Senior Safety Professional

Hawaiian Electric

. Serve as a strategic safety leader and subject matter expert across Hawaiian Electric Company .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeHilo • Hawaii • United StatesSenior💰 $99,900 - $127,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in safety management systems, risk management, and compliance within high-risk industries, while effectively leading safety programs and incident investigations. Capable of developing and delivering training programs and fostering a strong safety culture across organizational levels.

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Safety Management SystemsIncident InvestigationsRisk ManagementProfessional Safety CertificationSafety Audits

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Hard Skills

Root Cause AnalysisSafety Policies DevelopmentData AnalysisBlueprint InterpretationEmergency Response Planning

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingInterpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

CSPASPCHSTCIHOSHA 30

Industry Keywords

HiOSHOSHADOTDOHPUCNIOSHNFPAANSIElectrical Utility SafetyIndustrial Hygiene

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a strategic safety leader and subject matter expert across Hawaiian Electric Company
Drive a strong, resilient safety culture and embed safety into core business processes
Develop, update, implement, and oversee safety policies, procedures, programs, audits, and inspections
Lead complex incident investigations using root cause analysis and systems-based methodologies
Prepare incident reports and recommend improvements to work processes, equipment, training, and risk controls
Lead multi-site compliance and performance audits and develop enterprise audit protocols
Track safety performance indicators and analyze incident and audit data for enterprise-wide trends
Monitor industry, regulatory, and legislative developments and advise leadership on emerging risks
Develop mitigation plans addressing long-term safety risk exposure
Design, develop, revise, and deliver advanced safety and train-the-trainer programs
Coach leaders and mentor interns, entry-level staff, and safety professionals
Serve as Deputy Safety Officer or Safety Officer during incident management team activations
Develop event-specific safety plans and oversee Field Safety Support Teams
Participate in company emergency response activities, including preparedness activities
Represent Safety at high-level internal and external forums

Requirements

What you’ll need

Knowledge of safety management systems, industrial hygiene, risk management principles, and best practices for high-risk industries
Subject matter expertise in HiOSH, OSHA, DOT, DOH, PUC, NIOSH, NFPA, ANSI, and electrical utility safety practices
Professional safety certification (CSP, ASP, CHST, CIH, or equivalent) preferred
Strong communication, leadership, interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to lead organizational change, develop and deliver training, resolve conflict, and build consensus
Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to demanding environments
Ability to work safely in accident scenes, industrial facilities, confined spaces, and remote locations; specialized certifications may be required
Willingness and ability to respond to emergencies and callouts at all hours, including weekends, holidays, extended shifts, helicopter transport, and graphic environments
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings for power plant, transmission, and distribution systems
Valid driver's license issued by the State of Hawaii or another U.S. state, with compliance with driving-position standards
5+ years of relevant safety experience, including at least 3 years in electric utility, construction, or comparable high-risk industry
A college degree or professional certification in environmental health and safety, occupational safety, industrial hygiene, or science may substitute for up to 2 years of experience
A graduate-level degree in the same fields may substitute for up to 3 years of experience
1–3 years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred
OSHA 30 certification or higher
Demonstrated experience leading safety programs, incident investigations, safety audits, or risk management activities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation package
Opportunities for challenge and advancement
Equal opportunity employment, including disability and protected veteran status
Reasonable accommodation during the application process