HSE Manager

Company Description:

Hunt Utility Services is a privately held company providing management and support services for Sharyland Utilities, L.L.C., a Texas-based electric transmission utility. We are committed to providing safe, reliable, and efficient transmission and substation services, ensuring operational excellence, and investing to support the infrastructure needs of the Electric Reliability Council of Texas grid.

Position Summary:

We are looking for a dedicated Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Manager who is eager to make a significant impact on our organization. In this crucial role, you will lead and enhance our comprehensive HSE programs. Your responsibilities will include developing, implementing, and maintaining HSE policies and training initiatives that ensure compliance with regulations and promote a culture of safety, health, and environmental stewardship throughout all operations.

Responsibilities:

• Foster a Proactive HSE Culture
  
  
  
  • Collaborate closely with colleagues from other business units and departmental peers to promote a sustainable and proactive health, safety and environmental culture.
  • Provide leadership and communication to enhance HSE awareness across the Company.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for internal risk management personnel as well as external agencies and auditors.
  • Participate in planning meetings for high-risk projects, providing input on HSE considerations.
  
  
• Develop/Implement HSE Programs & Provide Training
  
  
  
  • Develop and update HSE programs, policies and procedures in alignment with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
  • Lead the implementation of all relevant standards, including but not limited to OSHA, National Electric Code (NEC), National Electric Safety Code (NESC), the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) and the United States Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS).
  • Design, deliver and coordinate HSE training programs for field and office employees, including new hire orientation and ongoing certifications.
  • Develop, maintain and implement contractor HSE orientation programs consistent with Company requirements.
  
  
• Audits & Inspections
  
  
  
  • Conduct regular on-site inspections and audits to identify hazards and ensure compliance with HSE policies.
  • Work with project managers, field supervisors and office personnel to address HSE concerns promptly and mitigate risks.
  • Develop and implement corrective action plans to resolve non-compliance or other HSE risks.
  
  
• Incident Management & Reporting
  
  
  
  • Lead investigations of HSE incidents, including but not limited to injuries and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions
  • End-to-end ownership of incident management processes, including standardized documentation and reporting processes to appropriate internal and external parties.
  • Develop and maintain detailed incident records and reporting mechanisms for regulatory agencies, leadership and operations as required.
  • Collaborate with Human Resources to develop Return-to-Work plans for injured employees.
  
  
• Monitor Safety Performance
  
  
  
  • Track HSE performance metrics, including, but not limited to, incident rates, near-miss reports, and training completion.
  • Develop, implement and track leading indicator metrics to proactively produce positive results.
  • Identify trends and opportunities to enhance HSE performance and recommend improvements.
  • Develop HSE dashboards and reports.
  
  
• Compliance & Documentation
  
  
  
  • Ensure proper documentation of all HSE policies, incidents, inspections, employee training records, and contractor compliance.
  • Management of proactive HSE training and equipment program, including tracking and monitoring for compliance with internal and industry standards.
  • Primary responsibility for the claims management process, including initial reporting, developing and implementing mitigation strategies in partnership with HCI Risk Management and operations.
  • Maintain and update required documentation, including, but not limited to, employee certifications, training completion records, contractor HSE status, and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
  
  

Key Competencies & Skills

• Strong knowledge of applicable safety regulations, including but not limited to OSHA 1910.269, NFPA 70E, NEC
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Robust skills in stakeholder engagement.
• Proven experience in incident management.
• Ability to collaborate with multiple internal departments and external stakeholders.
• Proactive approach to risk management and continuous improvement.
• Commitment to fostering a culture of sustainable compliance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage and train employees at all levels.
• Skilled at managing multiple initiatives and priorities and operating in a highly dynamic and nimble organization based on successful cross-functional teaming.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Personally displays and encourages extreme ownership.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent technical certification and practical experience.
• Minimum 10 years of experience with increasing responsibilities in EHS management with an emphasis on high voltage electric transmission systems.

Certification & Capabilities - Required

• OSHA 30-Hour certification
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)

Certification & Capabilities - Preferred

• 5 years of field experience.
• Certified Industrial Hygienist
• Familiarity with applicable environmental regulations as promulgated by various federal, state, and local agencies, including, but not limited to, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the United States Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS), and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

Company Highlights:

• For 90 years, we have nurtured creative ideas and turned them into successful realities using three core strategic pillars - creativity, excellence, and people.
• 401K - 12% employer contribution with no vesting period (6% Match and 6% non-matching contribution)
• Highly competitive compensation
• Hybrid work options are available for most roles
• Five to eight weeks of PTO annually, based on years of experience; eleven additional holidays per calendar year
• All Medical/Dental/Vision benefits start day one with the company; low employee premiums
• Education Assistance Program
• Free covered employee parking for Dallas HQ based employees
• Free specialty coffee bar in the Dallas HQ
• On-site breakfast and lunch area in the Dallas HQ
• Commitment to the following ideals:
  
  
  
  • Work/Life Balance
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities
  • An exceptional employee experience
  
  

Hunt is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Hunt is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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