Safety Manager - Wind Industry
GEV Wind Power is seeking a Safety Manager to lead and oversee Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) programs across its wind energy projects, including construction, commissioning, and operational activities. The Safety Manager ensures compliance with OSHA, client, and company safety standards through proactive risk management, site audits, incident investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role partners closely with field operations, project management, and executive leadership to foster a strong safety culture and support the safe, efficient delivery of wind energy projects.
Job Responsibilities
Create and implement GEV’s safety policies in line with OSHA, ANSI, & US legal requirements.
Create RAMS (Risk Assessment Method Statements) as needed
Provide guidance to Managers & Technicians on safety & health protocols & procedures
Conduct site safety audits, inspections, & risk assessments.
Lead investigations into incidents, near misses, & safety concerns. Identify causes and recommend corrective actions.
Maintain accurate safety records, including incident reports & audit findings.
Represent GEV in regulatory inspections & external safety audits.
Promote proactive safety reporting & GEV’s Fail Safely principles.
Deliver safety briefings, toolbox talks, & safety campaigns to reinforce safe behaviours.
Act as a point of contact for safety advice & employee safety concerns.
Monitor & report on safety performance, including incidents, observations, & corrective actions.
Track & report on safety KPIs such as incident rates, audit findings, & safety action closure rates.
Identify trends & areas for improvement in safety performance.
Partner with Operational Leadership, HR and Risk Management to manage safety risks.
Support Operations in assessing safety risks for new & ongoing projects.
Advise on emergency response planning & readiness.
Oversee availability, inspection, & suitability of safety equipment & PPE.
