Safety Program Manager

Entergy - New Orleans, LA

Full-time - Mid Level

New Orleans, LA

Utilities

About the position

The Safety Program Manager at Entergy Services, LLC is responsible for leading, developing, managing, and improving safety and occupational health programs. This role emphasizes a commitment to safety, aiming for zero harm, and involves regular engagement with leadership to present program health and identify deficiencies. The manager will also mentor junior safety professionals, fostering their growth and enhancing the overall safety function within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Manage the implementation, maintenance, and validation of assigned safety and occupational health management system components.
• Manage revision process, stakeholder groups, external vendors, and platforms for assigned management system components.
• Liaise with and support business unit safety and operational leadership to lead and influence continuous improvement across Entergy.
• Manage assigned programs through data review, feedback and observations and perform revisions as needed (PDCA).
• Lead and/or participate in internal and external special project teams with the purpose of continuous improvement.
• Support and encourage the growth and development of safety professionals across the organization through coaching and mentorship.
• Lead field visits seeking to understand and assess the health of assigned programs.
• Engage, develop and maintain relationships with external partners, organizations and memberships.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred or 6 years relevant work experience.
• 7+ years relevant experience with minimum of 4 years in safety and demonstrated experience leading programs or initiatives.
• Thorough understanding of applicable OSHA regulations and industry guidelines.
• Experience working within safety and occupational health management systems.
• Experience with change management and project management.
• Ability to observe and engage with employees and contract partners in a professional manner.
• Investigation/RCA with tools such as TapRoot, Cause Mapping, Fishbone, Five Whys, etc.
• Skilled in analyzing and interpreting data to identify trends utilizing tools such as MS Excel, PowerBi, SAS, etc.
• Ability to interact with customers and members of the public in a professional manner.
• Ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work irregular hours and out of town assignments as required.

Nice-to-haves

• ASP/CSP/SMS/CUSP/CIH or equivalent certification.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance
• Flexible work hours
• Professional development opportunities
• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• 401k plan