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We call Southern California our home. It's where we chase our dreams and raise our families. That's why the people who live here deserve an energy company unlike any other, and that's why every day, SDG&E employees strive to be at the forefront of innovations to reduce emissions, modernize the electric grid, and enable our customers to make the transition to clean technologies. We're redefining sustainability, advancing zero-emissions solutions, and driving the electric vehicle revolution.

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*This position can be filled at a higher level based on experience and qualifications*

Primary Purpose:

Manage Safety projects, training, assigned safety programs and basic ergonomic evaluations. Responsible for the management and development of project scope, budget, schedule and resource requirements. Independently, manage several concurrent projects, assignments and activities. Lead company safety programs including SMITH System driving, AED program, safety training and other programs assigned. Provide health and safety guidance to internal and external stakeholders/customers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate all activities leading to the successful completion of safety department projects including project scoping, timelines, cost estimates, cost forecasting and design. Develop and maintain project parameters for project requirements. Research and develop project strategies, perform analysis and implement as necessary.
• Travel within the service territory to perform basic ergonomic evaluations under the guidance and oversight of ergonomist.
• Lead and administer company safety programs including SMITH System driving, AED program, safety training and other programs assigned. Support departments/organizations with health and safety concerns.
• Responsible for training compliance roll outs, communications, record keeping, tracking, follow-up and other required actions to ensure safety compliance training sessions are completed by required groups, organizations and other applicable entities.
• Ensure all interested stakeholders understand overall risk and benefits involved with various initiatives, formulate alternatives/options for consideration, make recommendations and complete all projects in a timely manner, to further safety initiatives.
• Provide after hours emergency response support, as needed, and on-call activities as assigned; perform other duties as assigned (no more than 5% of duties).

Hybrid Schedule:

• Although the schedule may vary, typically this will allow the employee to work onsite three days per week and remotely on the remaining workdays.
• Must reside in Southern California or be willing to relocate upon hire.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in in occupational safety and health, engineering, business, physical science or related discipline, or equivalent training and/or experience.
• 2 years of experience in the administration of health, safety and accident prevention programs.
• Experience in report writing, oral presentation and training.
• Must have a working knowledge of OSHA and DOT compliance regulations.
• Previous knowledge and experience with behavior based safety program facilitation and administration.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience with Microsoft Office suite, and other work-related computer programs.
• Must be self-motivated and work independently on projects.
• Must be able to bring projects to a close in a timely fashion.
• Ability to maintain confidential information and materials.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to develop and provide training.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP) or Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH).
• Master's Degree in occupational safety and health or other related area.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

Note: SDG&E strives to ensure that employees are paid equitably and competitively. Starting salaries may vary based on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, and education.

SDG&E offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond base salary. This position is eligible for an annual performance-based incentive (bonus) as well as other merit-based recognition. Company benefits include health and welfare (medical, dental, vision), employer contributions to retirement benefits, life insurance, paid time off, as well as other company offerings such as tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, and employee assistance programs.