Specialist, EH&S Health & Safety
New York, NY 
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Mission Statement

  • Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) employees are required to follow health, safety, and environmental policies, EEO, Standards of Business Conduct, and all other applicable company policy and procedures. We all share a responsibility to advance the company's mission by excelling at our three corporate priorities - safety of our people and the public, operational excellence in all that we do, and ensuring the best possible customer experience.

Core Responsibilities

  • Identify improvement opportunities for reducing high-hazard injuries through process and equipment innovation. In coordination with Supply Chain and Research and Development (R&D), evaluate new technology or products for use in Operations in the company.
  • Assist in the implementation of a Safety Equipment Review process.
  • Identify, specify, and support the procurement of safety-related equipment and services as directed. Assist in the management of relevant purchase agreements and invoicing and, prequalify/oversee contractors (as necessary) in accordance with company requirements.
  • Interact with internal customers of all company levels on a proactive basis. Interface effectively with regulatory agency representatives, customers, and other external parties as required and/or directed.
  • Prepare reports and supporting materials to communicate incident analyses, compliance trends, performance information, regulatory issues, and other subject matter area-specific discussion documents.
  • Prepare and present topic-appropriate materials to communicate safety-related information and requirements among mixed audiences that may contain field employees as well as all management levels, such as the EH&S Committee, Information Exchange and Safety Administrator meetings.
  • Review corporate EH&S procedures and instructions on a prescribed schedule.
  • Demonstrate ongoing development in knowledge of safety, health, and associated operating principles, as well as the supporting sciences, technical bases, and regulatory subject matter areas.
  • Ensure that safe work practices are followed and the environment is fully protected in accordance with company policy and governmental regulations.
  • As directed, provide immediate response to incidents on a 24x7 basis and in accordance with a duty schedule; conduct/support lessons learned development.
  • Must be committed to fostering a Zero Accident Culture, Diversity and Inclusion, Achieving Operational Excellence, Developing an effective Cost Management Culture and providing a +1 Customer Experience.
  • Administer and coordinate other health and safety-related programs and initiatives, and other related tasks and assignments, as directed.
  • Serve as a strong Safety Leader who exemplifies professionalism and integrity, while enthusiastically promoting a safety conscious mindset throughout the organization.

Required Education/Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree and two (2) years relevant work experience or
  • Associate's Degree and four (4) years relevant work experience or
  • High School Diploma/GED and five (5) years relevant work experience Operating or related experience.

Preferred Education/Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree Technical discipline (i.e. engineering, industrial hygiene, safety or a related field)
  • Associate's Degree Technical discipline

Relevant Work Experience

  • Functional expertise in the technical principles of safety-related procedures, instructions and equipment. Required
  • Understanding of root cause analysis techniques and data analysis principles. Required
  • Ability to effectively interact with various levels of personnel is required. Required
  • Operational familiarity with the practices and requirements of Con Edison's service commodities is preferred. Preferred
  • Working knowledge of federal, state, and local health and safety regulations. Preferred

Skills & Ability

  • Well organized, detail oriented and flexible to handle multiple assignments
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, etc.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Effective interpersonal skills
  • Excellent organizational skills

Licenses & Certifications

  • Driver's License Required

Physical Demands

  • Ability to respond to system emergencies
  • Perform heavy manual labor, i.e. push, pull, and lift up to 50lbs
  • Ability to work in adverse conditions that include, noise, confined spaces, and high elevations
  • Ability to climb ladders and stairs
  • Wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), i.e. fire-retardant clothing and safety harnesses

Other Physical Demands

  • Must be able to respond to Company emergencies by performing a System Emergency Assignment to restore service to our customers.
  • Must be able and willing to travel within Company service territory, and in accordance with off-hours work schedules as needed to support customer needs and specific projects.
  • Must be physically able to wear and work in personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, various respirators and chemical resistant outergarments.
  • Must be able to lift and carry loads up to 50 pounds, climb ladders/stairs, and perform work at heights.
  • Must be able to travel locally and out-of-town on business related initiatives as required.
  • Maintain availability to support activities on a 24x7 basis, and in accordance with an established duty schedule.

Technical Difficulty Statement

  • For technical issues, please contact us at

Equal Opportunity Employer

  • Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of the individual's actual or perceived disability, protected veteran status, race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, domestic violence victim status, or any other actual or perceived status protected by law.

Job Info

112192

Posting Expiration Date: May 15, 2024

Schedule Type: Full-Time

Minimum Salary: $80000

Maximum Salary: $100000

Organization: Environment Health & Safety

Department: Health & Safety

Section: EHS Safety

Location: NY-New York-4 Irving Pl Headquarters


Equal Opportunity Employer: Consolidated Edison is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, affirms in policy and practice its commitment to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship, eligible veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Con Edison is a federal contractor subject to VEVRAA and desires to receive priority referrals of protected veterans. To learn about your equal employment opportunity protections as part of the application process please visit http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Salary and Benefits
$80000- $100000
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
2 years
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