96000-120000 per year | Oglethorpe Power Headquarters, Tucker, GA 30084, US | Salary | Full Time The Safety Specialist II will play a pivotal role in promoting and ensuring a culture of health and safety across our electrical generating plants and Corporate Office. This dynamic position involves providing day-to-day OSHA compliance support, conducting routine compliance assessments, delivering safety-related training, and supporting the Rural Electric Safety Achievement Program (RESAP). The ideal candidate will be an advocate for our Safety & Health program, serving as a knowledgeable resource for associates at all levels of the organization. Job Duties: + Leadership & Direction: Provide daily direction and leadership for Health and Safety programs in assigned areas. + Mentorship & Training: Mentor and coach associates and plant management on safety compliance issues through active participation in Safe Teams, safety meetings, and training sessions. + Policy Management: Prepare, maintain, standardize, and update safety policies and processes as required by the Safety and Health Manual. + Continuous Improvement: Develop and implement programs to enhance safety performance, including self-assessments, audits, benchmarking, peer reviews, and more. + Regulatory Compliance: Monitor new federal and state standards, identify potential impacts, and develop action plans for compliance. + Training Delivery: Provide or coordinate safety training for assigned locations. + Incident Investigation: Investigate accidents and incidents, recommend corrective actions, and follow up on implementation. + Risk Management: Coordinate and monitor insurance reviews, ensuring proper evaluation and communication of risk concerns and corrective actions. + Industry Engagement: Actively participate in industry peer groups and training to stay updated on technological advances and regulatory compliance issues. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field. Experience: Minimum of eight (8) years as a safety professional in an electrical generation and transmission utility or a closely related industrial setting. Equivalent Experience: With a two (2) year degree plus ten (10) years related experience, or twelve (12) years related experience. Specialized Skills: + Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. + Results-oriented with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. + Strong technical, business analytical, and decision-making capabilities. + Working knowledge of power plant equipment and systems. + Knowledge of OSHA, DOT/Federal Motor Carrier regulations, and Workers' Compensation requirements. + Ability to develop and deliver effective safety-related training. + Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint. Licenses/Certifications: + Certified Safety Professional (CSP) + Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) + Valid driver's license (meets insurance requirements)