we will support you with the recruitment process.Quick Apply

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