HS&E Specialist

Job Responsibilities

• Includes the following (other duties may be assigned as needed):
• Full accountability for the Coordination and Oversite of the implementation of EEG's HSE and NERC policies and procedures ensuring that they meet all Federal and Provincial regulatory requirements.
• Conduct periodic reviews of the Plant's HSE and NERC programs and update as necessary to meet applicable regulations and/or corporate directives.
• Manage the Environmental, Health and Safety, and NERC compliance program to ensure compliance with applicable NERC, Federal, Provincial, and local safety, and environmental regulations.
• In coordination with the Operation and Maintenance Managers oversee the required Regulatory Training Program scheduling and tracking to ensure all training requirements are completed and current.
• Communicate with regulatory agencies as necessary to address regulatory reporting, deviations, and notices of non-compliance and be compliant regulatory reporting requirements.
• Coordinate and/or perform required environmental reporting and testing activities and ensure that required environmental programs and permits are properly implemented and that the Plant maintains full compliance with all permits.
• Support and coordinate injury and near-miss investigations and generate related reports focusing on the root cause and ensuring that corrective measures are identified and implemented.
• Interface with EEG's management team to support the development and implementation of the Plant annual regulatory compliance plans, goals, and strategies for improving safety environmental and NERC performance.
• Continually promote Safety and Environmental and NERC Compliance and Performance which affect the site.
• Support the site Joint Health and Safety Committee as required.
• Review, Analyse and Evaluate Station Chemistry and Environmental Data. Provide oversight and support to station environmental compliance programs.
• Support the sampling, organization, of site requirements and work with Outside Laboratories to get analyses completed.
• Generate reports and recommendations from these analyses.
• Operate testing equipment and conduct scheduled Chemistry, Environmental and Performance Testing as needed. Be able to generate reports and recommendations from this Testing.
• Maintain the facility Chemistry Laboratory QA/QC Program and Chemical Hygiene Plan.
• Maintain professional affiliations with safety and environmental organizations and other HSE professionals to keep current with new environmental and safety regulations and good management practices.
• Support and coordinate NERC regulatory compliance through identification of applicable standards and required maintenance and operational compliance actions on an annual basis.
• Review, identify and adjust programs and procedures to ensure compliance with Regulatory changes on and annual basis.
• Improve HSE and NERC skills and knowledge through continuing education and training.

Required Skills / Knowledge

• Strong computer, communication and organizational skills are required.
• Ability to deal with complex situations is required.
• Must be a self-starter with a high degree of initiative and ability to work both independently and within a team.

Experience

• Prior experience working in a power plant or industrial environment is desired.
• Knowledge of environmental, safety and NERC regulations is desired.
• A minimum of five years relevant experience is desired for this position, preferably in Ontario, Canada.

Education Requirements

• A University degree, college diploma, trade certification or commensurate experience/professional training is required.
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to have a collaborative approach are required.
• A demonstrated track record in implementing corporate regulatory policies and procedures and/or developing and implementing site-level compliance procedures.

Physical Requirements

• Position requires periods of physical exertion, including walking, climbing, and lifting.
• Ability to climb and perform a function up to a 12-ft ladder.
• Ability to lift and move material up to 30 pounds.
• This position supports the facility. As such, frequent travel is not a core requirement; however, the candidate should be able to travel as necessary.