POWERX
EHSDirector
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“EHS Director at POWERX. Skills: EHS strategic leadership, Regulatory compliance, Field operations oversight, Incident investigation. Develop company-wide EHS strategic plan. Set multi-year EHS goals”
What You'll Achieve.
Reduce incident rates; Drive performance improvements
Industry & Context.
Root cause analysis
Office/hybrid work environment, Travel to project sites, Travel to service sites, Must be able to wear PPE, Must be able to enforce PPE
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
10+ years progressive EHS experience, 5+ years senior leadership role, Manage teams and programs, Deep OSHA 29 CFR 1910 and 1926 knowledge, Deep EPA regulations knowledge, Deep DOT requirements knowledge, Multi-state compliance frameworks knowledge, Lead, develop, and retain EHS teams, Reduce incident rates, Manage regulatory relationships, Build scalable EHS programs, Executive-level communication skills, Present to boards, clients, and regulators, Wear and enforce required PPE, Ability to walk, climb, and stand, Occasional lifting up to 30 lbs
Nice to Have
Master's degree preferred, Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred, Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) preferred, Experience in electrical field service preferred, Experience in energy field service preferred, Experience in utilities field service preferred, Experience in mechanical field service preferred, Familiarity with ISO 45001, Familiarity with ISO 14001, NFPA 70E Arc Flash qualification, Experience with electrical safety work practices, Experience with enterprise EHS software platforms
What You'll Do.
Develop company-wide EHS strategic plan
Set multi-year EHS goals
Set EHS program roadmaps
Advise executive team on EHS risk
Advise board on EHS risk
Advise executive team on regulatory changes
Advise board on regulatory changes
Present quarterly EHS metrics
Present EHS trend analysis
Build high-performing EHS team
Lead high-performing EHS team
Drive EHS team hiring
Drive EHS team development
Drive EHS team succession planning
Establish EHS as business differentiator
Support business development
Support client retention
Support proposal efforts
Own EHS operating budget
Allocate resources across projects
Allocate resources across training
Allocate resources across technology
Allocate resources across compliance programs
Manage legal counsel relationships
Implement enterprise risk assessment frameworks
Ensure robust management of change processes
Set field EHS standards
Set minimum EHS requirements
Conduct program assessments
Oversee program assessments
Conduct compliance reviews
Oversee compliance reviews
Track corrective actions
Close corrective actions
Partner with field operations leadership
Embed EHS into project planning
Embed EHS into project mobilization
Embed EHS into project execution
Embed EHS into project closeout
Oversee job hazard analysis program
Ensure pre-task planning execution
Direct SIF prevention program
Focus controls on life-critical hazards
Drive return-to-work outcomes
Drive cost containment
Ensure incidents receive root cause analysis
Lead investigations for serious events
Lead investigations for high-potential near-misses
Report leading safety metrics
Report lagging safety metrics
Analyze leading safety metrics
Analyze lagging safety metrics
Drive performance improvements
Hold subcontractor leadership accountable
Collaborate with procurement teams
Collaborate with contracts teams
Ensure EHS requirements in subcontract agreements
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Field operations leadership; Procurement teams; Contracts teams
Communication Scope
Executive presentations; Board presentations; Client presentations; Regulator presentations
Process & Methodology
Roadmap planning
Full Job Description
At POWERX, our people are at the heart of everything we do. From testing and commissioning to engineering and compliance, every service we provide plays a vital role in powering safe, reliable, and efficient systems. As the nation’s leading provider of comprehensive power solutions, we foster a culture of integrity, respect, and teamwork. In an ever-evolving industry, our mission is to help businesses optimize system performance, ensure safety and compliance, and drive operational excellence through innovation and accountability. Whether you're an experienced professional or launching your career, POWERX provides an environment where you can grow, make an impact, and build a lasting legacy. ABOUT US At POWERX, we take pride in being the premier provider of comprehensive power services, ensuring that power systems operate efficiently and reliably. Our commitment to quality and excellence is evident in our field services, engineering and consulting expertise, and adherence to certifications and regulations. Safety and performance are at the forefront of our integrated approach. We are a people-first company, valuing integrity, respect, and teamwork. Our mission is to empower businesses by optimizing system performance, ensuring safety and compliance, and driving operational excellence with innovative solutions. At POWERX, we offer a dynamic environment where both experienced professionals and newcomers can grow, make an impact, and build a legacy. Our vision is to lead the future of power systems with cutting-edge technology, sustainable practices, and a relentless focus on customer success. We are dedicated to expanding our expertise, locations, and services while maintaining our people-first philosophy. Partnering with POWERX means gaining a trusted team of passionate experts committed to delivering value and fostering lasting relationships. Join us in making power work for our clients and the communities we serve! OUR POWERX PERKS Competitive Pay Incentives for Cer
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