Director – PGO Safety, Human Performance, Corrective Action Program

Duke Energy Corporation

. Provide leadership and direction for PGO’s health and safety, corrective action, and human performance programs .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeUnited StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading health and safety, Corrective Action Programs (CAP), and Human Performance (HP) initiatives while ensuring compliance with EHS regulations. Proven ability to analyze data, develop strategic responses, and manage multiple initiatives across various locations.

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Leadership And Management SkillsCertified Safety ProfessionalProfessional Engineer (PE)Advanced Experience With OSHA RecordkeepingUtilities Industry Experience

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Hard Skills

Health And Safety ProgramsCorrective Action ProgramsHuman Performance ProgramsData AnalysisStrategic PlanningKPI MonitoringRegulatory CompliancePerformance ManagementBudgetingProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Outstanding Interpersonal SkillsInfluencing SkillsExcellent Oral CommunicationExcellent Written CommunicationProblem-Solving Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Safety ProfessionalProfessional Engineer (PE)

Industry Keywords

EHS GovernanceRegulatory AgenciesUtilities IndustryOSHA RecordkeepingInter-Departmental Relationships

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide leadership and direction for PGO’s health and safety, corrective action, and human performance programs
Oversee governance, support, implementation, and performance of EHS, CAP, and HP programs
Supervise associated management roles
Identify and analyze health and safety, Human Performance, and Corrective Action Program issues and risks
Develop and execute action plans with business unit teams and internal and external stakeholders
Lead and shape technical and industry advocacy groups and stakeholder coalitions
Support customers and address operational impacts as EHS, CAP, and HP strategies are developed and implemented
Lead and manage health and safety, CAP, HP, human performance, and surveillance program activities
Improve service efficiency and reduce costs and business-unit impacts
Maintain current knowledge of EHS/CAP/HP requirements and emerging EHS issues
Coordinate with EHS Governance, Corrective Action Review Board, Human Performance working teams, Legal, Audit Services, External Relations, Regulatory Accounting, and Corporate Communications
Lead subordinate performance management, mentoring, succession planning, and development of EHS/CAP/HP talent
Manage work plans, performance reviews, staff development, KPI monitoring and reporting, budgeting, and self-assessment
Support mid-level and senior management in planning, decision-making, and communications
Build relationships with internal customers and collaborate with environmental, health, and safety leadership
Manage and implement process, role, and responsibility changes
Interact with regulatory agencies and Legal Council on EHS matters and compliance
Support PGO senior management in business planning, decision-making, and communications
Participate in BU Event Free Steering Team, utility safety committees, union BU management meetings, EHS Performance Board meetings, and Corrective Action Review Board meetings
Serve as PGO EHS Leader representative and Enterprise OE/LL point of contact for EHS and CAP actions
Provide senior leader oversight of the Human Performance Program and associated working groups

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Health and Safety, Engineering, Business, or another related degree
5+ years of related experience
In lieu of a degree: High School/GED and 15+ years of related experience
Ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future
Certified Safety Professional preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) preferred
Leadership and management skills
Outstanding interpersonal, influencing, and listening skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Broad knowledge of health and safety and department programs and procedures
Ability to analyze data and develop strategic responses
Excellent problem-solving skills
Ability to oversee multiple initiatives or work groups across multiple locations
More than ten years’ experience in the utilities industry preferred
Experience interfacing with and influencing regulatory agencies at local, state, and federal levels
Understanding of inter-departmental relationships and processes
Experience with regulatory interactions, including inspections and reporting
Advanced experience with OSHA recordkeeping, including case management
Ability to travel to all regions for field visits and face-to-face meetings
Ability to climb stairs and ladders
Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of working experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Friendly work environment
Opportunities for growth and development
Recognition for your work
Competitive pay and benefits
Relocation assistance provided as applicable (not guaranteed)
Hybrid work arrangement