RWE AG
Senior Associate, HSSE Operations
RWE AG, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
RWE Clean Energy, LLCTo start as soon as possible, full time, permanent
Functional area:
Health, Safety & EnvironmentRemuneration:
ExemptAs the
Senior Associate in HSSE Operations , your primary responsibility will be to ensure safe and healthy working conditions for all colleagues and business partners. This involves implementing effective HSSE management systems, processes, and programs across operational sites to achieve departmental KPIs and targets. You will also oversee environmental compliance at these sites, ensuring adherence to relevant legislation and regulations. By fostering a culture of safety and accountability, you will protect both personnel and the environment while driving continuous improvement in HSSE performance.Responsibilities:Implement HSSE Management System pertaining to compliance and strategy for RWECE’s North American operations in order to establish HSSE as a key Company Value and drive continuous improvement in HSSE within all operations and functional departments of the company.Assist in the continuous development and execution of internal evaluation plans.Report, investigations, and closures of CAPA for incidents and events using RITAS case management software in a timely manner.Maintain, monitor, and report HSSE performance metrics, statistics, records, and injury reports (OSHA 300) in a timely manner, using automated record-keeping systems for assigned region.Perform analyses, root cause analyses, and determine corrective actions for adverse events or trends within assigned region.Perform Wind/Solar/Battery operations and maintenance audits, inspections, technical assessments and observations.Track and verify closure of site-level corrective actions, reporting all discrepancies requiring additional resources to resolve at the system level.Facilitate site HSSE Committees and meetings.Support all technologies (wind, battery storage, and solar), regions, and RWECE EH&S Manager as required.Actively participate in HSSE Program reviews and recommend HSSE Management System program objectives and targets.Train site employees in the areas of HSSE concepts and the HSSE management system; monitor performance to ensure compliance with established HSSE policies, practices, and reporting requirements.Train employees in HSSE-specific topics, as needed.Qualifications:Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health, Safety, and/or Environmental Science or a related field preferred.Professional certifications preferred.Minimum 2 years of EHS experience applicable to operations, maintenance and/or construction of power generation and related facilities, preferably wind required.Minimum 8 years of experience in lieu of a degree is acceptable; other factors will be taken into consideration.Working knowledge of federal OSHA and EPA, state OSHA/EPA, and labor standards for General and Construction industries, as well as the general principles of Industrial Safety and Industrial Hygiene.Specific knowledge of local and state safety and environmental regulations desirable.Proficiency with MS Office Suite, MSVisio, project implementation; auditing, management of change for ISO 40001, OHSAS 18001, ISO 9001.Familiarity with enterprise resource planning systems, e.g., Oracle, SAP, Maximo, learning management systems, HSSE Information Systems.Effectively enlists leadership from all levels of the organization to achieve a shared vision, goals, and objectives for a safe working environment.Performance orientation: Self-motivated to drive the business, increase performance, and deliver results.Strategic thinking: Push boundaries to achieve goals utilizing resources in a matrix organization.Continuous improvement: Constantly optimizing the business.Integration management: Ability to lead teams through change management.Working together: Ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams.Communication skills: Ability to effectively communicate internally & externally within the chain of command and within his/her level of authority.Open mindset: Self-reflective personality, able to learn and act on feedback.Hands-on mentality: Actively involving him-/herself, pragmatic and fact-focused attitude.Expertise in HSSE and asset-intense business (Construction, Operations).Understanding of regulatory framework in different jurisdictions/markets.Understanding of regulatory decision-making procedures.Understanding of business model, regulatory and technical developments, as well as potential implications.Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically as needed to effectively perform the job.Languages: English mandatory, additional languages an advantage.This is a safety-sensitive position. Primarily field environment; up to and possibly more than 50% travel; may be exposed to hazardous conditions (Working at Height 300+ ft., Confined Space, Bloodborne Pathogens); supports multiple office and field work sites.If required to climb, a Wind Turbine Climb certification will be required, along with a medical evaluation to obtain clearance to work at height in extreme hot and cold conditions.If required to climb, must pass required physical and training.May need to pass a pulmonary function exam and wear a respirator.Must be able to demonstrate flexibility and full range of movement to work in Confined Spaces.If required to climb, must maintain appropriate body weight with PPE and tools to not exceed OSHA limit of 310 pounds and posted weight limits on ladders.Will be offered a Hepatitis B vaccination for potential occupational exposure to Bloodborne pathogens while providing first aid/ CPR. Will be required to maintain First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.Benefits offered:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.Apply with just a few clicks:
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88373We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. No matter who you are, we welcome your application irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.RWE Clean Energy is one of the biggest names in the US renewables industry – and No.2 in solar. With a 1,500-strong team, the business has over 15 years’ experience of developing, constructing and operating renewable energy facilities, and ambitious plans for the future.As part of the RWE Group’s Growing Green strategy to expand globally its green portfolio to more than 65 GW of installed capacity and to invest globally more than EUR 55 billion gross by 2030, RWE Clean Energy is determined to significantly increase its operating asset base in the U.S. This is backed by a project pipeline of more than 24 GW in onshore wind, solar and battery storage which provides for one of the largest development platforms in the United States.
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Functional area:
Health, Safety & EnvironmentRemuneration:
ExemptAs the
Senior Associate in HSSE Operations , your primary responsibility will be to ensure safe and healthy working conditions for all colleagues and business partners. This involves implementing effective HSSE management systems, processes, and programs across operational sites to achieve departmental KPIs and targets. You will also oversee environmental compliance at these sites, ensuring adherence to relevant legislation and regulations. By fostering a culture of safety and accountability, you will protect both personnel and the environment while driving continuous improvement in HSSE performance.Responsibilities:Implement HSSE Management System pertaining to compliance and strategy for RWECE’s North American operations in order to establish HSSE as a key Company Value and drive continuous improvement in HSSE within all operations and functional departments of the company.Assist in the continuous development and execution of internal evaluation plans.Report, investigations, and closures of CAPA for incidents and events using RITAS case management software in a timely manner.Maintain, monitor, and report HSSE performance metrics, statistics, records, and injury reports (OSHA 300) in a timely manner, using automated record-keeping systems for assigned region.Perform analyses, root cause analyses, and determine corrective actions for adverse events or trends within assigned region.Perform Wind/Solar/Battery operations and maintenance audits, inspections, technical assessments and observations.Track and verify closure of site-level corrective actions, reporting all discrepancies requiring additional resources to resolve at the system level.Facilitate site HSSE Committees and meetings.Support all technologies (wind, battery storage, and solar), regions, and RWECE EH&S Manager as required.Actively participate in HSSE Program reviews and recommend HSSE Management System program objectives and targets.Train site employees in the areas of HSSE concepts and the HSSE management system; monitor performance to ensure compliance with established HSSE policies, practices, and reporting requirements.Train employees in HSSE-specific topics, as needed.Qualifications:Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health, Safety, and/or Environmental Science or a related field preferred.Professional certifications preferred.Minimum 2 years of EHS experience applicable to operations, maintenance and/or construction of power generation and related facilities, preferably wind required.Minimum 8 years of experience in lieu of a degree is acceptable; other factors will be taken into consideration.Working knowledge of federal OSHA and EPA, state OSHA/EPA, and labor standards for General and Construction industries, as well as the general principles of Industrial Safety and Industrial Hygiene.Specific knowledge of local and state safety and environmental regulations desirable.Proficiency with MS Office Suite, MSVisio, project implementation; auditing, management of change for ISO 40001, OHSAS 18001, ISO 9001.Familiarity with enterprise resource planning systems, e.g., Oracle, SAP, Maximo, learning management systems, HSSE Information Systems.Effectively enlists leadership from all levels of the organization to achieve a shared vision, goals, and objectives for a safe working environment.Performance orientation: Self-motivated to drive the business, increase performance, and deliver results.Strategic thinking: Push boundaries to achieve goals utilizing resources in a matrix organization.Continuous improvement: Constantly optimizing the business.Integration management: Ability to lead teams through change management.Working together: Ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams.Communication skills: Ability to effectively communicate internally & externally within the chain of command and within his/her level of authority.Open mindset: Self-reflective personality, able to learn and act on feedback.Hands-on mentality: Actively involving him-/herself, pragmatic and fact-focused attitude.Expertise in HSSE and asset-intense business (Construction, Operations).Understanding of regulatory framework in different jurisdictions/markets.Understanding of regulatory decision-making procedures.Understanding of business model, regulatory and technical developments, as well as potential implications.Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically as needed to effectively perform the job.Languages: English mandatory, additional languages an advantage.This is a safety-sensitive position. Primarily field environment; up to and possibly more than 50% travel; may be exposed to hazardous conditions (Working at Height 300+ ft., Confined Space, Bloodborne Pathogens); supports multiple office and field work sites.If required to climb, a Wind Turbine Climb certification will be required, along with a medical evaluation to obtain clearance to work at height in extreme hot and cold conditions.If required to climb, must pass required physical and training.May need to pass a pulmonary function exam and wear a respirator.Must be able to demonstrate flexibility and full range of movement to work in Confined Spaces.If required to climb, must maintain appropriate body weight with PPE and tools to not exceed OSHA limit of 310 pounds and posted weight limits on ladders.Will be offered a Hepatitis B vaccination for potential occupational exposure to Bloodborne pathogens while providing first aid/ CPR. Will be required to maintain First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.Benefits offered:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.Apply with just a few clicks:
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88373We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. No matter who you are, we welcome your application irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.RWE Clean Energy is one of the biggest names in the US renewables industry – and No.2 in solar. With a 1,500-strong team, the business has over 15 years’ experience of developing, constructing and operating renewable energy facilities, and ambitious plans for the future.As part of the RWE Group’s Growing Green strategy to expand globally its green portfolio to more than 65 GW of installed capacity and to invest globally more than EUR 55 billion gross by 2030, RWE Clean Energy is determined to significantly increase its operating asset base in the U.S. This is backed by a project pipeline of more than 24 GW in onshore wind, solar and battery storage which provides for one of the largest development platforms in the United States.
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