Safety & Health Consultant – Principal

American Electric Power

. Prepare and advise management on Safety & Health event prevention policies and procedures, including contractor and public safety matters .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeSan Benito • Texas • United StatesLead💰 $116,255 - $162,758 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive knowledge of OSHA standards and safety regulations, with a strong ability to lead safety programs, conduct audits, and implement performance improvements. Proficient in safety training and mentoring, with a focus on enhancing safety culture and compliance.

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Safety Program LeadershipOSHA Compliance ExpertiseSafety Training FacilitationPerformance Improvement MethodologiesCertified Safety Professional

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Hard Skills

Safety AuditsHazard AnalysisSafety Policy DevelopmentRegulatory Compliance AssessmentIntervention TechniquesProject ManagementSafety ReportingPerformance Improvement StrategiesSafety Equipment EvaluationSafety Culture Assessment

Soft Skills

CoachingMentoringOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationMeeting Facilitation

Tools & Technologies

Safety Management SystemsReporting StandardsTraining ProgramsSafety Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Safety ProfessionalCertified Industrial HygienistCertified Utility Safety Professional

Industry Keywords

Safety & HealthElectric Utility OperationsOSHA StandardsMSHA ComplianceSafety CultureFederal and State RegulationsAccident ReportingPublic Safety

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare and advise management on Safety & Health event prevention policies and procedures, including contractor and public safety matters
Lead and coordinate safety programs, recommend modifications, and evaluate protective equipment
Conduct periodic safety audits, prepare reports, and discuss findings with management
Formulate long-term Safety & Health performance improvement strategies and actionable tactics
Advise on policy, procedure, and program changes to meet safety objectives and applicable laws
Monitor reporting standards and prepare reports on company accident and injury experience
Assess the impact of proposed federal, state, and OSHA standards on operations
Consult on safety regulations for new or modified facilities, including MSHA and OSHA compliance
Lead investigations and inspections to improve hazard control programs and assess regulatory compliance
Identify, evaluate, and analyze hazardous conditions and practices
Assess current processes and implement performance improvements that influence safety culture
Coach staff and mentor lower-level Safety & Health professionals
Maintain current knowledge through ongoing professional development
Present information and provide training on Safety & Health topics
Advocate for and enforce company Safety & Health programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in safety, health, industrial hygiene/health, or relevant field; OR associate degree in a relevant field with two years' related electric utility field operations experience; OR high school diploma/GED with five years' related electric utility field operations experience
8 years of Safety & Health experience or electric utility operations experience, in addition to the education requirement
Must maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving record
Knowledge of intervention techniques
Experience in instruction and meeting facilitation
Understanding of organization development principles and performance improvement methodologies
Proficiency in organizing, initiating, and conducting safety training and maintaining safety programs preferred
Extensive knowledge of OSHA standards
Certified Safety Professional, Certified Industrial Hygienist, and/or Certified Utility Safety Professional certifications desirable but not required
Project management experience desirable
Proficient oral and written skills
Basic computer skills required
Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy and independence
Ability to travel daily and occasionally overnight

Benefits

Comp & perks

Daily and occasional overnight travel associated with the role
Equal Employment Opportunity policy
Company-sponsored training programs
Educational assistance
Social and recreational programs