The posting
Job Description
The Specialist in EH&S Operations, gas supports gas operations by promoting a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible workplace. This role partners with leadership and field personnel to implement EH&S programs, maintain regulatory compliance, support incident investigations, manage safety and environmental data systems, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Responsibilities include developing EH&S communications and documentation, supporting environmental incident response, conducting root cause analyses, and integrating Human Performance and Energy-Based Safety principles into daily operations. The position also assists in achieving organizational goals, mitigating safety and environmental risks, and providing emergency response support as required.
This position does not provide employment pursuant to the terms of a STEM OPT Training Plan.
Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities
- Maintain and continuously strengthen subject matter expertise in Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) requirements affecting Gas Operations and broader Company activities, including OSHA compliance programs, industry best practices, and emerging regulatory developments.
- Partner closely with Gas Operations leadership, supervisors, and field employees to promote a proactive safety culture, identify risk reduction opportunities, and ensure compliance with EH&S regulations, Company policies, and operational procedures.
- Develop, manage, and enhance EH&S communications, information management systems, digital platforms (including Microsoft SharePoint), program documentation, and reporting tools to support compliance, document control, knowledge sharing, and efficient access to critical safety and environmental resources.
- Lead and support investigations involving workplace injuries, illnesses, near misses, environmental events, and motor vehicle collisions. Ensure timely and accurate documentation, conduct thorough root cause analyses, and deliver actionable corrective and preventive recommendations to reduce risk and prevent recurrence.
- Support the Company's response to environmental incidents, including spills, releases, and waste management events, ensuring reporting, remediation, and response activities are executed safely and in full compliance with regulatory and Company requirements.
- Assist in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of EH&S programs and initiatives. Integrate Human Performance and Energy-Based Safety principles into daily operations to enhance workforce reliability, mitigate risk, and prevent injuries, environmental impacts, vehicle incidents, and equipment damage.
- Analyze safety and compliance trends, develop performance metrics, and provide data-driven insights and recommendations that support informed decision-making and continuous improvement across Gas Operations.
- Monitor progress toward organizational EH&S objectives, identify gaps and emerging risks, and drive corrective actions to ensure sustained compliance, accountability, and achievement of business goals.
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to support audits, assessments, inspections, regulatory inquiries, and compliance initiatives while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Perform other related assignments as required, including response to emergencies 24 hours/ 7 days a week.
- Willingness to travel or report to various company locations, as required.
Qualifications
Required Education/Experience
- Master's Degree and 1 year of EH&S experience or
- Bachelor's Degree and 2 years' of EH&S experience or
- Associate's Degree and 4 years' of EH&S experience or
- High School Diploma/GED and 8 years' of EH&S experience
Preferred Education/Experience
- Master's Degree in Occupational Safety and/or Environmental Science and 1 year of EH&S experience with working knowledge of OSHA and EH&S regulations relevant to utility operations. Proficient in Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Power BI, Adobe Acrobat, and AI tools.
- Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety and/or Environmental Science and 2 years' relevant EH&S experience with working knowledge of OSHA and EH&S regulations relevant to utility operations. Proficient in Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Power BI, Adobe Acrobat, and AI tools.
Relevant Work Experience
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and emerging AI technologies (e.g., Microsoft Copilot) to support communications, documentation, and data analysis, required.
- Working knowledge of and experience using digital platforms (e.g., Microsoft SharePoint, Power BI) for information management, document control, and data reporting, required.
- Working knowledge of OSHA and EH&S regulations relevant to utility operations, required.
- Completion of Company CEHSP program as soon as possible. Successful completion of position specific EH&S training as applicable, required.
- Ability to develop concepts into successful, actionable safety and
- environmental programs, required.
- Safety and environmental incident response, preferred.
Skills and Abilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, etc.
- Well organized, detail oriented and flexible to handle multiple assignments
- Excellent collaboration and team building skills
- Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents
Licenses and Certifications
- Driver's License Required
Physical Demands
- Ability to respond to system emergencies
- Able to work in all weather conditions, i.e. excessive heat and/or cold
- Ability to climb ladders and stairs
- Ability to work on elevated platforms, scaffolds, catwalks, roofs, and/or other equipment
- Ability to be approved to wear and use either a full or half-face respirator and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), without facial hair or other conditions that may interfere with the seal, in accordance with OSHA regulations
- Ability to climb in and out of manholes and excavations
- Stand, walk, lift, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, and/or reach for the duration of the workday
- Ability to travel to company locations to work on storm restoration and heat contingencies
- Wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), i.e. fire-retardant clothing and safety harnesses
Additional Physical Demands
- The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
About Us
Mission Statement:
Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) employees are required to follow health, safety, and environmental policies, EEO, Standards of Business Conduct, and all other applicable company policy and procedures. We all share a responsibility to advance the company’s mission by excelling at our three corporate priorities – safety of our people and the public, operational excellence in all that we do, and ensuring the best possible customer experience.
Benefits:
We are dedicated to supporting the physical, mental, and financial health of our employees and their families. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes:
- Rich medical & pharmacy benefits, including vision benefits
- Dental benefits
- Health Savings Accounts
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with robust matching
- Employer paid Pension Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a generous matching contribution
- State of the art Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous paid time off plus paid holidays
- Family support: emergency backup child, & elder care assistance
- Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
- Employee discount program
- Commuter Benefits
- Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
- Life and Long-Term Disability Benefits
*Please be aware that some benefits may not apply to provisional or part-time job titles.
EEO Statement:
Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of the individual’s actual or perceived disability, protected veteran status, race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, domestic violence victim status, or any other actual or perceived status protected by law.
Technical Difficulty Statement:
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