Health and Safety Specialist

Pattern Energy is a leading renewable energy company that develops, constructs, owns, and operates high-quality wind and solar generation, transmission, and energy storage facilities. Our mission is to transition the world to renewable energy through the sustainable development and responsible operation of facilities with respect for the environment, communities, and cultures where we have a presence. 

Our approach begins and ends with establishing trust, accountability, and transparency. Our company values of creative spirit, pride of ownership, follow-through, and a team-first attitude drive us to pursue our mission every day. Our culture supports our values by fostering innovative and critical thinking and a deep belief in living up to our promises.  

Headquartered in the United States, Pattern has a global portfolio of more than 30 power facilities and transmission assets, serving various customers that provide low-cost clean energy to millions of consumers.

JOB PURPOSE

The Health and Safety Professional is part of the EPC and Field Operations team and actively provides on-site leadership and strategic direction around ensuring the health and safety of our employees and contractors. The role will begin in EPC supporting Sunzia construction activities and upon COD will transfer to Field Operations supporting NM operational facilities

Key Accountabilities

• Support EPC sites with all HSE program requirements and initiatives -EPC
• Lead root cause analysis investigations as required – EPC
• Lead and participate in joint field observations, inspections, and assessments with vendors and contractors. – EPC
• Actively participate in all-hands safety meetings and training initiatives – EPC
• Communicate investigation information and observation findings to site personnel and management teams - EPC
• Coach and build strong relationships with site employees – Operations
• Support the set up and regular inspection of Pattern facilities to ensure we maintain safety compliance and implement best safety practices throughout the fleet – Operations
• Support Field Operations in New Mexico after Sunzia COD- Operations
• The position will be a high travel position with travel expectations up to 75% around New Mexico and Arizona.

Experience/Qualifications/Education Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational or Industrial Health and Safety or 5 years of technical leadership work experience in the wind industry.
• Experience with cranes, lifting and rigging, civil works, safety management systems, control of hazardous energy, confined space requirements, work at heights and soft tissue injury prevention desired.
• Experience with Renewable Energy EPC and Operating projects
• Experience with emergency medical training and wilderness first aid technique

Additional Requirements

• At least 5 years experience in H&S Construction and/ or O&M projects
• Wind turbine technical expertise combined with leadership experience.

Technical Skills

The expected starting pay range for this role is $90,000 - $112,000 USD. This range is an estimate and base pay may be above or below the ranges based on several factors including but not limited to location, work experience, certifications, and education. In addition to base pay, Pattern’s compensation program includes a bonus structure for full-time employees of all levels. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, voluntary benefits, family care benefits, employee assistance program, paid time off and bonding leave, paid holidays, 401(k)/RRSP retirement savings plan with employer contribution, and employee referral bonuses.

Pattern Energy Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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