Job Description

DNJP9581

• HEALTH & SAFETY SPECIALIST SME 2
• Franklin, NC
• 3 MONTHS
• ReNuke Services, Inc is seeking a H&S Specialist at our client site in Charlotte, NC DESCRIPTION Primary focus on distribution line construction and maintenance with transmission as a secondary focus. This position serves as an Owner representative, who is responsible for basic technical work in a wide range of health and safety disciplines to achieve compliance with the organizations H and S standards and with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. Works under general supervision and often self -directed. Monitors and observes work activity and provides technical and intervention direction to enable the prevention and control of H and S incidents and hazards. Recommends improvements in basic processes, design, procedures, and operating equipment, to minimize the hazard potential. Maintains current knowledge of specific requirements imposed by governmental agencies and internal programs, procedures, and processes. May provide technical guidance to less experienced personnel working on environmental, health or safety programs. Tenaciously assist work teams and vendors in resolving concerns and compliance deficiencies. Ensure a safe work environment is maintained through the identification and correction of H and S -related hazards and risks. Perform daily / routine field observations to identify unsafe conditions and at -risk behaviors, and environmental issues. Interface with contractor safety representatives, site H and S professionals and project/contract manager(s) to correct deficiencies and resolve issues. Attend and participate in project/outage meetings and Safety/Environmental Steering Team (SEST) meetings, Pre -Job Briefings and any other meetings required by the Outage/ Project manager to communicate concerns and trends, as directed. Perform incident trend analysis and develop safety/health improvement initiatives. Administer and facilitate enforcement of safety initiatives. Ensure communication delivery to project/ outage work teams by following up with the outage/ project manager and appropriate personnel. Site safety inspections shall also include observations for environmental issues such as container labeling/control, potential refueling spills, hazardous materials, etc. Note: if unsure of an environmental issue, contact the site environmental coordinator who will investigate the environmental issue(s). Provide routine updates of H and S issues to the site H and S contacts and copy the Outage / Project Manager. Participate in incident investigations, as necessary. Assist with or provide training to contractors as needed for various health and safety topics including site orientation. Assist with improving outage/ project safety/ health and help provide a safe work environment for all employees, both Duke and contractor. Primarily monitor safety/ health in all phases of project. Communicate with all project/ outage employees, both Duke and contractor, regarding job safety/ health and where applicable, environmental compliance. Notify appropriate project lead personnel to facilitate correction of any deficiencies in a timely manner. Report all findings to the respective contracting firm management, site H and S/ EHS contacts , and copy the Outage/ Project manager. Have a working knowledge of basic environmental requirements to identify non -compliance issues. Report H and S contractor incidents to Outage/ Project Manager, and site H and S/ EHS contacts. Immediately notify the Outage/ Project Manager, and site Hand S/ EHS contacts of incidents of potential asbestos, or lead -containing materials encountered by employees, both Duke and contractors. Maintain a log of identified H and S/ EHS issues and resolutions. Document observed unsafe behavior or conditions (and safe behavior). This is the required personal protective equipment for the job: Hard hat, ANSI -approved safety glasses, with side shields, ANSI -approved protective footwear (should be boots with a 3/4 upper or shaft and can be steel or composite toes). REQUIREMENTS Less than +5 years discipline experience. HS diploma

Company Description

A Professional Projects and Staffing Company Built for the Changing Nuclear Market. ReNuke was created with a singular focus on offering the best talent and project management for next generation projects. ReNuke Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected Veteran status.