Safety & Health Specialist – Metering Services
Location: This position supports the Statewide Metering Services Organization. Work location is flexible dependent upon where the successful candidate resides currently in the State of Georgia.
This position requires 75% travel throughout the State of Georgia. A company vehicle will be provided.
JOB SUMMARY
Work with management, employees and safety committees in implementing injury avoidance and accident prevention programs and providing safety training. Assure compliance with all internal and external safety policies, regulations, and procedures. Analyze, develop and coordinate training programs to improve safety performance. Implement and follow-up on safety program initiatives. Provide safety support during storm restoration activities. Promote Georgia Power's Southern Lifestyle, Functional Movement, and Wellness initiatives. Model, promote and support an employee-owned safety culture that takes pride in Pursuing Safety Excellence, training and implementing S.T.E.P. and Critical Risk Plan. Partnering with the First Line Supervisors while performing S.T.E.P observations. Maintains the confidentiality of safety reports and incidents. Plays an active role in safety meetings, safety discussions and safety evaluations. Interfaces with regulatory agencies, assists in program writing, and ensures notification of the appropriate agency (s) in cases of non-compliance. Ensures employees know and understand Safety and Health policies and procedures by working and teaching employees.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Experience and Education
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in distribution or metering is required
- Storm/SERP response activity experience is preferred
- Meterman “A” experience is preferred
- Bachelor's degree is a plus
- Prior experience dealing with safety-related policies and procedures is a plus
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Must be highly motivated and possess strong self-initiative.
- Experience in a leadership role preferred
- Must possess the ability to work independently and is recognized as catalyst and change agent; willingness to challenge the status quo.
- The successful individual must possess the ability to develop into and be recognized as the subject matter expert in safety and health issues.
- Knowledgeable about metering operations and distribution organizations business activities, accident prevention and investigation procedures.
- Must have excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
- Must be able to communicate with all levels of employees in the Corporate and Distribution areas.
- Must be able to establish strong relationships with the Meter Services Leadership team and serve as an employee advocate on safety issues.
- Able to interpret safety rules and regulations.
- Must possess good analytical skills.
Other Requirements
- Solid computer skills in MS Office products
- Strong research and presentation skills.
- Overnight travel required as necessary to support the state-wide Metering Services Organization
- Will effectively manage and work to eliminate risks associated by utilizing the STEP program (Behavior Based Observations) and Job Safety Briefings
- Responsible for investigating non-compliance incidents and ensures notification of appropriate regulatory agencies takes place.
- Will perform safety walk downs (audits) with members of the safety committee to eliminate risks associated with Safety and Health
Behavioral Attributes
- Model Our Values by leading by example and actions; by valuing intentional inclusion that makes this a great place to work for everyone.
- Someone who is recognized as a safety champion
- Must know, understand, and fully embrace pursuing the safety excellence culture.
Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeogiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 11247
Job Category: Metering
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Georgia Power
