Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of EH&S experience, or
Associate's Degree and 4 years of EH&S experience, or
High School Diploma/GED and 8 years of EH&S experience.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Power BI, Adobe Acrobat, and AI tools.
Responsibilities
Maintain expertise in EH&S requirements for Gas Operations and compliance programs.
Partner with leadership and field personnel to foster a proactive safety culture.
Develop and manage EH&S communications and information management systems.
Lead investigations of workplace incidents and ensure thorough documentation.
Support environmental incident response and ensure compliance with regulations.
Assist in the continuous improvement of EH&S programs and initiatives.
Analyze safety trends and provide data-driven insights for decision-making.
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a dynamic and safety-focused environment.
Engagement with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence.
Access to advanced digital platforms for information management.
Involvement in continuous improvement initiatives and risk mitigation strategies.
Potential for professional development through training and certifications.
Full Job Description
Job Description
The Specialist in EH&S Operations, gas supports gas operations by promoting a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible workplace. This role partners with leadership and field personnel to implement EH&S programs, maintain regulatory compliance, support incident investigations, manage safety and environmental data systems, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Responsibilities include developing EH&S communications and documentation, supporting environmental incident response, conducting root cause analyses, and integrating Human Performance and Energy-Based Safety principles into daily operations. The position also assists in achieving organizational goals, mitigating safety and environmental risks, and providing emergency response support as required.
This position does not provide employment pursuant to the terms of a STEM OPT Training Plan.
Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities
Maintain and continuously strengthen subject matter expertise in Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) requirements affecting Gas Operations and broader Company activities, including OSHA compliance programs, industry best practices, and emerging regulatory developments.
Partner closely with Gas Operations leadership, supervisors, and field employees to promote a proactive safety culture, identify risk reduction opportunities, and ensure compliance with EH&S regulations, Company policies, and operational procedures.
Develop, manage, and enhance EH&S communications, information management systems, digital platforms (including Microsoft SharePoint), program documentation, and reporting tools to support compliance, document control, knowledge sharing, and efficient access to critical safety and environmental resources.
Lead and support investigations involving workplace injuries, illnesses, near misses, environmental events, and motor vehicle collisions. Ensure timely and accurate documentation, conduct thorough root cause analyses, and deliver actionable corrective and preventive recommendations to reduce risk and prevent recurrence.
Support the Company's response to environmental incidents, including spills, releases, and waste management events, ensuring reporting, remediation, and response activities are executed safely and in full compliance with regulatory and Company requirements.
Assist in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of EH&S programs and initiatives. Integrate Human Performance and Energy-Based Safety principles into daily operations to enhance workforce reliability, mitigate risk, and prevent injuries, environmental impacts, vehicle incidents, and equipment damage.
Analyze safety and compliance trends, develop performance metrics, and provide data-driven insights and recommendations that support informed decision-making and continuous improvement across Gas Operations.
Monitor progress toward organizational EH&S objectives, identify gaps and emerging risks, and drive corrective actions to ensure sustained compliance, accountability, and achievement of business goals.
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to support audits, assessments, inspections, regulatory inquiries, and compliance initiatives while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Perform other related assignments as required, including response to emergencies 24 hours/ 7 days a week.
Willingness to travel or report to various company locations, as required.
Qualifications
Required Education/Experience
Master's Degree and 1 year of EH&S experience or
Bachelor's Degree and 2 years' of EH&S experience or
Associate's Degree and 4 years' of EH&S experience or
High School Diploma/GED and 8 years' of EH&S experience
Preferred Education/Experience
Master's Degree in Occupational Safety and/or Environmental Science and 1 year of EH&S experience with working knowledge of OSHA and EH&S regulations relevant to utility operations. Proficient in Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Power BI, Adobe Acrobat, and AI tools.
Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety and/or Environmental Science and 2 years' relevant EH&S experience with working knowledge of OSHA and EH&S regulations relevant to utility operations. Proficient in Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Power BI, Adobe Acrobat, and AI tools.
Relevant Work Experience
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and emerging AI technologies (e.g., Microsoft Copilot) to support communications, documentation, and data analysis, required.
Working knowledge of and experience using digital platforms (e.g., Microsoft SharePoint, Power BI) for information management, document control, and data reporting, required.
Working knowledge of OSHA and EH&S regulations relevant to utility operations, required.
Completion of Company CEHSP program as soon as possible. Successful completion of position specific EH&S training as applicable, required.
Ability to develop concepts into successful, actionable safety and
environmental programs, required.
Safety and environmental incident response, preferred.
Skills and Abilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, etc.
Well organized, detail oriented and flexible to handle multiple assignments
Excellent collaboration and team building skills
Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents
Licenses and Certifications
Driver's License Required
Physical Demands
Ability to respond to system emergencies
Able to work in all weather conditions, i.e. excessive heat and/or cold
Ability to climb ladders and stairs
Ability to work on elevated platforms, scaffolds, catwalks, roofs, and/or other equipment
Ability to be approved to wear and use either a full or half-face respirator and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), without facial hair or other conditions that may interfere with the seal, in accordance with OSHA regulations
Ability to climb in and out of manholes and excavations
Stand, walk, lift, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, and/or reach for the duration of the workday
Ability to travel to company locations to work on storm restoration and heat contingencies
Wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), i.e. fire-retardant clothing and safety harnesses
Additional Physical Demands
The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
