EHS Program Manager

Portland, OR, United States

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About Powin:

Powin Energy is a leading producer of utility scale modular battery energy storage system (complete with a patented, advanced, cloud-based monitoring/control system). That means we build power plants out of batteries that put coal and gas generators out of business and enable sustainable viability for renewable energy sources like solar and wind.

Powin is, and will continue to be, one of a handful of companies that will provide the equipment necessary to make this happen. Powin has distinct competitive advantages: cost-effectiveness; reliability; scalability; deploy-ability; and operational sophistication. Every day we work to ensure that we maintain these competitive advantages and our position as a global leader in providing turnkey, battery energy storage solutions for utility-scale, commercial and industrial, and microgrid applications.

Summary:

The EHS Program Manager will serve as a member of the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) team. The EHS Program Manager will be responsible for executing proactive and effective development, implementation, management, administration, and maintenance of Powin's EHS programs in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and in alignment with Powin's policies, objectives and goals. This position is also responsible for applying knowledge of health and safety regulations to ensure compliance and establish an injury-free work environment.

Job Details:

Develop and implement environmental, health and safety programs and procedures for all areas of the company, ensuring all programs are compliant with relevant regulatory requirements in United States and abroad (federal, provincial, state, local)

Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with Powin's internal stakeholders in identifying gaps and needs, and defining implementation strategies

Monitor compliance with EHS programs and procedures and work with Powin employees and stakeholders to ensure awareness and understanding of these programs

Conduct annual reviews to ensure safety-related & training programs are up to date

Provide support and oversight to safety training programs.

Regularly track employee training assignments, completion, and metrics as they relate to Powin's safety targets and goals, and provide reporting on these metrics

Assist EHS team in investigations and reporting regarding accidents, injuries or illnesses, fire, property damage and other safety related incidents to ensure timely and compliant resolutions. Recommend improvements based on trend analyses.

Facilitate safety culture guided by human performance principles and operational learning

Maintain current knowledge of HSE industry best practices and technological developments and equipment to remain up to date on related systems, devices and techniques designed to identify and eliminate or minimize associated risks

Define and own key metrics and KPIs that track program quality and performance indicators

Perform site health and safety investigations to ensure proper corrective and preventative measures have been implemented

Perform other job duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences, Occupational Health and Safety, or other related degree, or equivalent work experience

5+ years' experience developing EHS programs

Areas of expertise include control of hazardous energy, electrical safety standards, PPE, work at heights, fall protection, lifting and rigging, and ergonomics

Able to develop strong knowledge of federal, state, and local safety standards and regulations in regions Powin operates within

Demonstrated successful experience working with and leading multiple levels within an organization

Experience using risk assessment processes, including knowledge of risk management practices and root cause analysis

Working knowledge of cross-functional EHS disciplines

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication and collaboration skills, with demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across levels and functions

Experience using an incident and near miss reporting systems

Proficient with Microsoft Office applications

Ability to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines and prioritize responsibilities and pivot focus quickly as necessary

Limited travel requirements

Powin is not accepting resumes from unsolicited headhunters or agencies at this time.

EEO STATEMENT: The Company is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices and laws.The Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants without unlawful regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identification or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, religion or creed, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, protected veteran status, disability (mental or physical), or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local law.

E-Verify: Powin participates in E-Verify and candidates will need to pass successfully upon completion of hire date.

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