Safety (EHS) Manager

Jupiter Power is an energy infrastructure company focused on the development, construction, and operation of energy storage assets in wholesale electricity markets. Formed in 2017, the company is a national leader in energy storage deployment, utilizing its proprietary dispatch optimization.

applications to support both merchant and contracted structures. Backed by BlackRock’s Diversified Infrastructure business, Jupiter Power has a strategic and established portfolio of 655MWh of utility-scale energy storage projects operating or in construction in the U.S., with a leading pipeline of over 11,000 MW in active development.

Requirements

The EHS Manager will report to the Director O&M and be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day administration, coordination, and management of the responsibilities set forth below.

Job Responsibilities:

·         Conducts safety meetings, audits, and inspections to ensure compliance, evaluate performance, identify corrective action, and implement follow up assessments.

·         Direct knowledge and implementation of NFPA 855 standards related to Energy Storage System.

·         Able to instruct Lithium- ion emergency response training to local firefighters. 

·         Plans, implements, and conducts preventative care, safety, and compliance training programs.

·         Prepares and schedules training to cover emergency procedures, workplace safety, and other relevant topics.

·         Develops, Plans, implements, manages, and maintains comprehensive environmental safety & health program procedures for all areas of the organization.

·         Provides guidance on health and safety and confirm site fulfills industry, local, state, and federal guidelines and regulations.

·         Collaborates with management to develop an Emergency Action Plan and serve as primary contact for project site injury and incident notification, investigation, and case management. Maintains a written log of safety inspection activities, reports, and correspondence.

·         Guarantees that all work is performed in accordance with approved manuals, internal policies and procedures, contract documents, and good engineering practices.

·         Inspects the facility to identify safety, health, and environmental risks.

·         Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

·         Extensive knowledge of environmental regulations and policies.

·        Extensive knowledge of OSHA standards. 

·        Extensive knowledge of Lithium-Ion regulations and policies.

·         Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

·        Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

·        Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

·        Proficient in technology and equipment used in environmental inspections.

·        Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Dynamics.

Education

·         Bachelor’s degree- In Environmental Safety, Occupational Safety and Health, or related field required; Master’s degree desirable.

Experience

·         5 years + of direct experience

Computer Skills

Strong computer skills with proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

 

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. May be required to work hours in addition to 8am -5pm, Monday – Friday, including evenings and occasional weekends.  Occasional travel may be required.

Benefits

Compensation and benefits offered will be commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the candidate. The role will be based in Austin, TX, Houston, TX, or Chicago, IL.

Jupiter Power LLC is an equal opportunity employer that prioritizes diversity of experience and background.