Safety Specialist

The Safety Specialist plays a critical leadership role in fostering and advancing a strong safety culture across the facility. This position partners closely with plant leadership and teams to drive safety performance, ensure regulatory compliance, and implement continuous improvement initiatives that promote a safe and productive work environment.

General James M. Gavin Power Plant is a 2,600-megawatt supercritical coal-fired power station in the village of Cheshire, Ohio, United States. It is majority owned by Energy Capital Partners and a minor stake is held by Javelin Global Commodities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and promote a proactive, safety-first culture across the facility, influencing behaviors, engagement, and outcomes
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations (OSHA, NFPA, etc.)
• Own and manage all site safety programs, including policies, procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Establish, track, and report safety KPIs (near misses, recordables, first aid incidents, lost-time incidents, etc.)
• Conduct trend analysis of safety data to identify risks and recommend corrective and preventive actions
• Lead safety training programs, including new hire orientation, annual training, contractor safety, and safety committee initiatives
• Facilitate and participate in root cause investigations for incidents and near misses
• Oversee Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) program compliance, including procedures, training, and system improvements
• Perform periodic audits (arc flash, fire systems, compliance assessments) and ensure corrective actions are implemented
• Support industrial hygiene monitoring and ensure appropriate controls are in place
• Participate in and support emergency response and rescue team training initiatives
• Review Management of Change (MOC) processes for safety impacts related to facility modifications
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and leadership teams to resolve safety challenges and drive improvements
• Maintain an active field presence to monitor evolving work conditions and reinforce safe work practices
• Manage safety-related budgets and support strategic safety planning initiatives
• Support work planning processes to ensure safety is integrated into daily operations
• Ensure compliance with facility fire protection systems, inspections, and reporting requirements
• Perform additional duties as assigned by plant leadership

Required:

• Bachelors degree in Occupational Safety, Safety Management, Safety Technology, or related field (or CSP certification)
• Minimum 5 years of safety experience in a power plant or heavy industrial environment
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA and NFPA standards
• Experience supporting safety programs in operations and/or maintenance settings
• Proven ability to lead initiatives, influence others, and drive cultural change
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence without direct authority
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint)

Preferred:

• Experience in power generation (coal or thermal generation highly preferred)
• Background supporting both operations and maintenance teams
• Familiarity with systems such as Asset Suite, GPI, MSI, or similar platforms

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support plant operations
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential)
• Demonstrated self-motivation and accountability in driving safety improvements

Physical Requirements

• Exposure to varied outdoor environments, including extreme weather conditions, high noise levels, hazardous areas, and diverse work surfaces.
• Frequent use of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as hard hats, safety glasses, respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, hot gloves, and high-voltage protective gear.
• Working near high-voltage equipment and operating heavy machinery, with proper training and safety protocols.
• Entry into confined spaces and potentially hazardous environments, often accompanied by exposure to loud machinery and equipment.
• Physical activities including walking, standing for extended periods, crawling, stooping, sitting, climbing vertical and inclined ladders/stairs, operating large valves, and performing tasks requiring up to 50 lbs. of pulling, turning, lifting, or carrying.
• Exposure to extreme heat and cold.
• Participation in a post-offer physical examination and drug screening, as well as ongoing random drug testing.
• Compliance with strict smoking restrictions in and around the facility.

Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record, as this position requires occasional travel for company business. Candidates should be comfortable operating a vehicle as part of their job responsibilities and must meet any applicable company and insurance requirements.

CAMS offers a variety of excellent benefits. Full-time employees are offered the following: medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, and Life insurance plans. You can even select additional al la carte benefits to meet all your needs. You can also enroll in our 401k, flex spending accounts for medical and childcare needs, and participate in our employee referral and tuition reimbursement programs.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

We believe in transparency and providing candidates with important information to make informed decisions. The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, and relevant qualifications.

This range represents the base salary and does not include other forms of compensation, such as bonuses, benefits, or equity, which may be offered in addition to the base pay. The company reserves the right to modify compensation ranges at any time in accordance with business needs and market conditions.