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Wind Global Contractor Safety Program Lead

The Wind Global Contractor Safety Program Lead is responsible for supporting EHS specifically in the areas of contractor, partner, and customer management, while supporting other EHS activities as assigned. This position will oversee the implementation of both the One Wind and GE Vernova Contractor Management requirements and will work with a broad stakeholder group including Sourcing/Procurement, Finance, Operations, Projects, Manufacturing, and Offices/Engineering business segments, global EHS, Commercial, and external customers and contractor partners. The role will report to the Wind Global Operations and Center of Excellence EHS Leader. This role will be responsible for driving excellence across the organization regarding developing consistent and standard contractor management programs and expectations. This position will also partner cross-functionally, with both internal and external stakeholders, to ensure all aspects of contractor safety programs are both implemented and actively utilized to drive sustainable improvement both in the Wind organization and GE Vernova.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Lead One Wind Contractor Safety Management program, including Framework standardization and implementation across Wind, with a priority focus on High-Risk Operations tied to the GE Vernova Life Saving Rules (e.g., Hazardous Energy/Live Electrical, Mechanical Lifting, Work at Heights, and Line of Fire), coordinating cross-regional team to drive consistent application and implementation across the business.
• Integrate and operationalize GE Vernova Contractor Safety core technical program expectations into the One Wind organization.
• Robust understanding of Contractor Safety EHS programs and digitized applications such as Gensuite, ComplyWorks, ISNet World, Avetta, SharePoint, etc.
• Manage proactive and reactive (e.g., performance improvement plans/mitigations) with contractor partners and Wind stakeholders to support adherence to GE Vernova Wind EHS expectations.
• Conduct Contractor Safety EHS audits and provide detailed reports on findings and necessary actions.
• Work with regional teams to support contractor safety focus activities.
• Serve as a coach and mentor to team in order to drive excellence and robustness in GE Vernova EHS Contractor Safety Programs and core deliverables.
• Collaborate with Wind CoE Team members and regional contractor safety resources to drive program improvements and perform audit/assurance reviews.
• Proactively partner and develop positive working relationships with cross-functional personnel.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• 7-10 years' experience supporting Contractor Safety programs
• Bachelor of Science in Occupational Health and Safety or technical equivalent from an accredited college or university, or equivalent qualification
• Certified Health and Safety professional
• Prior experience in Wind industry and/or construction fields
• Significant experience and demonstrated achievements with safety programs, industry standards, and regulatory requirements
• Medical fitness and ability to work at height per local and global standards
• Knowledge of EHS management systems
• Fluent English with strong communication skills (verbal and written)

Eligibility Requirements:

• Ability to travel up to 25-30% of the time
• Located in Schenectady, NY or Greenville, SC or remote
• *Relocation sponsored for in country only*Sponsorship not available FOR US ONLY
• The base pay range for this position is $113,100.00 - $188,500.00 USD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for variable incentive compensation of 10%.