The Safety Manager will oversee all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs for a power generation facility utilizing natural gas power generation assets and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This position manages the combined risks of traditional thermal power generation and advanced energy storage technology. The ideal candidate will manage high-risk operations-such as high-pressure gas lines, power generation machinery, and high-voltage chemical energy systems-while enforcing strict compliance with OSHA, EPA, and NFPA standards.
Primary Responsibilities- Manage site risks by balancing natural gas power generation hazards with the chemical, electrical, and thermal risks inherent to BESS infrastructure.
- Enforce rigorous site compliance for Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), electrical energy isolation, confined spaces, and NFPA 70E electrical safety boundaries.
- Maintain specialized safety standards, including NFPA 855 for stationary energy storage and OSHA 1910.119 Process Safety Management (PSM) for gas systems.
- Develop, audit, and update emergency response plans tailored to BESS fire suppression, toxic gas release, and thermal runaway mitigation.
- Conduct routine site walkthroughs and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) on natural gas generation equipment, gas supply piping, and battery cell enclosures.
- Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for near-misses, equipment failures, or injuries, ensuring immediate corrective actions are institutionalized.
- Lead daily toolbox talks, manage sub-contractor safety compliance, and conduct specialized training on lithium-ion battery hazards and gas system safety.
Perks & Benefits- Competitive compensation
- Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees
- Generous PTO + paid holidays
- 401(k) + company match
- Gym membership stipend + wellness programs (earn PTO and prizes!)
- Company events, food truck nights
- 16 hours of paid volunteer time per year - give back to the community you call home
- Career advancement, leadership training, and professional development opportunities
About YouYou want to be part of a team that's not just changing an industry for the sake of change - we're transforming it to make it safer, more secure, and more productive. You bring grit, heart, and humility to your work, and you're excited about the opportunity to grow within a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
We're looking for people who:
- See challenges as opportunities
- Embrace change and continuous improvement
- Bring energy, effort, and optimism every day
Skills & Qualifications- Demonstrated safety experience working directly with natural gas power generation systems AND utility-scale lithium-ion battery storage (BESS).
- Strong working knowledge of OSHA 1910/1926, NFPA 70E, NFPA 855, and standard EPA industrial requirements.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related technical field.
- At least 5+ years of safety experience in heavy utility operations, power generation, or industrial energy construction.
- Active OSHA 500 or 510 certification required. Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation highly preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Active industrial site environment requiring daily exposure to high-voltage environments, chemical hazards, loud machinery, and varied outdoor weather conditions.
- Must be comfortable wearing specialized PPE and walking/standing for long stretches during site audits.
