Health, Safety, & ERT Specialist

Overview The Health, Safety, Emergency Response Team (ERT), Specialist is responsible for leading, coordinating, and maintaining emergency response readiness and safety compliance programs across Coastal Generation facilities. This position ensures Emergency Response Teams are properly staffed, trained, equipped, and qualified to respond to medical, fire, confined space, hazardous materials, environmental, and site-specific emergency events. This role supports plant operations by strengthening emergency preparedness, supporting safety and health compliance programs, and reinforcing Georgia Power’s safety culture and Our Values. The position works closely with plant leadership, Safety & Health, Compliance, and external emergency response organizations to ensure consistent emergency response capability and regulatory compliance across multiple sites. Major Job Responsibilities Emergency Response & Preparedness: Lead and coordinate Emergency Response Teams (ERT) at assigned Coastal Generation facilities. Emergency Response & Preparedness: Ensure ERT staffing, qualifications, and proficiency meet plant, system, and regulatory requirements. Emergency Response & Preparedness: Serve as liaison between plant leadership, external emergency service organizations, and ERT members during drills and emergency events. Emergency Response & Preparedness: Develop and implement emergency preparedness strategies, drills, and exercises. Emergency Response & Preparedness: Develop and maintain budget to ensure adequate ERT training, equipment maintenance and supplies. Emergency Response & Preparedness: Maintain emergency response equipment, supplies, and readiness. Emergency Response & Preparedness: Available for emergency call-out as required. Training & Qualification Management Develop, schedule, and deliver emergency response training programs, including: Medical First Aid and CPR/AED Confined space entry and rescue Hazardous materials response Spill prevention and firefighting Incident Command System (ICS) training in accordance with NIMS Conduct drills, annual skills proficiency checks, and specialized rescue and equipment training. Coordinate scenario-based and hands-on training with plant leadership, Safety & Health, and external instructors. Maintain accurate training records and certifications in compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and Southern Company Generation requirements. Qualify and serve as an instructor in applicable emergency response disciplines, as required. Safety, Health & Compliance Support Support implementation and administration of confined space programs, including plan development, annual reviews, rescue support, and atmospheric monitoring. Assist with Industrial Hygiene programs, including respiratory protection. Perform respirator fit testing for emergency response personnel. Support internal reviews, audits, inspections, and emergency readiness assessments. Assist with implementation of confined space program requirements including plan development, annual review, rescue support, atmosphere monitor maintenance and training for plant personnel. Assist compliance teams in developing and implementing policies, procedures, action plans, and training related to safety, health, and regulatory compliance. Serve as the Fire Protection Specialist ensuring all compliance requirements are met. Safety Culture & Engagement Reinforce Georgia Power’s safety culture through coaching, mentoring, and engagement with ERT members and plant personnel. Promote consistent emergency response standards across all Coastal Generation sites. Foster cross-site collaboration and sharing of best practices. Serve as a resource for employees, contractors, and new hires participating in safety and emergency response initiatives. Job Requirements Education & Experience Experience in industrial emergency response, safety, or health programs required. Experience in power generation or high-hazard industrial environments preferred. Multi-site coordination or leadership experience preferred. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong knowledge of emergency response disciplines (medical, fire, rescue, hazmat). Working knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, and applicable safety and health regulations. Knowledge of Incident Command System (ICS) and NIMS. Strong leadership, communication, and instructional skills. Ability to work independently with limited supervision. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Preferred Certifications Medical First Responder Hazardous Materials Technician Confined Space Rescuer Structural Firefighter Emergency response instructor qualifications Values & Equal Opportunity Statement Georgia Power Company is committed to a culture where employees demonstrate behaviors aligned with Our Values, including Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Integrity, and Superior Performance. Georgia Power Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Additional Information This position may require travel between Coastal Generation facilities. If this job is determined to be a critical job, limitations for transferring internally within the Company may apply for a set period of time. If applicable, details will be shared during the selection process. Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO). Our values include delivering clean, safe, reliable energy and serving 2.6 million customers across Georgia. The Company’s benefits may include base salary, incentives, health, welfare and retirement plans; details are provided during the hiring process. This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work and is not an exhaustive list of duties or responsibilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr