[Hiring] EHS Advisor @Apex Clean Energy

Role Description

The EHS Advisor will provide comprehensive safety leadership and support for Apex Clean Energy’s operating assets including wind farms, solar installations, and battery storage facilities. This role ensures workplace safety compliance, assists in the development of safety programs, protocols and procedures, and builds a strong safety culture across multiple project sites.

• Participate in safety related discussions including (but not limited to): Daily Plan of the Day (POD) Meeting, Safety Committee Meetings, Staff Meetings (as necessary), Tailgate Meetings (when on-site), Client/Owner Monthly Meetings.
• Conduct safety audits/inspections across wind, solar, and battery storage sites to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and industry standards, ensure site operations maintain required safety documentation and records, participate in regulatory inspections and audits (as warranted), stay current with evolving renewable energy safety standards.
• Provide oversight and guidance for contractor safety programs and prequalification processes for contract workers on Apex Clean Energy owned and operated sites.
• Participate in job hazard analyses for high-risk activities including working at heights, electrical work, and confined space entry as necessary.
• Advise Facility Managers regarding the interpretation of applicable safety regulations as they pertain to the projects and their operations.
• Advise and support operating sites on environmental reporting and programs such as waste management, pollution control, and sustainability initiatives.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of site safety programs, policies and procedures, and safe work practices as they pertain to the operations.
• Participate/Lead incident investigations and root cause analysis processes for incidents, along with providing recommendations and appropriate corrective actions for prevention of future events.
• Gather, review, present monthly safety metrics, including incidents, safety observations, with Asset Management Team, looking for trends and creating proactive measures to prevent future events.
• Perform any other job-related duties/functions requested by the Director of Health & Safety and/or the Director of Operations.

This position offers the flexibility to work remotely, with the expectation of 50% travel to designated project sites as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Engineering or related field and/or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of safety experience, with at least 2 years in renewable energy.
• OHST, CHST, or comparable certification (or plan to obtain certification).
• OSHA 30/510 certification (or plan to obtain certification).
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and NFPA 70E.
• Experience with fall protection systems and rescue planning.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to remote sites.
• First Aid/CPR certification (can be obtained).
• Tower Rescue certification (can be obtained).
• Experience with wind turbine safety systems.
• Knowledge of battery storage safety protocols.
• Solar installation safety experience.
• Incident investigation experience.
• Willing to travel 50%.

Requirements

• Ability to climb wind turbines (300+ feet).
• Capable of wearing the required PPE (including fall protection).
• Work in various weather conditions.
• Sit/Stand/walk for extended periods.

Benefits

• A mission-driven, energetic environment that supports and encourages our people to do their best work every day.
• A respect for and celebration of individuality, differences, and uniqueness.
• Collaborative and driven professional workforce committed to supporting your ideas and feedback and accelerating your potential.
• Ongoing support and guidance such as on-the-job learning, hands-on experience, and mentorship.
• Training, strategies, and tools to support your personal and professional growth.
• Team atmosphere of diverse professionals committed to making an impact as an organization.
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to our local communities.
• Exceptional benefits such as medical and dental; 401(k) with corporate match.
• Base and bonus commensurate with experience.
• Responsible Paid Time Off plus standard company holidays.
• Comprehensive high-deductible health plans, dental and vision insurance plans, short-term and long-term disability, group life insurance, 401(k) corporate matching, flexible spending arrangements, company paid parking and cell phone, fitness and wellness corporate discounts.