EHS & Operations Specialist

The EHS & Operations Support Specialist for the GE Vernova Advanced Research Center (ARC) in Niskayuna, NY is responsible for designated tasks and specific duties within the EHS department independently and as assigned to help assure compliance for ARC operations. In this role, the EHS & Operations Support Specialist will solve problems, develop & execute EHS objectives and effect short-term and long-term business goals. Additionally, this role will be responsible for supporting the operations of GE Vernova ARC through interfacing with GE Vernova ARC DT systems.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Maintain and report daily, weekly, monthly safety metrics
• Support management’s efforts to ensure compliance with applicable federal and state regulations. Identify and inform management of compliance issues, safety risks and improvement opportunities through the conduct of daily, weekly and monthly audits.
• Provide or facilitate immediate aid for associates, visitors, vendors, or guests that need assistance.
• Individual must be available to handle Facility related emergencies
• Administration of Gensuite EHS Application – including the management of ARC employee access, application permissions, application assignments, site metrics, data input, etc.
• Administration of GEV EHS Learning – including the management of ARC audience structure and site EHS training matrix, EHS training assignment, EHS training acknowledgement, site training calendar, site metrics, record retention, etc.
• Manage ARC Training schedule – schedule and coordinate instructor led EHS training, manage 3rd party training partners –purchase orders, support access, availability of materials, scheduling , etc.
• Coordinate ‘Critical to EHS’ inspections – support 3rd party EHS inspections (e.g. Lifting equipment, Electrical equipment, Survey instrument calibration, etc.).
• Coordinate EHS vendors – assist with maintaining purchase orders/payment concerns, scheduling, site access, communication, etc.
• Support radiation dosimetry program – purchase orders, support ARC employee access, ensure quarterly reporting, record retention, account access, etc.
• EHS equipment purchasing and procurement – support order and distribution of ‘Critical to EHS’ supplies including specialty personal protective equipment, lockout tagout equipment, Dry Stock items, tools, signage, labels, etc.
• Maintain ARC EHS website.
• Assist with the management of ARC EHS procedures – retention, availability on the ARC EHS webpage, formatting, etc.
• Assist with the management of ARC EHS forms – maintain EHS workflow forms (Training Needs Form, eDOW, eNANO, No Cost Sample, TSCA reporting, PPE vouchers), support modifications or updates, assist with the development of new workflows to simplify and organize.
• Assist in the management the GE Vernova Business Project Portfolio; accountable for internal business project creation/funding and overall process flow, reconciliation of supporting documentation, and relationship building with internal and external Business partners.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related field Or High School Diploma with a minimum of 4 years of applicable experience in a research environment
• Experience/Familarity with NY State Safety & Health Code
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
• Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• You must submit your application for employment on the careers page at www.gecareers.com to be considered.

Desired Characteristics:

• Experience in managing training programs
• Experience using Gensuite system
• Proficient in MS Office
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple projects
• Ability to read, understand, interpret applicable EHS technical standards and regulations
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn​
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively​
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative​
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

The salary range for this position is $77,900 – $102,000 USD, annually. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. This position is also eligible for a performance bonus. This position will remain posted until at least August 10th, 2024.

GE provides a comprehensive benefits package that provides access to plans which support the overall wellbeing of our employees and their dependents. These benefits include, but are not limited to, health care coverage (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), a retirement plan that includes Company Retirement Savings and a 401K with Company matching, Life Insurance options, Disability coverage, paid time-off, EAP, and more.

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

GE Vernova’s businesses provide products and services through its Power, Wind and Electrification segments. The Power segment consists of Gas Power, Nuclear Power, Hydro Power, and Steam Power, the Wind segment consists of Onshore Wind, Offshore Wind and LM Wind, and the Electrification segment consists of Grid Solutions, Power Conversion, Electrification Software and Solar & Storage Solutions.